Kenilworth School

Spanish

Taught at Kenilworth School & Sixth Form

Exam Board: Edexcel 

Assessment Method:  

Paper 1: Listening, reading & translation (SP > ENG) – 40% 

Paper 2: Written response to works (play & film) and translation (ENG > SP) – 30% 

Paper 3: Speaking (Stimulus Card & Independent Research Project) – 30% 

 

Why Should I Follow This Course? 

Spanish is the second most widely spoken language globally, with over 500 million speakers across Europe, the Americas, and beyond. By studying A Level Spanish, you gain the ability to communicate across cultures, travel with confidence, and access a wealth of global opportunities. Confident communication in one of the world’s most important languages. You will develop critical thinking and analytical skills through studying authentic texts and films, as well as cultural awareness and empathy, preparing you for a globalised future. 

What will I learn? 

At A Level, you’ll deepen your understanding of: 

  • Language – advanced grammar, vocabulary, and fluency in speaking and writing. 

  • Culture – Spanish-speaking cinema, literature, art, and music. 

  • Society – politics, history, and contemporary issues across Spain and Latin America. 

  • Independent Research Project – explore a topic of your choice related to the Spanish-speaking world. 

 

Where Will This Qualification Take Me? 

You could pursue your language studies at university as your main subject choice, or you could consider a dual honours degree with a language. e.g. Law with Spanish / Business Studies with Spanish. With a background in a Western language, you have the skills to embark on the study of an Eastern language ab initio e.g. Chinese/Japanese/Arabic. Many universities encourage students to complete language modules to enhance their employment prospects. Modern Linguists are very employable: the Civil Service, local authorities and other public sector organisations, journalist organisations including the BBC, manufacturing and commercial companies, financial institutions, solicitors' firms and publishing companies. You could also consider completing a degree apprenticeship following your A Levels. Many apprenticeship providers such as JLR and Rolls Royce plc welcome the communication and cultural skills acquired when studying a foreign language. 

  

Alumni Destinations  

  

Entry Requirements:  

A condition of the course is to have completed Higher Level papers and to have gained at a Grade 6 or above at GCSE in the foreign language you wish to study.