Course information
In following this two-year course, you’ll gain an interesting and deep insight into the Spanish language through eight modules, evaluated via 13 tutor-marked assignments. You’ll develop your language skills through a range of learning activities and self-assessment questions.
The 1st-year course begins with a look into the evolution of Spanish society and the political and artistic culture of the Spanish-speaking world, giving you a well-rounded understanding of the Spanish language’s place across the globe. You’ll also study Bodas de Sangre by Lorca, a defining Spanish tragedy. At the same time, you will develop your Listening, Reading and Translation skills.
In the 2nd half of the A level course, you’ll begin learning about immigration and multiculturalism in Spanish society, investigate Franco’s dictatorship and the Spanish transition to democracy, and study Crónica de Una Muerte Anunciada by famed Colombian novelist Gabriel García Márquez. The focus throughout will be on Listening, Reading and Translation.
For both years of the Spanish course, we provide resources to help you practise your Speaking and Listening skills. Your tutor will be also be ready to help you prepare for your Speaking and Listening exam. There are links to various additional opportunities for conversational practice.
You can also enjoy free e-book access to the supporting text for the duration of your studies and access to many additional online resources available via Hodder’s Boost Learning Platform.
General Introduction to A-level Spanish
- Following the Course
- Grammar for A Level
- A-level Spanish Examination; Aims, etc
- Resources; Tips and Techniques
Module One: La evolución de la sociedad española
- El cambio en la estructura familiar
- La evolución de las actitudes hacia el matrimonio, las relaciones y las familias
- La vida laboral en España
- Las oportunidades de trabajo para los jóvenes
- La igualdad de género
- El impacto económico y ambiental del turismo en España
- Las oportunidades que ofrece el turismo en España
Module Two: La cultura política y artística en el mundo de habla hispana
- Cambios y tendencias musicale
- Impacto de la música contemporánea
- La televisión y las telenovelas
- Los medios de comunicación escritos y en Internet
- Los festivales, fiestas, costumbres y tradiciones
Module Three: Literature choice: Bodas de sangre by Lorca
Module Four: AS Listening, Reading and Translation
Module Five: La inmigración y la sociedad multicultural española
- El impacto positivo de la inmigración en la economía y la cultura de España
- Los desafíos de la inmigración y la integración en España
- La reacción social y el enfoque político hacia la inmigración
Module Six: La dictadura franquista y la transición a la democracia
- La Guerra Civil y el ascenso de Franco
- Las consecuencias de la Guerra Civil
- La vida cotidiana durante la dictadura franquista
- La transición de la dictadura a la democracia
- El rey Juan Carlos; el Gobierno de Suárez; el golpe de Estado de 1981
Module Seven: Research Project and Literature choice:
Crónica de una muerte anunciada by Gabriel García Márquez
- Proyecto de Investigación
- Crónica de una muerte anunciada
Module Eight: A-level Listening, Reading and Translation
- A-level Listening, Reading and Translation Paper 1
- Written Response to Works and Translation, Paper 2
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Examining board and exams
The Oxford Home Schooling Spanish A level course prepares candidates for the Edexcel Spanish A level qualification. The syllabus number is:
The A level course is examined as follows:
- Unit 1 (9SP0/01) – Listening, Reading and Translation: 40% of A level. 2 hour written examination.
- Unit 2 (9SP0/02) – Written response to works and translation: 30% of A level. 2 hour and 40 minutes written examination.
- Unit 3 (9SP0/03) – Speaking: 30% of A level. Total assessment time: between 21 and 23 minutes.
What can I do with a Spanish A level?
There are a range of things you can do with your Spanish A level qualification. It’ll allow you to study the language at a higher level – at university, for example – which could allow you to pursue a career in Spain, Latin America and other Spanish-speaking countries across the globe.
This could involve working as an interpreter, pursuing a career in international business or working in the tourist industry, travelling the world. Spanish is also a working language in a number of international organisations such as the World Trade Organisation and United Nations, so it is useful if you wish to pursue a career in international politics.
In terms of further education, the language can be of use to those studying culture, literature, sociology and history. The range of transferrable skills you’ll develop include:
- Research skills
- Critical thinking
- Essay writing
- Attention to detail
- Crafting arguments
Online Course? Paper-based? Somewhere in between? It’s your choice!
All of our Spanish A level students receive:
- Traditional printed learning materials
- Access to our online resources with on-the-go access to all your regular lessons
- Unmatched support by a fully-qualified teacher online and by phone
How much does it cost?
Our Spanish A level course fee is £525 with a £105 deposit, payable in eight instalments of £52.50.
As you study, you’ll get support from a fully-qualified tutor that has a Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) or a degree in education. Your course fee includes:
- Marking your course assignments
- Providing written answers to specific problems you might have
- Tutor contact by telephone and email
- Access to the free e-book copy of the supporting text
When you begin your course, you and your Student Advisor will agree an examination date or dates. The support period will last up to the final examination date.
Meet Our Tutors
I have been tutoring languages in school classrooms, in small groups, and in a one-on-one environment for approximately 20 years. I am passionate about languages and I love meeting people who feel like-minded in this regard. I studied Spanish at University and then worked in Spain (in Barcelona) before deciding to come home to start up my own freelancing business teaching languages.
I hope I can nurture your enthusiasm for the Spanish language and that together we can go on a journey to develop your skills.
Georgia Kennett-Johnson
Prerequisites for Spanish A level
Generally, to study Spanish A level, you need a minimum of four good GCSEs, ideally with one of these being Spanish GCSE/IGCSE at grade B or above.
If you feel you have other qualifications or experience that could be considered instead of the required GCSEs, please get in touch with one of our student advisers on 0800 0111 024 to talk about your suitability for the course.
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FAQs
Why should I choose Oxford Home Schooling?
- Oxford Home Schooling is a long-established educational trust that prides itself on
- treating every student as an individual
- customer service
- course quality.
- We’re rated ‘Excellent’ on Trustpilot by students who have studied with us.
- We provide online and printed resources so you can study your way – other providers do not give you that choice.
- We make it easy for you to home-educate your children with our flexible schedule, tutor support, and interest-free payment plan.
- Every year we help hundreds of children who have left mainstream education obtain the qualifications they need to progress and achieve their goals.
- Oxford Home Schooling is part of a not-for-profit trust so you can be sure that your course fees are spent on either your child’s tuition or on improving our courses.
When can I enrol?
You can enrol and start any time you like, the earlier the better. The important thing to think about is when you wish to sit your exam and to give yourself plenty of time to work through your materials and revise successfully. Our cut-off dates for enrolment can be found here.
Once you have enrolled, you will get access to your course online immediately and your printed course materials will arrive a few days later.
Can I complete the Spanish A level exam in one year?
Our cut-off for enrolling on an A level Spanish course for the following summer examination series is mid-October each year. So yes you can. However, remember that you will still need to fit around 700 hours of study time into your schedule before the examination. The earlier you enrol, the less study you must do each week!
Can I just enrol on the AS level Spanish course?
Yes, you can. The fee to enrol on the Spanish AS course is just £300. If you decide to upgrade to a full A Level later on, you may do so for an additional fee of £350.
The results from your AS Level exam cannot be carried forward to your A level and you will need to take the full A level exams which test the full spectrum of topics from the AS and A level specification
When will I sit my exam?
The Spanish A level papers may be sat in the Summer examination series. The Summer series typically runs from mid-May to late June.
Your examination centre schedules the Speaking (Oral) exam which typically takes place between March and May.
There is no autumn examination sitting.
How much does Spanish A Level examination entry cost?
Your exam fees aren’t included in the course cost as they’re paid directly to the exam centre. They will vary depending on which centre you choose. Generally speaking, dedicated examination services will be more expensive than a local school or college. Prices range from £150 to £450 pounds.
The French exam requires students to complete a Speaking Test and some centres charge extra for this service.
How do I prepare for the speaking and listening aspects of the course?
Speaking contributes 30% to your final grade and is an important part of your course. There are listening exercises built into the course and your tutor will dedicate some time to speaking to you on the phone as part of your tutor-marked assignments and general interactions during your course.
However, you would be well-advised to find additional ways to practise these skills beyond the scope of your interactions with your tutor. Methods might include
- Using smartphone apps
- YouTube videos (there are links to a number of these within the course materials)
- Watching Spanish language films or television
- Booking Additional 1-1 paid tutorials with your tutor via Oxford Home Schoolings Tutoring Platform
Is it possible to study Spanish A level without any prior knowledge or experience of the language?
Not really, no! A good grade at (I)GCSE or other equivalent experience is essential.
