Spanish – AS & A Level

AQA

Description of the Specification

The course is designed to enable students to:

• Develop an interest in, and an enthusiasm for, language learning

• Develop understanding of the language in a variety of contexts

• Communicate confidently, clearly and effectively in the language for a range of purposes

• Develop awareness and understanding of the contemporary society, cultural background and heritage of Spanish-speaking countries

• Understand Spanish spoken in a variety of contexts

Type and Nature of the Work

• Assessment by external examination (no coursework)

• Topic work is the main means of presenting information to students

• Students are expected to develop their knowledge of all aspects of Spanish life

• They are also encouraged to go to a Spanish-speaking country

• A Foreign Language Assistant provides support with the development of oral work

• Students are encouraged to work independently through the use of satellite TV, CD roms, the Internet and the Language Laboratory

The topics for AS Level: family, food, health, transport, sport, tourism, leisure, communication, technology, media.

The topics for A2 Level: integration and exclusion, law and order, unemployment, environment, science and technology, literature and the arts, political issues, heritage and history.

Method of Assessment

AS
Unit 1 - Speaking: Role Play & Topic Discussion (15% of total A level mark)
Unit 2 - Listening, reading and writing 1 (35% of total A level mark)

A2
Unit 3 - Speaking (15% of total A level mark)
Unit 4 - Reading, Listening and Writing 2 (35% of total A level mark)

Specific Entry Requirement: A minimum of grade B in GCSE Spanish.

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