Spanish

Course summary

Spanish is the second most common mother tongue globally, after Mandarin Chinese; studying Spanish will therefore help you all around the world. It also gives you the opportunity to discover the rich cultural tapestry of the Spanish-speaking world. This is a 2-year linear course assessed at the end of Year 13 Theme 1: Changes in Spanish society We look at the changes in family life, we consider the world of work, and the huge impact of tourism on the Spanish economy and Spanish life in the last 50 years. Theme 2: Culture of the Spanish-speaking world We discover music from Spanish-speaking countries, the changing nature of the media in these countries, and the role of customs and traditions across the Hispanic world. Theme 3: Immigration and French multicultural society We look at the increasingly multicultural nature of Spanish society, considering the positive impact of immigration, public opinion and the challenges yet to be addressed. Theme 4: Dictatorship under Franco and Spain’s transition to democracy We learn about the Civil War, its causes and effects, we discover what life was like under Franco’s dictatorship and we look in detail at the social and political steps taken by Spain as it moved towards democracy.