St Peter’s School (Cambridge)
IB Spanish ab initio
Course Description
Standard Level Only
The main focus of this two-year course is the acquisition of language required in everyday social interaction. The students develop a variety of linguistic skills and a basic awareness of the cultures of the countries where Spanish is spoken. Students learn how to use Spanish in a variety of practical situations (e.g. school, home, travel, work, leisure, shopping).
Instructions
Once you have selected a course from this group, please select three more International Baccalaureate courses.
Pre-requisites
This course is for students who have little or no previous experience in learning Spanish.
If you have completed Year 10 and/or Year 11 in Spanish you will need to choose ab initio of a different language or choose to take Language B.
Each student will be considered on a case by case basis to ascertain the language course with the best level of challenge for them by the Head of Faculty:languages and the IB Coordinator.
Course Specific Costs
$35 - workbook
$15 - cultural activities
Pathway
Students can study Spanish at university as a major, or as part of an interdisciplinary programme such as European studies or international management. There are career opportunities for those with international language skills in: radio and television, travel and tourism, international sports, journalism, law, teaching, diplomatic services, trade and industry, translation and interpreting services.
Assessment Information
Internal: 25% – Individual oralExternal: 75% – Written examination (reading comprehension, listening comprehension and writing).
Disclaimer
Specific course content may change from what has been advertised in order to remain current and meet students' needs.
The school has the right to make the best decision based on both staffing, and overall student interest, when preparing the final timetable.
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