Spanish (A Level)
Details
Qualification
A LevelExamination Board
AQASpecification
What Do I Need To Study This Course?
Grade 6 or above.
What Will I Study?
Year 12
Topics: aspects of Hispanic society including modern and traditional values, cyberspace and equal rights; artistic culture in the Hispanic world including modern day idols, Spanish regional identity and cultural heritage. Film & literature: Volver/Crónica de una muerte anunciada.
Year 13
Topics: multiculturalism in Hispanic society including immigration, racism and integration; aspects of political life in the Hispanic world including today’s youth, tomorrow’s citizens, monarchies and dictatorships and popular movements. Film & literature: Volver/Crónica de una muerte anunciada. Individual research project of your choice!
How Will I Be Assessed?
Examinations at the end of the Year 12:
Paper 1: Listening/Reading/Translations: 1 hour 45 minutes – 80 marks (40% of the total)
Paper 2: Translations, critical essay on film or book: 1 hour 15 minutes – 60 marks (30% of the total)
Paper 3: Speaking Exam 12-14 minutes plus 15 minutes preparation time – 60 marks (30% of the total)
Examinations at the end of the Year 13:
Paper 1: Listening/Reading/Translations: 2 hours 30 minutes – 160 marks (40% of the total)
Paper 2: 2 essays on 2 books or 1 book and 1 film: 2 hours – 90 marks (30% of the total)
Paper 3: Speaking Exam: 21-23 minutes including 5 minutes preparation time – 60 marks (30% of the total)
