Spanish

Spanish

Introduction
After English, Spanish is the most widely spoken of the world's European languages and is the second language of the USA. Staff in the Department of Hispanic, Portuguese and Latin American Studies pursue research in a diverse range of topics. This is reflected in a teaching programme which builds on many aspects of f the history, literature and culture of Iberia and Latin America, from medieval times to the present day. We have a number of well-established exchange links with universities in Spain and Portugal, as well as with several universities in Latin America, giving the department a very cosmopolitan atmosphere.

Assessment
Assessment in year one and language assessment in year two are for progression purposes only and do not contribute to the final degree. All other work carried out in year two and all the work from year four contributes to the final degree. Assessment is by means of seminar and oral language presentations, essays, translation work, dissertations and examinations.

BA Spanish

Programme structure
Year 1:

• Spanish Language
• Introduction to the History of Spain and Latin America
• Introduction to the Literature of Spain and Latin America
• One further cultural unit
• Two open units

Year 2:

• Spanish Language
• Five optional units

Year 3:

• Year Abroad

Year 4:

• Spanish Language
• Five optional units

Entry Requirements

Subjects required at A Level or equivalent

• ABB - BBC
• Grade B in Spanish for Spanish and Hispanic Studies*

14-19 Advanced Diploma

• Grade A or B overall in any Diploma subject, to include grade B in A-level Spanish (ASL)

BTEC: DDM - DMM*

Access

• Pass Access to HE Diploma with at least 33 credits at Merit and / or Distinction*

SQA

• SH: AABBB - BBBCC including Spanish
• AH: if offered, B in Spanish

Welsh Bacc

• Pass Advanced Diploma with AB - BB in two A-levels including Spanish

IB Diploma

• 33 - 30 points overall to include 6, 6/5, 5 at Higher level including Spanish

EB

• 77 - 73% overall with 7 or 8 in Spanish

IELTS

• 6.5 in all parts

Selection:
UCAS form; an interview may be offered for applicants with non-standard qualifications / academic backgrounds

Deferred Entry:
Considered, but very limited number of offers made each cycle

Other Qualifications:
All applicants should show a proven capacity for language learning