The A-Level specification builds on the knowledge, understanding and skills gained
at GCSE. It constitutes an integrated study with a focus on language, culture and
society. The course is divided into 4 strands:
Social issues and trends in the Hispanic Society
Political and artistic culture in the Hispanic world
Grammar
Literary texts and films: either one novel and one film or two novels
WHAT ARE THE TEACHING AND LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES?
In A-Level Spanish you are expected to be an independent learner with a desire for success
and for understanding the Hispanic world and culture. Additional study and the commitment
to reading around the subject is essential.
HOW WILL I BE ASSESSED?
Assessment
Description
Duration
Weight
Paper 1
Written Exam: Will involve listening, reading, and writing about
aspects of Hispanic society, artistic culture in the Hispanic world,
multiculturalism and aspects of political life in Hispanic society,
and grammar
2 Hrs 30 mins
50 %
Paper 2
Written Exam: Will involve writing about one text,
one film, or two texts from the specified list
2 Hrs
20 %
Paper 3
Oral Exam: Will involve speaking about your individual
research project
21-23 mins
(including 5 mins
preparation time)
30 %
WHY IS THIS QUALIFICATION USEFUL?
A-Level Spanish will develop students’ capacity to speak, read, write and listen in Spanish.
Grammatical accuracy will be developed as well as cultural awareness of Hispanic countries.
Success in A-Level Spanish shows that a student is intelligent linguistically and can apply
themselves outside of their comfort zone. Language A-Levels are extremely desirable by
universities and can benefit employment in every sector imaginable.
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