SPANISH
(A Level)
What is Spanish A level?
Spanish A Level allows you to develop your linguistic skills to an advanced level through rigorous practice of the language in the classroom and at home. In addition, studying Spanish A Level offers the chance to be immersed in Hispanic literature and film through looking at iconic works which span the centuries. At the same time, you will also have the opportunity to gain an in-depth understanding of the contemporary topics related to the societies of Hispanic countries.
Exam Board: AQA
What’s Spanish A level like?
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What will I learn?
To understand, discuss and write about a variety of topics which affect contemporary Spanish-speaking countries such as current issues, artistic culture and political life.You will explore these through discussion and writing
How to critically analyse film and literature from Spanish culture
Advanced translation skills
How will I be assessed?
Listening, reading and writing (50% of A level)
Writing (20% of A level) - Students are assessed on one text and one film and grammar
Speaking (30% of A level) - Students conduct an
individual research project
Entry requirements
Grade 6 in GCSE Spanish
Where can Spanish A level take me?
The ability to speak another language is highly sought after by employers, especially with our increasingly globalised world.You may go on to study Spanish or another subject alongside Spanish at university, in addition to being able to use the linguistic skills gained to develop into further study of other languages.
Further reading and watching
Read national websites or newspapers like ABC, El Mundo, El País, La Vanguardia, Cambio 16 and Muy Interesante.
Read any books about Spain that you can find, even if they are in English. Books like Dave Boling’s Guernica and Victoria Hislop’s The Return give you an insight into Spain at the time of the Civil War.
Watch any Spanish-speaking series and films, e.g. those by director Almódovar.