Spanish AS/A Level
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Description
Curriculum Area: Modern Foreign Languages
Spanish AS/A Level
Advanced Subsidiary [AS]
The course usually covers two modules in the first year:
Unit 1 Family and relationships, media, popular culture, healthy living and communication technology. Unit 2 Oral examinationAdvanced Level [A2]
Students can choose to progress to the full Advanced Level [A2] in the second year of study and the two modules covered are:
Unit 3 Environment, contemporary social issues. The multicultural society. Cultural topic. Unit 4 Oral examinationMethods of Teaching and Learning
The courses are tutored by well-qualified and experienced staff working with a Spanish language assistant. Students often work in pairs o…
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Curriculum Area: Modern Foreign Languages
Spanish AS/A Level
Advanced Subsidiary [AS]
The course usually covers two modules in the first year:
Unit 1 Family and relationships, media, popular culture, healthy living and communication technology. Unit 2 Oral examinationAdvanced Level [A2]
Students can choose to progress to the full Advanced Level [A2] in the second year of study and the two modules covered are:
Unit 3 Environment, contemporary social issues. The multicultural society. Cultural topic. Unit 4 Oral examinationMethods of Teaching and Learning
The courses are tutored by well-qualified and experienced staff working with a Spanish language assistant. Students often work in pairs or small groups as well as being encouraged to show initiative in their private study. Good progress is made by use of the target language in the classroom.
Methods of Assessment
The four language skills – listening, reading, writing and speaking - are assessed by examination.
Enrichment
Work experience is offered through Acorn Travel. There are opportunities to visit the cinema and theatre and take part in an exchange visit.
Resources
The courses are supported by textbooks, CDs, DVDs and a wide variety of authentic material as well as television and radio broadcasts and internet resources. The College’s Virtual Learning Environment Moodle allows students to access pod casts, videos, homework, class work and a wide range of resources prepared and selected by their teachers
Progression
Students combine Spanish with a wide range of other subjects and a foreign language qualification is considered to be a most valuable asset in many vocational areas.
Entry Requirements
Five GCSEs at grade C or above including GCSE Spanish grade B or above, GCSE English grade C or above.
Charges
Students have the opportunity to attend film showings at student rates and attend a French Study Day. Student exchange visits cost in the region of £400. ( Acorn Work experience) or St Brendan’s Spanish Exchange.
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