WJEC Eduqas GCSE Spanish specification (C810)
Understanding the exam specification is key to doing well in your WJEC Eduqas GCSE Spanish exam. It lays out exactly what you need to learn, how you'll be assessed, and what skills the examiners seek. Whether you're working through the course for the first time or revising for your final exams, the specification helps you stay focused and confident in your preparation.
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In the next section, you'll find a simplified summary of the official WJEC Eduqas GCSE Spanish specification, along with a breakdown of key topics, assessment structure, and useful study resources. We've also included links to topic-level guides and revision tools to help you put the specification into practice.
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For the most complete and up-to-date information, we strongly recommend consulting the official WJEC Eduqas specification PDF.
Specification overview
The WJEC Eduqas GCSE in Spanish enables learners to communicate confidently with native speakers across a range of real-life contexts. It encourages spontaneous use of language and helps students understand the culture and identity of Spanish-speaking communities. The course promotes the development of accurate speech and writing, comprehension of authentic materials, and independent language strategies. Students are also encouraged to make cross-curricular links and engage creatively, building a strong foundation for further language study or use in professional settings:contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}.
Subject content breakdown
Identity and culture
- Youth Culture: self and relationships; technology and social media
- Lifestyle: health and fitness; entertainment and leisure
- Customs and Traditions: food and drink; festivals and celebrations
Local, national, international and global areas of interest
- Home and Locality: local areas of interest; transport
- Spain and Spanish-speaking countries: local and regional features; holidays and tourism
- Global Sustainability: environment; social issues
Current and future study and employment
- Current Study: school/college life and studies
- World of Work: work experience; part-time jobs; skills and personal qualities
- Jobs and Future Plans: applications, career plans
Skills across all components
- Listening: understanding a range of spoken texts and identifying themes, opinions and details
- Speaking: role play, photo card, and conversation covering all themes; accurate pronunciation and creative language
- Reading: comprehending varied texts including literary extracts; translation from Spanish into English
- Writing: written tasks in various formats; translation from English into Spanish
Grammar Scope
- Foundation: common tenses (present, preterite, imperfect, future), negatives, comparatives, modal verbs, reflexives
- Higher: includes pluperfect, imperfect subjunctive, passive voice (receptive), extended use of pronouns and complex structures:contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
Assessment structure
Component 1: Speaking
- Non-exam assessment (NEA)
- Foundation: 7–9 mins | Higher: 10–12 mins (+12 mins prep)
- Tasks: role play, photo card, and conversation (two parts from different themes)
- 60 marks, 25% of GCSE
Component 2: Listening
- Foundation: 35 mins | Higher: 45 mins (includes 5 mins reading)
- Includes responses in English and Spanish
- 45 marks, 25% of GCSE
Component 3: Reading
- Foundation: 1 hr | Higher: 1 hr 15 mins
- Questions in English and Spanish; includes translation from Spanish into English
- 60 marks, 25% of GCSE
Component 4: Writing
- Foundation: 1 hr 20 mins | Higher: 1 hr 35 mins
- Foundation: 3 writing tasks + translation into Spanish (approx. 35–40 words)
- Higher: 2 extended tasks + translation into Spanish (approx. 50–55 words)
- 60 marks, 25% of GCSE
Assessment Objectives
- AO1: Listening – 25%
- AO2: Speaking – 25%
- AO3: Reading – 25%
- AO4: Writing – 25%:contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}
Key tips for success
Doing well in your WJEC Eduqas GCSE Spanish isn't just about how much you study, but how you study. Here are a few proven tips to help you stay on track
- Start with a clear plan: Break the subject into topics and create a revision schedule that allows enough time for each. Start early to avoid last-minute stress.
- Focus on understanding, not memorising: Use our revision notes to build a strong foundation in each topic, making sure you actually understand the material.
- Practise regularly: Attempt past papers to familiarise yourself with the exam format and timing. Mark your answers to see how close you are to full marks.
- Be strategic with your revision: Use exam questions by topic to focus on weaker areas, and flashcards to reinforce important facts and terminology.
- Learn from mistakes: Whether it's from mock exams or practice questions, spend time reviewing what went wrong and why. This helps prevent repeat mistakes in the real exam.
- Stay balanced: Don't forget to take regular breaks, eat well, and get enough sleep, a healthy routine makes revision much more effective.
With the right approach and consistent practice, you'll build confidence and improve your chances of exam success.
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