Spanish

Course summary

Contents • What is A Level Spanish? • Why should I study A Level Spanish? • What careers could A Level Spanish lead to? • What will I study? • How will I be assessed? • Who will be my teacher? • Recommended resources • What can I do to prepare for Spanish A Level? ¡Hola! Many people will say that A Level Spanish is the study of the Spanish language at an advanced level. Well, it is that… and much more! Yes, you will improve your existing language skills and build on the essential skills for speaking, listening, reading and writing the Spanish language. But you will also develop your understanding of the culture and society of the countries where Spanish is spoken. You will look at the multicultural nature of Hispanic society. You will study highlights of Hispanic art, including a focus on Spanish regional identity and the cultural heritage of past civilisations. You will learn about aspects of the diverse political landscape of the Hispanic world. You will study texts and film and you will have the opportunity to carry out independent research on an area of your choice. Above all, the A Level Spanish course helps students to become confident and effective communicators on a variety of current and poignant affairs. Listen to what Lindsay has to say: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GVcTr4OMKEU Did you know that Spanish is the third most widely spoken language in the world? This means that a good command of the basics will be helpful for more than just a sunny holiday in Ibiza. Spanish is very widely spoken; it is the official language of 20 different countries in the American continent. Let’s take the United States, for example. Currently, more than 41 million people in the USA speak Spanish as a first language, which means that there are more Spanish speakers in the United States than there are in Spain! Experts predict that by 2050, the United States will overtake Mexico and become the number one Spanish-speaking country in the world. Many companies around the world require their employees to speak a good standard of Spanish – meaning a Spanish qualification could help you land your dream job in the future! But it’s not all about work or socialising in Benidorm. Spanish is a fun language to study, and you get the chance to learn all about the Spanish-speaking countries, their fascinating history, amazing art, and unique customs. The question is not why should you study Spanish, but why not? Studying a language is extremely beneficial and will help you develop a variety of essential skills: • Critical thinking • Reasoning and logic • Communication • Independent research skills • Empathy • Oracy