Spanish

Course summary

The A-level Modern Language course is structured so that you will study four modules each year. These will form the basis of the reading, writing, and listening exams and as the speaking test. Translation also forms part of the course. There is no coursework for this A level. With around five hours of class time a week dedicated to learning your language, this is a fast-paced environment, where you will quickly see noticeable improvements in your language skills. You will have to do exams in both years of study. The topics that you cover will be really varied, so you not only greatly improve your language speaking ability, use of grammar, different tenses, and know more vocabulary, but you will also learn about culture, history, literature, society, the environment, and lifestyle. Broad themes you will study include: - Social issues and trends including families and citizenship, youth trends and personal identity, and education and employment opportunities. - Understanding the Spanish-speaking world focusing on regional culture and festivals; customs and traditions; historical sites and heritage, trends in media and art, film, and music in the lives of young people. - Diversity and difference including migration and integration, cultural identity and marginalization, cultural enrichment and celebrating difference, the positive aspects of a diverse society, discrimination and diversity. - Depending on the language of study, elements of World War II and post-war.