Year	Term	Themes
7	Autumn	Fy Mro
	Spring	Together Stronger
	Summer	Legends
	Autumn	Fy Myd
8	Autumn	ITravel
	Spring	Technology and Communication
	Summer	Heroes
9	Autumn	War and Violence
	Spring	Wales
	Summer	GCSE Skills

 

General Aims

The objective of the course is to ensure that pupils are able to communicate confidently, correctly and fluently through oral and written work whilst studying the Welsh First Language GSCE course. There are opportunities to contribute to oral discussions and to respond to a variety of reading material – poetry, prose and drama. There are also opportunities to write creatively and discursively.

 

Course Details

There are three aspects to this course:

Oral – Participating in individual and group discussions, giving information and expressing opinions.

Reading – Responding to a variety of reading material, both critically and creatively.

Writing – Writing correctly and effectively in Welsh.

 

Assessment Objectives

Unit 1 Oral examination – 30%

Two tasks:

Expressing Opinions (group discussion)

Presenting Information (individually)

 

Unit 2 Reading and Writing Examination (2 hours) – 35%

Section A: Reading – description, narration and exposition pieces

Section B: Writing – one written task and a proof reading question

 

Unit 3 Reading and Writing Examination (2 hours) – 35%

Section A: Reading – argumentation, instruction and transaction pieces

Section B: Writing – one written transactional task and one argumentation task

Entry Requirements:

You should have gained at least B grades in both Welsh and Welsh Literature GCSE on the higher tier papers. Pupils attaining C grades will be considered providing they possess the required skills to complete the course successfully.

What is Welsh?

This subject allows you to learn more about the culture, heritage and literature of Wales. The course offers numerous opportunities for you to discuss novels and short stories, to watch current films and write creatively. You will also study the history of the language in more depth through analysing legends and poetry written in early Welsh.

What will I learn whilst studying Welsh?

By studying Welsh you will develop your knowledge and awareness of Welsh traditions and culture. There will be many group and class discussions in the lessons as well as written tasks. It is necessary to read extensively to broaden your knowledge of the subject. You will continue to communicate confidently and fluently through oral discussions on film and drama appreciation.  Further practice in written work, in various contexts and situations will also be continued. You will study and analyse texts that vary from 6th century bards to contemporary poets, from the old Welsh prose to modern novels. This course reinforces and expands your awareness of the Welsh language’s place in the European literary tradition. There will also be visits to the theatre and cinema. Revision courses and visits to places of interest will also be arranged in order to widen your experiences. You will meet poets and there will be subject related meetings with various schools, giving you a chance to communicate with other students studying the subject.

Course Content:

Unit 1 – Discuss film and drama

Unit 2 – Coursework

Unit 3 – Use of the language and Poetry

Unit 4 – Discuss a novel

Unit 5 – The Legends, Early Welsh Poetry and Medieval Welsh Poetry

Unit 6 - Use of the language and appreciation of Poetry and Prose

Possible Careers:

Studying Welsh as a subject gives numerous career prospects – the law, local or national government, journalism or the media, public relations or education. The course gives a good opportunity to anyone who wishes to follow a career where good communication skills are imperative.

Link to the website of the course:

https://www.wjec.co.uk/qualifications/welsh-first-language/welsh-first-language-gce-a-as/