AS & A2 Welsh
A practical course taught alongside Newtown High School which provide opportunities for variety of teaching methods.
Why study Welsh?
To speak Welsh, study Welsh culture and appreciate Welsh literature.
In today's climate having Welsh as a qualification is an essential asset for employment in Wales.
Assessment?
The course comprises of 6 units - 3 AS level and 3 A2 level
AS - year 12
CA1 - film and communication 20% external speaking exam
1. Welsh culture and media
2. Hedd Wyn (the film)
3. Themes from the film (love, humour, loss)
CA2 - written coursework 15% internal assessment
Produce a pack 2000 - 3000 words with a minimum of 4 different writing styles containing 1 piece completed under assessment conditions.
CA3 - language and poetry 15% written exam
1. Practical language tasks
2. Studies on set poetry
A2 - year 13
CA4 - drama and communication 15% speaking exam
1. Welsh culture and media
2. Play - Siwan
3. Themes from the play and Welsh experiences during the course
CA5 - short stories and translation 20% written exam
1. Studies on set texts
2. Translation
CA6 - language and poetry 15% written exam
1. Practical language tasks
2. Studies on poetry
