Spanish - A Level

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Qualification: A Level Spanish

Exam Board: AQA

A Level Spanish is an engaging and rewarding course that develops your confidence and fluency while giving you a deeper understanding of Spanish-speaking cultures and societies. You will strengthen your speaking, listening, reading and writing skills, while exploring contemporary social issues, politics, film, literature and Hispanic culture. The course encourages independent thinking, communication and cultural awareness, making it an excellent choice for students interested in languages, international business, law, politics, travel or a wide range of university courses and global career opportunities.

Course Content

Year 12:

  • Aspects of Hispanic Society and Current Trends (traditional vs modern values, cyberspace, gender equality and LGTBQIA+ rights).
  • Artistic Culture in the Hispanic World (the influence of artists, regional identity in Spain and cultural heritage).

Year 13:

  • Multiculturalism in Hispanic Society (immigration, racism and the different cultures living together in Spanish speaking countries).
  • Aspects of Political Life in the Hispanic World (young people's views in politics, Dictatorships and Monarchy, social movements and civil rights).

The course is designed to give a profound understanding of Spanish, covering grammar and vocabulary, but also focusing on how people live and use the language day-to-day.

Assessment

Students are assessed on their reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills at the end of Year 13.

  • Listening, Reading and Writing Paper: Covers culture, politics, and aspects of Spanish-speaking society.
  • Writing Paper: Based on the film and novel that has been studied.
  • Speaking Exam: Students have the opportunity to present their individual research project.

Entry Requirements

  • A minimum of a grade 6 in Spanish GCSE.
  • You should already have a solid basis in the language, be able to use a range of tenses, and be working easily at GCSE Higher Level in speaking and writing.

Extra-Curricular Opportunities

A Level Spanish offers exciting activities beyond the classroom, such as study days, cultural workshops, and possible trips to
Spain for real-life language practice. You can take part in language competitions, university taster days, and enrichment events. You may
also become a language mentor, supporting younger students while building leadership and communication skills.

Opportunities Post 18

Language students are highly sought after by employers who need staff to communicate effectively and deal with overseas contacts.

Language-focused careers include translation, interpreting, language teaching, bilingual customer support, publishing, media, international trade, diplomacy, NGOs, tourism and hospitality, and law.

Universities often offer language studies as part of a combined degree, for example, International Relations and Spanish, Business Management with Spanish.  Studying a language degree in combination with another discipline is highly valued as it develops both advanced communication skills and specialist knowledge, making graduates more adaptable and competitive in international careers.

What our students say about this course

Year 12 student


"Languages at Coombe are especially good as they have up to date resources, trips and specialist teachers who offer so much help and support - which is great as the move from GCSE to A level can be a big step."

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