Course Overview
Please note: you will make your selection of three A Levels once you have progressed into the application process.
A Level Spanish offers a dynamic and enriching opportunity to build on your GCSE knowledge and develop advanced language skills. This course is designed to deepen your understanding of Spanish-speaking cultures through a wide range of social, political, historical, and artistic themes.
You will enhance your fluency and confidence in spoken Spanish while engaging with authentic materials and contemporary topics relevant to the Spanish-speaking world.
In Year 1, you will study a Spanish-language film, exploring its themes, characters, and cultural context. In Year 2, you will read and analyse a literary text and undertake an independent research project on a topic of your choice, which you will present in your speaking exam.
Topics may include:
- Family structures, marriage, and social change
- Youth culture and identity in Spanish-speaking societies
- Education, travel, and employment opportunities
- Regional traditions and heritage in Spain
- Media, music, art, and cinema
- Social issues: diversity, discrimination, and inclusion
- Spanish history: the Civil War, Franco’s regime, and post-war Spain.
Assessment Methods
Assessment is based on the four key language skills: listening, reading, writing, and speaking. You will complete regular internal assessments throughout the course. Final assessment includes:
- Two written examination papers
- One speaking examination, including your independent research project.
Progression Options
Studying A Level Spanish opens up a wide range of academic and career pathways. Many students go on to:
- Study Spanish or combined degrees at university
- Participate in study or work placements abroad
- Pursue careers in international business, translation, education, tourism, and more.
Proficiency in Spanish is a valuable asset in today’s global job market and can lead to exciting opportunities to live and work in Spain or Latin America.
Frequently Asked Questions
You can apply directly on any of the UCS College Group websites, whether you wish to study at Bridgwater College, Cannington College, Strode College, or Taunton College. Simply use our “Find a Course” feature and follow the on-screen instructions – be sure to have your important information to hand.
We aim to offer a careers service that is accessible to everyone. We will seek to equip all our students with the skills and knowledge that will enable them to operate confidently, effectively, and independently in life and work. All students have the opportunity to meet with a Careers Advisor for 1:1 career support.
The Student Experience Team can mentor and signpost students who are struggling with a range of issues that are negatively impacting their day-to-day life. The Student Experience Team works closely with the Safeguarding & Lifestyle Teams to promote proactive wellbeing enrichment sessions. The team can refer on to counselling when appropriate.
We provide top-quality workshops and teaching areas across our Colleges for subjects such as art, design and media, hair and beauty, catering, automotive engineering and construction. You can review our campus facilities by navigating to the “College Life” section of our websites.
For us, the success of our students always comes first. By investing in our built environment, we are investing in your future.
All of our students will have a personal tutor to support them with their academic progress and personal development. The tutorial programme consists of 1:1 support, group tutorials and guest speakers, plus targeted online resources which complement the UCS College Group Advantage scheme.
The Safeguarding Team can offer advice and guidance on anything that may be affecting your young person and their studies – no problem is too big or too small!
Please email our Safeguarding team at staysafe@ucscollegegroup.ac.uk. If you query is urgent, please come to the College Reception and ask to speak to a Safeguarding Officer.
If you cannot find an answer to your question in this FAQ section, you can ask us a question by visiting our Contact Us page.
