The importance of Modern Languages in our society cannot be overstated, especially in view of the increasingly globalised economy workplace. There are wide variety of career opportunities available to students of a foreign language. The course aims to: - Develop your understanding of written and spoken forms of Spanish in a variety of styles - Encourage you to communicate confidently, clearly and effectively in Spanish using increasingly accurate and complex language - Help you to develop critical insights into, and contact with, the contemporary society, cultural background and other countries where Spanish is spoken - Provide a suitable foundation for further study of Spanish as well as a highly regarded course for those not wishing to continue to university level Topics include: - The changing nature of family - The 'cyber-society' - Regional Identity - Immigration, integration and racism - The Influence of Idols - Cultural Heritage - Monarchies and Dictatorships - Study of 1 literary text and 1 film - An individual research project
We would expect students to achieve a grade 6 or above in GCSE Spanish and an APS of 4.5 or above.
Paper 1: Listening and Reading – based on topics covered (50% of A Level) Paper 2: Writing – analysis of a Spanish film and novel studied (20% of A Level) Paper 3: Speaking exam – discussion and conversation (30% of A Level)
About Education Provider
| Region | East of England |
| Local Authority | Hertfordshire |
| Ofsted Rating | Outstanding |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Manland Way, Harpenden, AL5 4QP |
The importance of Modern Languages in our society cannot be overstated, especially in view of the increasingly globalised economy workplace. There are wide variety of career opportunities available to students of a foreign language. The course aims to: - Develop your understanding of written and spoken forms of Spanish in a variety of styles - Encourage you to communicate confidently, clearly and effectively in Spanish using increasingly accurate and complex language - Help you to develop critical insights into, and contact with, the contemporary society, cultural background and other countries where Spanish is spoken - Provide a suitable foundation for further study of Spanish as well as a highly regarded course for those not wishing to continue to university level Topics include: - The changing nature of family - The 'cyber-society' - Regional Identity - Immigration, integration and racism - The Influence of Idols - Cultural Heritage - Monarchies and Dictatorships - Study of 1 literary text and 1 film - An individual research project
We would expect students to achieve a grade 6 or above in GCSE Spanish and an APS of 4.5 or above.
Paper 1: Listening and Reading – based on topics covered (50% of A Level) Paper 2: Writing – analysis of a Spanish film and novel studied (20% of A Level) Paper 3: Speaking exam – discussion and conversation (30% of A Level)