Overview
This module is mapped against B2+ level according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR). It is for students who have completed Level 908/008 Advanced Spanish or who have advanced knowledge of the language, for example a recent A level with an A or a rusty B2 standard of the language in the Common European Framework of Reference. Through a variety of methods, you will further develop your advanced competence in reading, writing, listening and speaking and your understanding of advanced grammar. At the end of this 12-week module, you will be able to carry out complex tasks in the language. You will be able to understand and use elaborate phrases aimed at the satisfaction of most needs in a day-to-day context. You will be able to interact and participate effectively in advanced conversations. You will achieve a good understanding of aspects of life and culture of countries where the language is spoken and the intercultural skills necessary for your language proficiency level.
Learning Outcomes
1. Apply advanced reading, writing, listening and speaking skills in line with the B2+ level in Spanish in the CEFR.
2. Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of complex structures in Spanish.
3. Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the cultures of Spanish-speaking countries.
Syllabus
Cultural Content:
- Culinary tradition in Spain and Latin America
- Iconic Spanish and Hispanic artists
- Ideological evolution of flamenco
- Salsa in all its forms
- Bilingual regions in Spain
- Languages and accents in Latin America
- The Seventh Art: Cinema made in Spain
- Historical overview of politics and society in Spain and Latin America
- Spanish speaking countries around the world
- Hispanic sports and national celebrations
- Traditions and folklore in Spain and Latin America
Grammatical content:
- Counter argumentative discourse markers
- Conjecture conditional
- Verbal Periphrases
- Concessional sentences
- The Subjunctive Pluperfect
- Subjunctive tense: The Imperfect.
- Explanatory and rectifying discourse markers
- Formal and informal registers
Lexical content:
- Arts
- Sports
- Politics
- Music and cinema
- Legends
- Food
Week 1: Culinary tradition in Spain and Latin America
Week 2: Iconic Spanish and Hispanic artists
Week 3: Ideological evolution of flamenco
Week 4: Salsa in all its forms
Week 5: Bilingual regions in Spain
Week 6: Languages and accents in Latin America
Week 7: The Seventh Art: Cinema made in Spain
Week 8: Historical overview of politics and society in Spain and Latin America
Week 9: Spanish speaking countries around the world
Week 10: Hispanic sports and national celebrations
Week 11: Traditions and folklore in Spain and Latin America
Week 12: Presentations. Completing the assessment is required for undergraduate students who would like to have the course recorded in their *HEAR.
*For all other students, completing their presentations is also strongly recommended, as a measure of their progress and learning.
Textbook details:
No textbook is required for this module.
Study Hours
The total number of study hours for this module is 150 hours, in line with undergraduate university modules. This includes class meetings, homework, individual preparation for your presentation and self-directed study in line with guidance from the course lecturer.
We recognise that the total number of hours that you may be able to study every week may depend on your availability and previous experience studying languages, however, expected contribution to classes, homework completion, and learning outcomes will not vary.
Course Lecturer: Lourdes Barquin
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Fees for language courses are £190/£95.
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