Spanish

Spanish

Qualification

GCSE

Examination Board

WJEC

The Spanish GCSE is a linear 4-unit course assessing Listening (20%), Reading & Writing (15% & 35%), and Speaking (30%). It focuses on spontaneous speech, translation, and high-frequency vocabulary across three main themes: identity/culture, Wales/world, and study/employment.

Course Structure and Assessment

• Unit 1: Oracy (30%): Non-examination assessment (NEA) involving a role-play, a photo card discussion, and a conversation.
• Unit 2: Reading and Writing (15%): A non-examination assessment focusing on application of language.
• Unit 3: Listening (20%): Written examination assessing understanding of spoken Spanish.
• Unit 4: Reading and Writing (35%): Written examination focusing on comprehension and extended writing.

 

Key Themes
The course is built around three broad, interconnected themes:

• Identity and Culture: Youth culture, customs, traditions, and self-relationships.
• Wales and the World: Local area, travel, tourism, and environmental issues.
• Current and Future Study and Employment: School life, education, and career plans.

 

Key Skills Developed

• Grammar: Foundation learners cover present, preterite, imperfect, future, and perfect tenses, while Higher learners add pluperfect and conditional tenses.
• Translation: Both from Spanish to English/Welsh and vice-versa.
• Communication: Developing spontaneous speech and effective written communication.

 

The qualification is designed to foster a, deep understanding of the language in various contexts, preparing students to communicate effectively and confidently.

Careers

• Translating
• Interpreting
• Diplomat
• Travel and Hospitality
• Film and Television production
• Fashion and Design
• Content Creating
• Acting and Performing
• Sports and Coaching
• Social Care and Nursing
• App Development
• Animation
• Teaching and Education

 

For further information, please contact Mr. Bohana.