Course information
Spanish - A Level
Mascalls Academy - Kent
01892835366
Maidstone Road, Paddock Wood, Tonbridge, TN12 6LT
Course summary

The course focuses on all four skills of listening, reading, writing and speaking and follows the AQA specification. It is taught by topic; drawing on current affairs, cultural, social, moral and political issues. Over the two year course students will study a broad and diverse range of topic areas covering subjects from the impact of technology on modern day society to the role of women in the workplace, and the influence of music, TV and film stars on our lives. There is also a focus on Spanish regional identity, particularly in terms of the role of the different regional languages and festivals.

Entry requirements

Students must have studied the subject at GCSE. You must meet the specific requirements for the subject and, as a minimum, achieve at least 5 GCSEs at level 5 or above, including English and Maths. The study of Spanish at GCSE is essential unless you have a parent who is a native speaker. Good literacy skills and some knowledge of current affairs are also required.

How you'll be assessed

There are three exams which are sat in the summer covering content from all aspects of the course. Paper 1 (50%) is ‘Listening, Reading and Writing’ Paper 2 (20%) is ‘Writing’ Paper 3 (30%) is ‘Speaking’

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionSouth East
Local AuthorityKent
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeMixed
AddressMaidstone Road, Paddock Wood, Tonbridge, TN12 6LT