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Spanish - A Level at Lipson Co-operative Academy

Course description

Overview of course -what can students can expect: By choosing to study A Level Spanish students will develop their linguistic skills alongside their understanding of the culture and society of countries where Spanish is spoken.  Students will study technological
and social change, looking at the multicultural nature of Hispanic society.  They will study highlights of Hispanic artistic culture, including a focus on Spanish regional identity and the cultural heritage of past civilisations.  They will learn about aspects
of the diverse political landscape of the Hispanic world.  Students will explore the influence of the past on presentday Hispanic communities.  Throughout their studies, they learn the language in the context of Hispanic countries and issues and influences which
have shaped them.  Students will study texts and film and will have the opportunity to carry out independent research on an area of their choice. 

Course content

Students will be set 5 hours of independent study each week and this will be monitored.  They will be encouraged to make full use of the resources we have available in the Faculty and LRC.  Written work will be set and marked fortnightly; students will have
time to review and act upon their feedback.  Students will also have a session with a native speaker to work on their oral competency. 

Assessment

Breakdown of assessment: A two-year linear course - all examinations taken at the end of year 13. 

Paper 1: Listening, reading and writing - 40%

Paper 2: Writing – 30%

Paper 3: Speaking – 30%. 

Future opportunities

Languages are all around us and since we live in a multilingual global society, demand for people with language skills is greater than ever.  Students who study Spanish A Level can go on to study Spanish at university level, either as whole or part of their
degree course; this can also be combined with other languages and subjects.  Offering a second language can lead directly into careers such as translating, interpreting and teaching.  In addition those with language skills are sought after in the world of business,
in the public sector and in international work. 

How to apply

If you want to apply for this course, you will need to contact Lipson Co-operative Academy directly.