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Spanish
The course information on this page is for new students commencing their degree in 2016 only.
Students should follow the rules and requirements for the year that they commenced their course. The online course information for years prior to 2016 are available from the Archives link in the menu.
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Spanish is spoken by more than 400 million people worldwide in 22 countries. The main goal of the study of Spanish is to develop students' communications skills in the Spanish language and their understanding of the cultures of Spain and Spanish-speaking Latin America.
The major in Spanish is to provide a course of study which allows any student, regardless of their background in the discipline, to include in their degree a specialisation in Spanish.
Major Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of the Spanish major students will be able to:
- Demonstrate a broad understanding of the Spanish language and grammar
- Communicate in both spoken and written Spanish at B2 Level in the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR)
- Comprehend spoken and written Spanish at B2 level in the CEFR
- Critically analyse and evaluate historical events and socio-cultural forces that have shaped the Hispanic world, its people and the Spanish language
Subjects Required for Major Study
Beginners
A major in Spanish for beginners or near beginners consists of a minimum of 54 credit points, as set out below.
Intermediate Entry:strong 2 Unit HSC pass or equivalent
Students who have achieved a strong 2 Unit HSC pass or equivalent may choose to enter the language sequence at the level of SPAN241, and complete a 48 credit point major comprising 18 credit points at 200-level and 30 credit points at 300-level, as set out below.
All students entering the Spanish major at the level of SPAN2152 or above must obtain formal approval from the Languages and Linguistics Discipline Leader.
Native or near-native speakers
Native or near-native speakers, whose major also consists of 48 credit points, may be granted waivers for SPAN241 and SPAN242. Such waivers will be granted only at the time of first enrolment in Spanish, in accordance with the Program's policy and with the formal approval of the Spanish Program and the Languages and Linguistics Discipline Leader. Replacement subjects to make up the 48 credit points for the major are to be chosen from the additional subjects listed below. Credit may be granted for language courses taken at university level in accordance with established University of Wollongong guidelines.
| Subject Code | Subject Name | Credit Points | Session(s) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Core | |||
| Beginners Entry | |||
| SPAN151 | Spanish for Beginners 1 | 6 | Autumn |
| SPAN152 | Spanish for Beginners 2 | 6 | Spring |
| Intermediate Entry | |||
| SPAN241 | Intermediate Spanish 1 | 6 | Autumn First Offered 2017 |
| SPAN242 | Intermediate Spanish 2 | 6 | Spring First Offered 2017 |
| SPAN230 | The Hispanic World | 6 | First Offered 2017 |
| SPAN341 | Advanced Spanish 1 | 6 | Autumn First Offered 2018 |
| SPAN342 | Advanced Spanish 2 | 6 | Spring First Offered 2018 |
| LANG370 | The Language Advantage (Capstone) | 6 | Autumn/Spring First Offered 2018 |
| Plus ONE subject from the following*: | |||
| SPAN330 | Advanced Studies in Spanish* | 6 | First Offered 2018 |
| LANG335 | Literature and Society in Renaissance Europe* | 6 | First Offered 2018 |
| *Students commencing study at 200 level must take both LANG335 and SPAN330. | |||
| Complementary Subjects: The following subjects are offered subject to availability. They do not count towards the major in Spanish, but may be taken as electives. Entry for Study Abroad/Exchange subjects requires the formal approval of the Languages and Linguistics Discipline Leader. | |||
| Study Abroad / Exchange Subjects | |||
| SPAN217 | In-country language study | 6 | First Offered 2017 |
| LANG380 | Language Study Abroad 2 | 6 | First Offered 2018 |
| LANG390 | Language Study Abroad 3 | 6 | First Offered 2018 |
| Electives | |||
| ELL 110 | Language in Social Life | 6 | Spring |
| ELL 230 | Communication Across Cultures | 6 | Autumn First Offered 2017 |
| LANG364 | Advanced Studies in Language/Culture 1 | 6 | Autumn, Spring First Offered 2018 |
| LANG365 | Advanced Studies in Language/Culture 2 | 6 | Autumn, Spring First Offered 2018 |
Subjects Required for Minor Study
A 24 credit point minor in Spanish consisting of four sequential subjects in language subjects is available.
Diploma in Languages
Students who wish to undertake a Diploma concurrently with their Bachelors Degree course should refer to the Diploma in Languages for further information.
Honours
Credit Arrangements
Credit and articulation arrangements are available from the Course Finder. Refer to UOW's credit arrangements for information on how to apply for credit.
Other Information
Further information is available at:
UOW Course Finder
Email: lha-enquiries@uow.edu.au