AQA
Level 3
QN: 601/8732/3
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AQA Level 3 Advanced GCE in Spanish
Official qualification regulated by Ofqual, awarded by AQA. Classified as a GCE A Level.
Qualification Level
Level 3
Awarding Body
AQA
Syllabus Units
3 Units
Guided Hours
Flexible
Instant access to interactive lessons, quizzes, and spaced revision.
Course Syllabus & Study Modules
Complete breakdown of verified curriculum topics and learning objectives.
1
Individual research project
Research project
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Conduct independent research on a topic of interest related to Spain or Spanish-speaking countries.
- Present and discuss findings in the speaking assessment.
2
Literary texts and films
Literary text 1
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Analyse a chosen literary text in depth, including themes, characters, and stylistic features.
- Relate the text to its social, historical, and cultural context.
3
Literary texts and films
Literary text 2 or film
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Analyse a second literary text or a film, focusing on narrative techniques, themes, and cultural significance.
- Compare and contrast with the first text or film if applicable.
4
Political and artistic culture
El patrimonio cultural
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Evaluar el impacto del turismo en la conservación y autenticidad del patrimonio cultural en países hispanohablantes.
- Comparar las políticas de preservación y promoción del patrimonio entre España y al menos un país latinoamericano.
- Analizar el papel de la UNESCO y otras organizaciones en la protección del patrimonio mundial en el mundo hispánico.
- Explicar cómo el patrimonio cultural contribuye a la formación de identidades nacionales y regionales.
- Debatir las cuestiones éticas relacionadas con la restitución de bienes culturales y la apropiación indebida.
5
Political and artistic culture
La identidad regional en España
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the diversity of regional identities in Spain, including Catalonia, Basque Country, and Galicia.
- Analyse the political and cultural tensions between central government and autonomous communities.
6
Political and artistic culture
La influencia de los ídolos
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Analyze the representation of celebrities in Spanish-language media and their impact on public opinion.
- Evaluate the positive and negative effects of idol influence on young people's lifestyle choices.
- Compare the influence of traditional media versus social media in shaping celebrity culture.
- Justify the importance of critical engagement with public figures and their potential for social change.
7
Social issues and trends
El ciberespacio
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Evaluate the impact of the internet and social media on Spanish society.
- Discuss issues of privacy, security, and cybercrime in the Spanish-speaking world.
8
Social issues and trends
La igualdad de los sexos
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Analyse the progress and challenges of gender equality in Spain and Latin America.
- Discuss the role of feminism and women's rights movements.
- Evaluate the effectiveness of legislation in combating gender-based violence in Spanish-speaking countries.
- Examine cultural and economic barriers to gender parity in the labour market.
- Compare the impact of different feminist waves on social policy in Spain and Latin America.
- Justify the relevance of inclusive feminism for addressing issues faced by marginalised women.
9
Social issues and trends
Los valores tradicionales y modernos
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Describir la evolución de las estructuras familiares en España desde la Transición democrática, mencionando leyes clave como la del divorcio y el matrimonio igualitario.
- Analizar el impacto del proceso de secularización en la práctica religiosa y en las actitudes hacia temas como el aborto y la eutanasia.
- Comparar las percepciones sobre el matrimonio tradicional y las uniones de hecho entre generaciones y en diferentes contextos hispanohablantes.
- Evaluar la influencia de la inmigración en la diversidad de valores familiares y religiosos en la sociedad española actual.
Regulatory & Verification Details
- Qualification Number (QN)
- 601/8732/3
- Regulated Status
- Available to learners
- Awarding Body
- AQA
- Qualification Type
- GCE A Level
- Operational Start
- Sept 2016