Spanish

A level | AQA

An A level in Spanish will allow students to develop their linguistic skills alongside their understanding of the culture and society of countries where Spanish is spoken. Students will study technological and social change and will look at diversity and its benefits. They will study highlights of Spanish-speaking artistic culture, including music and cinema en español, and learn about political engagement and who wields political power in the Spanish-speaking world. Students will also explore the influence of the past on present-day Spanish-speaking communities. Throughout their studies, they will learn the language in the context of Spanish-speaking countries and the issues and influences which have shaped them. Students will study texts and a film and will have the opportunity to carry out independent research on an area of their choice within the AQA framework.

Progression Opportunities

Spanish A level can open doors to exciting careers in both national and international government, retail buying and management, the car industry, travel and tourism and more. “A decision to learn a foreign language is an act of friendship and it is an outstretched hand.” - John Le Carré

Subject Visits and Enrichment Opportunities

There are opportunities to engage with Spanish-language cinema and music. There is normally an educational visit to Spain offered to Sixth Form students at least once every two years. Entry Requirements

• Grade 5 in Spanish

Assessment Overview

Paper 1 (Listening, Reading Writing) 100 Marks, 50% weighting, 2 hours 30 minutes • Listening, reading and responding to a range of spoken and written passages • Translation into English • Translation into Spanish; No access to a dictionary during the assessment

Paper 2 (Writing) 80 Marks, 20% weighting, 2 hours • One question in Spanish on a set text from a choice of two questions and one question in Spanish on a set film from a choice of two questions Paper 3 (Speaking) 60 Marks, 30% weighting, 21-23 minutes including 5 minutes preparation time. • Discussion based on a stimulus card • Presentation and discussion of students’ individual research projects.