Spanish
at Redborne Upper School and Community College, Bedford · college
What the college says
The Course - Builds on positive attitudes to language learning gained at GCSE - Develops confidence and competence in practical communication and promotes knowledge of contemporary issues - Provides enjoyment and stimulates intellectual and critical faculties - Fosters a sympathetic understanding of Spanish speaking cultures as well as an awareness of European Citizenship, other cultures and civilisations - Offers opportunities of travel/work experience in Spanish speaking countries - Provides excellent job prospects. Many universities ask for a modern foreign languages qualification.
What you need to get on
Students must achieve a minimum total of five grades 9 to 4 at GCSE level or equivalents to begin an A level programme. Subject specific criteria can be found here: https://prospectus.redborne.com/sixth-form/courses/
How you are assessed
Academic subjects, mostly exams, three or four at once. The traditional route to university.
What this level means
The A-level-equivalent step, and what universities and employers ask for.
Is it open to 16 to 18 year olds?
Approved for 16 to 18 study on the government's Section 96 list.
Where it runs
Redborne Upper School
FLITWICK ROAD AMPTHILL, BEDFORD, MK45 2NU
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Start dates
- 1 September 2026 · BEDFORD
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