What is Spanish A level and why study it? Studying Spanish at A level will help students develop confident, effective communication skills in Spanish and a thorough understanding of the culture of countries and communities where Spanish is spoken. The course enables students to situate their study of the Spanish language within a broader context and builds upon students’ interest and enthusiasm for language learning. As with Spanish GCSE, the A level assesses four main skills: listening, reading, writing and speaking. However, it also allows for a much deeper study of the culture and traditions of Spanish speaking countries. Students will study set literature at A level (film Maria Llena Eres de Gracia, literature La casa de Bernarda Alba) which will be assessed through a target language essay. The course includes several compulsory themes which focus on social issues and trends as well as the political, intellectual and artistic culture within the Spanish-speaking world. Translation skills into and out of Spanish will be further developed from GCSE level and students will complete an ‘Independent Research Project’ in preparation for the speaking exam, allowing students freedom to explore a topic of their choice in detail. From 2016, A level Spanish is fully linear, with students sitting their exams at the end of the two-year course, giving students more time to develop their skills as linguists and build confidence across all areas of the course. Where next? Spanish is the second most widely‐spoken language in the world after English and Mandarin – as a result, the study of languages offers huge geographical, cultural and historical scope alongside the development of linguistic expertise. There is a high demand for Spanish linguists in the workplace worldwide; the linguistic, analytical and interpersonal skills developed through the study of Spanish at degree level are widely prized by a range of employers. Spanish graduates go on to explore a wide range of employment opportunities within several sectors including: • Accountancy • Architecture • Business • Engineering • Finance • Journalism • Law • Media • Medicine • Politics • Teaching (both in the UK and abroad) • Translation • Travel and tourism What are the entrance requirements? Grade 7 in GCSE Spanish. Who do I need to see for more information? Ms M Gonzalez, Assistant Principal for MFL
General Entrance Requirements: 5 or more Grade 5+, Including English Language and Maths. Subject Specific: Grade 7 in GCSE Spanish.
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| Region | London |
| Local Authority | Redbridge |
| Ofsted Rating | Outstanding |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | 1 Cricklefield Place, Ilford, IG1 1FY |
What is Spanish A level and why study it? Studying Spanish at A level will help students develop confident, effective communication skills in Spanish and a thorough understanding of the culture of countries and communities where Spanish is spoken. The course enables students to situate their study of the Spanish language within a broader context and builds upon students’ interest and enthusiasm for language learning. As with Spanish GCSE, the A level assesses four main skills: listening, reading, writing and speaking. However, it also allows for a much deeper study of the culture and traditions of Spanish speaking countries. Students will study set literature at A level (film Maria Llena Eres de Gracia, literature La casa de Bernarda Alba) which will be assessed through a target language essay. The course includes several compulsory themes which focus on social issues and trends as well as the political, intellectual and artistic culture within the Spanish-speaking world. Translation skills into and out of Spanish will be further developed from GCSE level and students will complete an ‘Independent Research Project’ in preparation for the speaking exam, allowing students freedom to explore a topic of their choice in detail. From 2016, A level Spanish is fully linear, with students sitting their exams at the end of the two-year course, giving students more time to develop their skills as linguists and build confidence across all areas of the course. Where next? Spanish is the second most widely‐spoken language in the world after English and Mandarin – as a result, the study of languages offers huge geographical, cultural and historical scope alongside the development of linguistic expertise. There is a high demand for Spanish linguists in the workplace worldwide; the linguistic, analytical and interpersonal skills developed through the study of Spanish at degree level are widely prized by a range of employers. Spanish graduates go on to explore a wide range of employment opportunities within several sectors including: • Accountancy • Architecture • Business • Engineering • Finance • Journalism • Law • Media • Medicine • Politics • Teaching (both in the UK and abroad) • Translation • Travel and tourism What are the entrance requirements? Grade 7 in GCSE Spanish. Who do I need to see for more information? Ms M Gonzalez, Assistant Principal for MFL
General Entrance Requirements: 5 or more Grade 5+, Including English Language and Maths. Subject Specific: Grade 7 in GCSE Spanish.