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Spanish

What is the course about?
 
The IB Spanish course at BISC is truly international. Both SL and HL students will be assessed on their ability to:
1. communicate clearly and effectively in a range of situations, demonstrating linguistic competence and intercultural understanding
2. use language appropriate to a range of interpersonal and/or cultural contexts
3. understand and use language to express and respond to a range of ideas with accuracy and fluency
4. organize ideas on a range of topics, in a clear, coherent and convincing manner
5. understand, analyse and respond to a range of written and spoken texts
6. understand and use works of literature written in the target language of study (HL only).
 
How is the course structured?
 
In the first year, IB 1 both SL and HL students will explore core topics of our Spanish handbook:
The core—with topics common to both levels—is divided into three areas and is a required area of study. • Communication and media
• Global issues
• Social relationships
 
In addition, at both SL and HL, teachers select two from the following five options. • Cultural diversity
• Customs and traditions
• Health
• Leisure
• Science and technology
Also, at HL, students read two works of literature.
In the second year, IB2 both SL and HL students will revise core and optional topics of our Spanish handbook, to emphasize oral and communicative skills in order to prepare for IB exams.
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Are there any requirements?
You do not necessarily need to have studied Spanish at IGCSE. However, as Spanish demands strong writing, speaking, listening and reading skills you will need to show that you have sufficient command of the language in order to be able to express yourself, especially at Higher Level. Students who have achieved grade C and above at IGCSE are encouraged to join.
 
What materials will I need?
Apart from an open mind and a willingness to learn, you will not need any materials for the course as these will be provided to you. A suggested reading list, radio and music in Spanish will be ready to all those who want to know more.
 
What career paths are open to me?
Spanish is one of those subjects which can open a number of different career paths, such as in translation, teaching, international relations, Hispanic studies,journalism or literature studies, among other paths
 
Where can I find more information about the course?
Please download the Spanish course outline for more information. Please also feel free to email the Spanish teacher at j.perezcuadrado@bisc.krakow.pl.



Subjects we offer:

Academic Skills
Biology
Business & Management
Chemistry
Computer Science
English A Literature
English B
Environmental Systems & Societies
French A Language & Literature
French B
German A Literature
German B
Geography
History
Mathematics
Music
Spanish B
Physics
Polish A Literature
Portuguese B
Psychology
Theatre
Theory of Knowledge (TOK)
Visual Arts

Leadership

Patrick Lagendijk
​​IB Co-ordinator

Downloads

IB Handbook