Spanish is a vibrant language spoken by over 460 million people around the world, making it the second most spoken language by native speakers. By learning Spanish, you'll be joining a diverse and dynamic community of speakers.
Being fluent in Spanish can open up opportunities for you to work with some of the world's most influential organizations and companies, many of which operate in Spanish-speaking countries. These include global leaders in the fields of technology, entertainment, finance, and trade.
Spanish companies have a significant presence worldwide, operating in various sectors such as media, tourism, agriculture, and energy. If you have a passion for music, dance, literature, or art, Spanish will serve you well, as it is the language of many renowned artists and writers.
Practical Spanish learning can enhance your communication and critical thinking skills, positively influencing your other academic pursuits. Additionally, you'll find it more straightforward to learn other Romance languages, such as Portuguese, Italian, and French.
Unit | Modules | Weighting | Length |
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Paper 1 | Listening, reading and writing | 50% | 2h 30m |
Paper 2 | Writing | 20% | 2h |
Paper 3 | Speaking | 30% | Oral Exam - 21-30min (5min prep time) |
The full A level in Spanish is a subject that is favoured by top universities for a whole range of courses and provides the basis for students who wish to study towards a degree in Spanish or who wish to study a combined degree and study Spanish alongside Politics and International Relations, Business Studies, History, Sociology, Law, English or Philosophy.
We try our best to cater for all student needs. Please contact admissions for further information.