Welsh - GCSE

The content for learning GCSE Welsh Second Language is organised under three broad themes:

• Employment  
• Wales and the World 
• Youth 

Learners will be awarded the qualification based on performance in both Non-Examination Assessments and Written Examinations 

Non-Examination Assessments: Unit 1: 25% of the qualification: Speaking (10%) Listening (15%) 

• Oracy response to visual stimulus Non-examination assessment. A task for a pair/ group of three based on visual stimuli provided by WJEC to stimulate discussion. 

Unit 2: 25% of the qualification: Speaking (20%) Listening (5%) 

• Communicating with other people Non-examination assessment. 
• A discussion in pairs/groups of three based on triggers such as a combination of graphs, pictures and short reading texts provided by WJEC. 

Written Examination: 

Unit 3: 25% of the qualification: Reading (15%) Writing (10%) 

• Narrative, specific and instructional Written examination: Reading tasks with non-verbal and written responses, including one translation task from English to Welsh and one proof reading task and writing tasks 

Unit 4: 25% of the qualification: Reading (10%) Writing (15%) 

• Descriptive, creative and imaginative written examination. Reading tasks with non-verbal and written responses and writing tasks.

Wednesday (17:45 - 20:45)

Exam Fee: £35.00

Part-time enrolment fee: £35.00

Course Fee: £380.00

There are no formal entry requirements for adult learners, but previous study of Welsh (as a second language) or another foreign language is recommended. This could include study of a foreign language at KS3, private study at home or with a tutor, or consistent use of an online or digital tool such as a language app. Students who have studied the Welsh Programme of Study as a First-Language are not permitted to take the GCSE Second-Language Welsh exam. All class communication outside of the lesson will be conducted through Microsoft TEAMS. You will also need to use a computer to complete coursework. Therefore, some knowledge and/or experience of Microsoft Office will be an advantage. Full-time students should have a minimum of 4 GCSEs at Grade D.

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• Additional support is available for students with learning difficulties and disabilities.
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