This module is the natural follow-on for those who have taken the intensive Spanish beginners course as part of the Year in Spanish, where they have covered the basics of grammar, acquired a stock of high frequency vocabulary and reached a degree of proficiency at pre-intermediate level. The module is designed to allow students, upon completion, to demonstrate a level of ability at intermediate level, turning students into independent users of Spanish, in both oral and written contexts. The course is thus also designed to prepare students for independent life in Spanish-speaking countries. It is an intensive course, which develops the student's active and passive aural and written skills.
Total Contact Hours: 100
Private Study Hours: 500
Total Study Hours: 600
Main assessment methods
Written Take Home Assignment (1,500 words) – 40%
Audio-Visual Comprehension Online Test (50 minutes) – 20%
Oral In-Course Test (20 minutes) – 20%
Language Skills Online Test (50 minutes) – 20%
Reassessment methods
Like-for-like
Indicative Reading List
Moreno Concha, Moreno Victoria and Zurita Piedad. (2012). Nuevo avance intermedio (B1). Madrid: SGEL
Oxford Compact Spanish Dictionary. (2013) Oxford: Oxford University Press.
Oxford Spanish Mini Dictionary. (2011) Oxford: Oxford University Press.
The intended subject specific learning outcomes.
On successfully completing the module students will be able to:
1 Demonstrate enhanced knowledge and critical understanding of the Spanish language at intermediate level;
2 Demonstrate enhanced skills in Spanish speaking, listening, reading, writing and translation at intermediate level;
3 Critically assess sources of information which will be useful in the countries where the language is spoken, i.e. students will know how to apply their knowledge and
understanding of the language in new and varied contexts;
4 Converse with a native speaker of Spanish expressing critical viewpoints.
The intended generic learning outcomes.
On successfully completing the module students will be able to:
1 Demonstrate problem-solving in individual and team work;
2 Use resources independently
3 Manage their time and prioritise workloads;
4 Use information technology effectively.
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