Course information
Spanish
Harris Academy Bermondsey - Southwark
02072379316
55 Southwark Park Road, London, SE16 3TZ
Course summary

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 and encourages students to consider their study of the language in a broader context. The course covers the topics of 20th Century Spanish history, Latin American politics, popular culture, family relationships, multicultural society, Spanish architecture and students will be provided with an opportunity to study a play and a film. Why study this course? Spanish is the second most spoken language in the world, making it an essential language to have in society today. Languages are an invaluable skill to have, being able to speak a language can increase your salary up to 20%! Language skills give you a head start on other potential employees as by speaking another language you’re vital to any company who does international business. This course enables students to develop and build on the skills acquired at GCSE, while enhancing employment prospects and the opportunity to study Spanish further at University. This course can also facilitate foreign travel and provide an insight into another culture and society. Also, a language is a requirement for many courses at University so it is time to think about which University you may want to go to in the future.

Entry requirements

– 3 9-6 grades at full course GCSE subjects in addition to a minimum of ‘5’ in both English and Mathematics GCSE – Minimum of 6 grades at GCSE in the subjects you are wishing to study at A Level

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About Education Provider

RegionLondon
Local AuthoritySouthwark
Ofsted RatingOutstanding
Gender TypeGirls
Address55 Southwark Park Road, London, SE16 3TZ