Spanish, One-year Programme

Study programme code SPA60

ECTS credits 60

Admission requirements Higher Education Entrance Qualification

Recommended previous knowledge

Language skills equivalent to level 2 in upper secondary school (general studies branch) are recommended. A language course or a stay in a Spanish speaking country is also recommended.

Specific arrangements for recognition of prior learning (formal, non-formal and informal) Arrangements for the recognition of prior learning are described in the information on the institution under "General arrangements for the recognition of prior learning (formal, informal and non-formal)".

Examination regulations and grading For a description of the examination regulations, see the Examination Regulations of the University of Agder.

For information about the Norwegian grading system, see ECTS credits and grades. Specific information on grading for each course is found in the individual course descriptions.

Graduation requirements The Examination Regulations of the University of Agder regulate the graduation requirements for each programme of study.

Learning outcomes

Upon completion of the course the students will have:

• trained their oral and written language proficiency
• acquired basic theoretical and practical knowledge of Spanish
• knowledge about different varieties of Spanish
• knowledge about Spanish and Latin-American contemporary literature
• knowledge about cultural and social aspects of the Spanish speaking world
• the ability to discuss different issues related to the Spanish language and Spanish speaking society.

Teaching methods

Instruction is given in the form of lectures and seminars.

Assessment methods

Forms of assessment vary; see course descriptions

Occupational profiles of graduates and access to further studies

In combination with the Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PPU) the programme qualifies for teaching on lower and upper secondary school levels and may also be a useful background for a broad spectre of professions in which knowledge of Spanish and Spanish language is an important qualification. The programme qualifies for further studies in Spanish for example at Master Level. The course can be included as the fourth year in the general teacher training programme.

Other information

Students with Further- and Continuing Education (EVU) in Spanish from HiA/UiA may receive ECT-credit reduction.

Contact person

Allan Folkestad (38141712, allan.r.folkestad@uia.no)