Spanish A Level

Applications open:- Monday 4th November at 9.00am

Applications close:- 25th August 2026

Entry Requirements: - They vary for each course but largely comply with national requirements.

How to Apply: - Please apply via KentChoices.

The increasing globalisation of today’s society means that there are more opportunities than ever for people who speak a foreign language. Not only will you enhance your linguistic skills, you will also develop your knowledge about matters central to the society and culture, past and present, of the countries where Spanish is spoken. As part of the course you will also study a Spanish novel and a Spanish-language film.

Theme 1: Aspects of Hispanic Society

Traditional and modern values

Cyberspace

Equality and Rights

Theme 2: Artistic Culture in the Hispanic World

The Influence of Idols

Regional identity in Spain

Cultural Heritage

Theme 3:Multiculturalism in Hispanic Society

Immigration

Racism

Coexistence and integration

Theme 4: Aspects of political life in the Hispanic world.

Young people today, citizens of tomorrow

Monarchy and dictatorships

Social movements

Consolidation of Themes 1 and 2.

In addition we will study the novel "La Casa de Bernarda Alba" and the film “El Laberinto del Fauno” which will be assessed in the exams. Students will also be expected to conduct independent research on a topic of your choice which will be assessed in the speaking exam.

Assessment is conducted at the end of the course through three exams.

Paper 1 (50%): Listening, reading and writing

Paper 2 (20%): Writing

Paper 3 (30%): Speaking

A good pass (grade 6) in Spanish.

A qualification in MFL will open up a world of global opportunities! Students with an A level in Spanish have many routes of progression. A variety of jobs and apprenticeships are available in the travel and tourism industry as well as the hospitality industry (e.g. cabin crew/ chefs) and employers look favourably on candidates with good communication skills and linguistic ability. An A level in Spanish would be evidence that you are ready to study an accelerated programme in another language at university (e.g. Russian/ Mandarin Chinese). Many students choose to do a university course with joint honours: Spanish combines very well with other subjects such as politics, international development, business studies and law to name a few!