Languages

Spanish Intermediate A Year 1

Module code: R4016B
Level 4
15 credits in autumn semester
Teaching method: Seminar, Class
Assessment modes: Coursework

This module is designed for:

  • lower-intermediate learners who have a recent grade A/B at GCSE, or a D/E pass at AS-Level, or equivalent
  • intermediate learners who have a good AS grade, or perhaps a low D/E pass at A-Level, or equivalent

The module aims to:

  • enable you to understand key information and to communicate effectively in Spanish, sometimes spontaneously, in less routine situations at a standard level 
  • provide opportunities, across a variety of topics, for practice of understanding and communication in Spanish using the four language skills of listening, reading, speaking and writing, at a standard level 
  • consolidate and develop the range of key elements of the structures, vocabulary, syntax and pronunciation of Spanish, to allow progression
  • present the background culture and society of the Spanish-speaking world through a variety of contextualised activities and materials in a range of media (e.g. text, audio, audiovisual, digital).

Successful completion of the module is equivalent to level A2-B1 (Basic-Independent User) of the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR) for Languages.

Module learning outcomes

  • With reference to CEFR A2+-B1 level, the student can demonstrate understanding of the main points of clear standard target language within a variety of routine topics. can demonstrate understanding of the main points of clear standard target language across a variety of routine topics.
  • S/he can demonstrate effective communication in the target language in unpredictable or less routine situations, within a selected range of formal/informal contexts.
  • S/he can demonstrate acquisition of a standard range of vocabulary and application of standard language structures of the target language.
  • S/he will have developed an awareness of aspects of the general social and cultural background of the target language and can demonstrate an appropriate response in selected associated cultural settings and contexts.