EBACC

GCSE Spanish

The course enables students of all abilities to develop their Spanish language skills to their full potential, equipping them with the knowledge to communicate in a variety of contexts with confidence. Students are able to visit Salamanca to practise their Spanish language and learn about the culture.

Students are expected to understand and provide information and opinions about three distinct themes relating to their own experiences and those of other people, including people in countries/communities where Spanish is spoken.

Theme 1: Identity and culture

Topic 1: Me, my family and friends, includes Relationships with family and friends and Marriage/partnership

Topic 2: Technology in everyday life, includes Social media and Mobile technology

Topic 3: Free-time activities, includes Music, Cinema and TV, Food and eating out and Sport

Topic 4: Customs and festivals in Spanish-speaking countries/communities

Theme 2: Local, national, international and global areas of interest

Topic 1: Home, town, neighbourhood and region

Topic 2: Social issues, includes Charity/voluntary work and Healthy/unhealthy living

Topic 3: Global issues, includes The environment and Poverty/homelessness

Topic 4: Travel and tourism

Theme 3: Current and future study and employment

Topic 1: My studies

Topic 2: Life at school/college

Topic 3: Education post-16

Topic 4: Jobs, career choices and ambitions http://www.aqa.org.uk/subjects/languages/gcse/spanish-8698

Options 2022-2025

Assessment Format

There are two tiers of entry: Foundation and Higher.

Candidates will be examined in the four skills of listening, speaking, reading and writing.

Paper 1 Listening (Examination) is worth 25% of the GCSE.

Paper 2 Speaking (Examination) is worth 25% of the GCSE.

Paper 3 Reading (Examination) is worth 25% of the GCSE.

Paper 4 Writing (Examination) is worth 25% of the GCSE.

Possible Careers And Further Information

Spanish can be continued at A Level in the Sixth Form, and from then at University or College. There are numerous dual subject courses available at 18+, combining Spanish with a wide variety of other subjects. Many universities - including Russell Group Universities - run courses combining languages with Law, History, Politics and other subjects. Opportunities for employment exist within travel and tourism, banking, commerce, interpreting, translating and many other spheres. Good communication skills are highly valued by employers, and a qualification in Spanish fulfils this criterion.

Further Information

Mrs Smales

Assessment Format

Paper 1

Global Geographical Issues (1hr 30mins) - worth 37.5% of total marks.

Paper 2

UK Geographical Issues (1hr 30mins) - worth 37.5% of total marks. This paper includes questions based on fieldwork.

Paper 3

People and Environment Issues –Making Geographical Decisions (1hr 30mins) - worth 25% of total marks.