Welsh (First Language) – GCSE
Welsh (First Language) – GCSE
WJEC GCSE in Welsh Language
GCSE Welsh (First language) is a qualification that encourages candidates to develop their interest and enthusiasm in Welsh and to enable them to contribute to a bilingual society of the 21st century.
Fees are per academic year, subject to change
£200.00
Is this course right for me?
The aim of this course is to develop your confidence to effectively communicate in both written and spoken Welsh and develop essential skills which fulfil the needs of candidates, employers and further education. Nurturing positive attitudes towards the Welsh language, literary heritage and the contemporary multimedia culture, and promoting an effective use of the language.
This course normally runs one evening per week, for 33 weeks, starting in September
- No formal entry requirements
- You need to be a fluent Welsh speaker
- Each application is considered on individual merit
The GCSE in Welsh language promotes an integrated approach to oracy, reading and writing so that writing and oracy work are stimulated by reading experiences.
Units to be studied include:
- Oracy – Individual researched presentation, responding and interacting
- Reading and Writing – Description, narration and exposition
- Reading and Writing – Argumentation, persuasion and instructional
Learners are able to complete either the full qualification or certain units or elements through the medium of Welsh/bilingually. Visit our Welsh Language in the College page to find out what else is available to you.
- Written examination
Access to A-level Welsh, to help meet the requirements for certain degree level courses.
- Stationery - you will be told about any specific items before you start the course
Any costs above are approximate and may change. For information on refunds and course cancellations please see the fee policy.
- No additional costs
- Under 19’s reduced fees may apply - please contact admissions@pembrokeshire.ac.uk
- You may be eligible for funding. Find out more on our student finance page
What are the entry requirements?
- No formal entry requirements
- You need to be a fluent Welsh speaker
- Each application is considered on individual merit
What will I learn?
The GCSE in Welsh language promotes an integrated approach to oracy, reading and writing so that writing and oracy work are stimulated by reading experiences.
Units to be studied include:
- Oracy – Individual researched presentation, responding and interacting
- Reading and Writing – Description, narration and exposition
- Reading and Writing – Argumentation, persuasion and instructional
Can I do this course in Welsh?
Learners are able to complete either the full qualification or certain units or elements through the medium of Welsh/bilingually. Visit our Welsh Language in the College page to find out what else is available to you.
How will I be assessed?
- Written examination
What can I do next?
Access to A-level Welsh, to help meet the requirements for certain degree level courses.
Do I need to bring/buy any equipment?
- Stationery - you will be told about any specific items before you start the course
Are there any additional costs?
- No additional costs
- Under 19’s reduced fees may apply - please contact admissions@pembrokeshire.ac.uk
- You may be eligible for funding. Find out more on our student finance page
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