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Spanish
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 60 credit points, as set out below.
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 SPAN251, and complete a 56 credit point major comprising 24 credit points at 200-level and 32 credit points at 300-level, as set out below.
All students wishing to enter the Spanish major at the level of SPAN251 must obtain formal approval from the Languages and Linguistics Discipline Leader.
Native or near-native speakers
Native or near-native speakers may choose to enter the language sequence at the level of SPAN251, and complete a 56 credit point major. All students wishing to enter the Spanish major at the level of SPAN251 must obtain formal approval from the Languages and Linguistics Discipline Leader.
Native or near-native speakers may be granted waivers for SPAN251 and SPAN252. 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 Languages and Linguistics Discipline Leader or the Director of the Language Centre. Replacement subjects to make up the 56 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 |
| Strong 2 Unit HSC pass or equivalent students or Native or near-native speakers Entry | |||
| SPAN251 | Spanish Intermediate 1 | 8 | Autumn |
| SPAN252 | Spanish Intermediate 2 | 8 | Spring |
| SPAN220 | The Hispanic World | 8 | Spring |
| SPAN351 | Advanced Spanish I | 8 | Autumn |
| SPAN352 | Advanced Spanish II | 8 | Spring |
| Plus ONE subject from the following: | |||
| SPAN310 | Advanced Studies in Spanish* | 8 | Spring |
| LANG305 | Literature and Society in Renaissance Europe* | 8 | Not offered in 2015 |
| *Students commencing study at 200 level must take both LANG305 and SPAN310. | |||
| 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 | |||
| SPAN215 | In-country language study | 8 | Not offered in 2015 |
| LANG391 | Language Study Abroad 1 | 8 | Not offered in 2015 |
| LANG392 | Language Study Abroad 2 | 8 | Not offered in 2015 |
| LANG393 | Language Study Abroad 3 | 8 | Not offered in 2015 |
| Electives | |||
| ELL 110 | Language in Social Life | 6 | Spring |
| ELL 210 | Communication Across Cultures | 8 | Autumn |
| LANG371 | Advanced Studies in Language/Culture A | 8 | Autumn, Spring |
| LANG372 | Advanced Studies in Language/Culture B | 8 | Autumn, Spring |
Subjects Required for Minor Study
A minor study in Spanish consists of four sequential subjects in Spanish language subjects (e.g. SPAN151, SPAN152, SPAN251 and SPAN252). The minor will consist of 28 or 32 credit points of language study, dependent on the level of entry.
Whilst the minor will not appear on the student's testamur at graduation, it will be recorded on the academic transcript.
| Subject Code | subject Name | Credit Points | Session(s) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Core | |||
| Beginners Entry - Minor | |||
| SPAN151 | Spanish for Beginners 1 | 6 | Autumn |
| SPAN152 | Spanish for Beginners 2 | 6 | Spring |
| SPAN251 | Spanish Intermediate 1 | 8 | Autumn |
| SPAN252 | Spanish Intermediate 2 | 8 | Spring |
| Strong 2 Unit HSC pass or equivalent students or Native or near-native speakers Entry – Minor | |||
| SPAN251 | Spanish Intermediate 1 | 8 | Autumn |
| SPAN252 | Spanish Intermediate 2 | 8 | Spring |
| SPAN351 | Advanced Spanish I | 8 | Autumn |
| SPAN352 | Advanced Spanish II | 8 | Spring |
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