Spanish

Course summary

What is Spanish? A Level Spanish helps students develop confident, effective communication skills in Spanish and a thorough understanding of the culture of countries and communities where Spanish is spoken. It develops an interest in, and enthusiasm for, language learning. It encourages students to consider their study of the language in a broader context and develops the skills that are sought after by both universities and employers alike. Languages are an integral part of day-to-day life. In a multilingual global society, there is everything to be gained from learning and speaking another language. Where can Spanish lead me? Spanish combines well with any subject. Students who study Spanish often speak of the enjoyment they gain from Spanish lessons and therefore many go on to study or use it post-A Level with an excellent level of oracy. Jobs related to Spanish include: translator, interpreter, broadcast journalist, diplomatic service officer, international development worker, teacher, patent examiner, tour manager. Structure of the Course At Glyn School, we study the AQA specification, available at: www.aqa.org.uk During the course students study: • Aspects of Hispanic Society. • Artistic culture in the Hispanic World. • Multiculturalism in Hispanic Society. • Aspects of Political Life in Hispanic society. • A Spanish or South American text and film. • Grammar. There are three exams at the end of Year 13 that make up the final grade: Listening, reading, writing and Spanish to English translation (50%). Writing: two essays on a text and a film and an English to Spanish translation (20%). Speaking: on a Hispanic-related topic of the student’s choice and a photo card on one of the topics bulleted above (30%).