Spanish
Why Spanish?
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By taking a language at GCSE you’ll have amazing skills and a valuable talent that’s applicable to almost everything you do - so, it's quite a handy subject really. A language GCSE builds on what you’ve already learnt in years 7, 8 and 9 and you probably know more than you think. Language classes are still fun and interactive and you cover things at a slightly quicker pace, but this is good as you'll easily notice the improvements that you make in your foreign language. Plus by taking a language GCSE you don’t just learn the language, you get to find out about other people, countries and cultures so it really is an interesting and varied subject.
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English is not enough. Not everyone speaks or wants to speak English.
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A language will always be useful, no matter what you do.
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In class, you get to study a wide range of topics all about different people and cultures, not just how to speak.
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You can read books, watch films and listen to songs in their native language - and understand them too!
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Languages mean business - being able to speak a language will make you really stand out.
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They’re good for you! Speaking more than one language increases your brain capacity, improves your memory and you'll be at less risk of developing Alzheimer’s.
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It’s really impressive to be able to speak a foreign language. It's a real achievement that your friends will envy and employers will love!
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You can understand and talk to lots more people when you go abroad.
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Using a language at work could raise your salary from 8-20%.
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Learning languages really improves your communication skills.
GCSE Spanish
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Our GCSE Spanish specification is based on a conviction that learners studying a modern foreign language will develop their desire and ability to communicate with and understand speakers of Spanish in a variety of contexts and for a variety of purposes.
The specification supports the aim that the study of a modern foreign language will broaden horizons, develop cultural knowledge and understanding and foster transferable skills such as confidence, communication, problem solving and creativity.
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A-Level Spanish
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Exciting Careers You Can Do With A-Level Spanish
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International development worker.
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Tour manager. Love exploring new cultures?
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Diplomatic service officer
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Interpreter
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Publisher
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Business
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Any job you could do in the UK, but abroad!
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