Cambridge International AS Level First Language Spanish is designed for learners whose first language is Spanish. Cambridge International AS Level First Language Spanish builds on skills already established at Cambridge IGCSE level.
Learnerss develop clear, accurate and effective communication in speech and writing. They learn how to employ a wide-ranging vocabulary, use correct grammar, spelling and punctuation, and develop a personal style and an awareness of the audience being addressed.
Learners are also encouraged to read widely, both for their own enjoyment and to further their awareness of the ways in which Spanish can be used. Camrbidge International AS Level First Language Spanish also develops more general analysis and communication skills such as synthesis, inference, and the ability to order facts and present opinions effectively.
Replacement of Cambridge International AS Level Spanish First Language (8665)
We have redeveloped our Cambridge International AS and A Level Spanish offer to make sure there is smoother progression from Cambridge IGCSE based on learners' level of Spanish and a closer alignment with the CEFR framework. We are withdrawing Cambridge International AS Level Spanish Language (8685), Spanish First Language (8665), Spanish Literature (8673) and A Level Spanish (9719) to replace them with our newly designed Cambridge International AS level Spanish Language and A Level Spanish Language and Literature syllabuses.
The last assessment of Cambridge International AS Level Spanish Language (8685), Spanish First Language (8665), Spanish Literature (8673) and A Level Spanish (9719) will be November 2023. The first assessment of the new Cambridge International AS Level Spanish Language (8022) and Cambridge International A Level Spanish Language and Literature (9844) syllabuses will be June 2024. We communicated this change to schools in May 2021. You can read the communication here.