IB Standard Level Diploma Spanish

Entry Requirements - All entry requirements can be found in our course directory here.

How to Apply - To apply for Post-16 at Sir Geoffrey Leigh Academy, please follow the link to Applicaa, our admissions registration form:https://sgla.applicaa.com/sixthform

You are welcome to come to Sir Geoffrey Leigh Academy on Thursday 20th August after midday or on Friday 21st August to enrol if you have the entry requirements.Please bring a parent with you together with a paper copy of your GCSE results, proof of address, proof of Date of Birth (Passport or Birth Certificate) proof of immigration status (if applicable). You will still need to apply online on Applicaa

You can email Head of P-16 - sophie.dickinson@sgla.latrust.org.uk with any questions

Qualification aims and objectives

The course develops students’ ability to use and understand a second language in a global context, while fostering intercultural understanding, inquiry, critical thinking and effective communication. It encourages students to be knowledgeable, inquiring, open-minded and to appreciate how language connects and shapes cultures, identities and societies.

Objectives

Develop a strong conceptual understanding of how language works in a variety of contexts and purposes.

Acquire and apply receptive, productive and interactive skills (reading, writing, listening, speaking) in the target language.

Build practical and analytical skills through authentic texts, multimedia, interaction and collaborative work.

Consider the ethical, cultural, social and global implications of language, communication and intercultural exchange.

Prepare for further study and careers in translation, international relations, global business, diplomacy, journalism, education and media.

Course outline

Syllabus themes

Identities: how individuals and communities define themselves and one another through language and culture.

Experiences: how experiences shape language use, meaning, identity and interaction across contexts.

Human ingenuity: how language, creativity and innovation reflect human thinking, culture and technology.

Social organisation: how language mediates social roles, structures and cultural practices.

Sharing the planet: how language and culture address global issues, sustainability and interdependence.

Future courses and possible careers

Translation • Interpreting • International Business • Diplomacy and International Relations • Journalism and Media • Global Marketing • Education and Language Teaching • Cultural Consultancy • Publishing • Tourism and Hospitality • Human Resources • Cross-cultural Communications • NGO and Development Work