Spanish
Queen Mary's College - Hampshire
01256417500
Cliddesden Road, Basingstoke, RG21 3HF
Course summary

Studying Spanish, one of the most widely spoken languages globally, opens doors to a vast community of over 400 million speakers. It offers an incredible opportunity to connect with people from diverse backgrounds. The A Level course will give you confidence to speak and write the language fluently, while introducing you to key issues relevant to Spain and the Spanish-speaking world. You will explore literature, film, and traditions, gaining a deeper understanding of the rich cultural heritage of Spain and South America. This course offers you the opportunity to develop your communication and comprehension skills and enhance your employment prospects both locally and globally.

Entry requirements

General entry requirements are 5 or more GCSEs graded 4/5 or above including English Language, and ideally, Maths. Grade 6 or above in GCSE Spanish (or equivalent) is ncessary. This requirement ensures that you have a solid basis to excel in the course and maximise your learning experience. Students with a Spanish background can be admitted without a GCSE in Spanish, subject to a language test.

How you'll be assessed

The A Level Spanish examination (AQA) consists of three components: Listening, Reading and Translation (2 hours 30 minutes) Writing – Essays on Literature and Film (2 hours) Speaking – a topic card and an individual research project (21-23 minutes)

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionSouth East
Local AuthorityHampshire
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeCo-Educational
AddressCliddesden Road, Basingstoke, RG21 3HF