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St Anselm's Catholic School Sixth Form Open Evening
November 24, 2026
6.00-8.00pm
A Level Spanish
St Anselm's Catholic School
, OLD DOVER ROAD, CANTERBURY, CT1 3EN
GCE A/AS Level or Equivalent
Level 3
Available start dates
Available start dates
Wednesday, 01 September 2027
St Anselms Catholic School
2 Year(s)
Full time
Daytime/working hours
Please contact the provider directly to apply for this course.
Application Instructions
Applications Open: - 9th November 2026
Applications Close: - 31st March 2027
Entry Requirements: - Our Sixth Form entry requirements are five GCSEs at Grade 4 and above for the 'A' Level Pathway (in addition to some individual subject entry requirements) and 4 GCSEs at Grade 4 and above for the Vocational (V Level/BTEC) Pathway. The course information gives specific details of course content and entry requirements. Please also refer to the Sixth Form Prospectus for the specific entry requirements for the chosen subjects.
Students need to select the equivalent of 3 A Levels or more. (Triple BTEC counts as 3, Double BTEC counts as 2). Subjects are grouped into option blocks, please be aware that not all combinations are possible.
In addition to academic requirements stated above a place will be dependent on the receipt of a satisfactory school reference.
How to Apply: - Please apply via Kent Choices if you area a student from another school.
Please visit our website www.stanselmscanterbury.org.uk for more information.
Course Summary
Spanish A-Level offers a very rich curriculum which has crossover links with a wide range of A Level subjects including History, Geography and English. Spanish is an incredibly versatile and broadly spoken language which is a genuine asset for the up-and-coming generation of global citizens. Languages should appeal to all students, and this course is designed to inspire all students who have an appreciation of the language, literature, film and culture of the Spanish-speaking world.
Course Details
Themes and sub-themes
Papers 1 and 3 will be based on content from the following four themes. The four themes address a range of social issues and trends, as well as aspects of the political and artistic culture of Spain and Spanish-speaking countries.
Theme 1: La evolución de la sociedad española
Theme 1 is set in the context of Spain only. This theme covers social issues and trends.
Theme 2: La cultura política y artística en el mundo hispanohablante
Theme 2 is set in the context of Spanish-speaking countries and communities. This theme covers artistic culture (through music and festivals and traditions) and political and artistic culture (through media).
Theme 3: La inmigración y la sociedad multicultural española
Theme 3 is set in the context of Spain only. This theme covers social issues and trends.
Theme 4: La dictadura franquista y la transición a la democracia
Theme 4 is set in the context of Spain only. This theme covers political culture.
How will it be delivered and assessed?
Paper 1: Listening, reading and translation (*Paper code: 9SP0/01). Written examination: 40% of qualification, 80 marks.
- Section A: Listening (30 marks)
- Section B: Reading (30 marks)
- Section C: Translation into English (20 marks)
Paper 2: Written response to works and translation (**Paper code: 9SP0/02). 30% of the qualification, 120 marks.
- Section A: Translation (20 marks)
- Section B: Written response to works (literary texts) (50 marks)
- Section C: Written response to works (films) (50 marks)
Paper 3: Speaking (*Paper code (9SP0/03) . 30% of qualification, 72 marks
Total assessment time: between 21 and 23 minutes, including single period of 5 minutes preparation time.
Task 1 (30 marks). Discussion on a theme.
Task 2 (42 marks)
- Part 1 (Independent research presentation).
- Part 2 (Discussion on independent research).
Entry requirements
Five GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including grade 5 or above in GCSE Spanish.
Your next steps...
The study of a language is vital in order to take full advantage of the opportunities in today’s global job market. Spanish graduates have a vast array of career opportunities open to them, ranging from work with well-known multinational companies to international organisations or charities.
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