AS/A Level Welsh (First Language)
Key Details
- Available at:Pwllheli, Dolgellau
- Study Mode:Full-time
- Course Length:
1-2 years
AS/A Level Welsh (First Language)Full-Time (Further Education)
Please note: We recommend that you have access to a laptop or Chromebook to enable coursework to be completed digitally at home. There is a dedicated IT Digital Inclusion fund to support those learners who do not have a digital device and are unable to purchase one.
Course Description
Are you interested in developing your language skills? An A level in Welsh First Language will enable you to explore the subject in great detail through the study of literature, film and culture.
An A level in Welsh First Language not only equips you for specific careers including teaching and translation but is valued by many local employers in the public and private sectors.
Entry Criteria
Applying for A Levels? Click ‘Apply Now’ on any of the subjects you are interested in studying. You will be able to specify your other two A Level choices during the online application process.
In order to qualify for this course, you will need the following:
- 6 GCSEs at grade C or above, including English or Welsh 1st Language
- GCSE Welsh 1st Language grade B and GCSE Welsh Literature grade B
As part of the application process, you will be asked to attend an interview to give you the opportunity to discuss the course.
Progression to A Level is based on your performance at AS Level.
Delivery
Various techniques are used to deliver the course.
Your programme will include a combination of:
- Essential Skills qualifications and/or
- GCSE resits and/or
- The Welsh Baccalaureate
Welsh Baccalaureate
Welsh Baccalaureate is a valuable qualification which is often studied alongside your Level 3 full-time course.
The qualification is graded A*-E, carrying the equivalent UCAS points at Level 3, and equips you with transferable personal and business skills. It is highly regarded by universities and employers alike.
As part of the qualification, you will learn about Global Citizenship, Enterprise and Employability and take part in community engagement and work experience.
Essential Skills
This may include a combination of Application of Number, Communication, Digital Literacy and Essential Employability Skills
GCSE resits
This may include GCSE Numeracy/Maths and/or Welsh/English Language.
Maths & Welsh/English
If you don't achieve a C or above in Maths and/ or English/Welsh, we will support you to retake these subjects as part of your study programme.
Assessment
- Coursework
- Oral exam
- External assessment
Progression
Higher Education and careers in Education, Translation, the Media and Administration
Other details
Course type: Full-Time (Further Education)
Level:
3
Programme Area:
- Languages
Bilingual:
This programme is available bilingually at the following campus(es):
- Dolgellau
- Pwllheli
