IB DP Spanish Ab Initio
DP Spanish Ab Initio covers Spanish for students with little or no prior experience of the language, covering everyday situations and the core themes of the DP language programme. Students develop the ability to understand simple spoken and written Spanish, communicate in practical situations and write short, accurate texts.
What students will do
- Understand simple spoken and written Spanish
- Communicate in practical situations
- Write short, accurate texts
How it is assessed
DP Spanish Ab Initio combines external assessment with internal assessment, including an individual oral.
Choose your level
Spanish Ab Initio SL Spanish Ab Initio HLRevision tip
Draft first, then improve. Reading your writing aloud is the quickest way to spot sentences that need fixing.
Is this subject offered at SL and HL?
Most DP courses are offered at both Standard Level and Higher Level, with HL covering extra content in more depth.