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Unit Overview

Description

This unit is designed for students who have completed SPAN1402 Spanish Studies 2 or who have equivalent knowledge of the language. It develops the students' ability to communicate in Spanish by providing intensive practice in oral and written language, and enriches students' understanding of the cultures of modern Spain. The unit leads to SPAN2404 Spanish Studies 4.

Students achieve and consolidate their language proficiency at Level A2 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages.

Credit
6 points
Offering
(see Timetable)
AvailabilityLocationMode
Semester 1UWA (Perth)Face to face
Details for undergraduate courses
  • Level 2 core unit in the Spanish Studies major sequence
Outcomes

Students are able to (1) demonstrate competency in spoken and written Spanish that enables them to be confident users of the language in most situations they are likely to encounter in everyday life; (2) describe, make comparisons, suggestions and requests; (3) demonstrate an increased awareness of how language works in general (metalinguistic skills); (4) identify key historical, social and cultural aspects of Spanish society; and (5) demonstrate interpersonal communication skills, including the ability to work effectively in pairs and small groups.

Assessment

Indicative assessments in this unit are as follows: (1) reading, listening, grammar tests and (2) final tests and oral. Further information is available in the unit outline.



Student may be offered supplementary assessment in this unit if they meet the eligibility criteria.

Unit Coordinator(s)
Dr Anna Gadd
Unit rules
Prerequisites
SPAN1402 Spanish Studies 2
Contact hours
interactive lectures: 1 hour per week
language classes: 2 hrs per week
  • The availability of units in Semester 1, 2, etc. was correct at the time of publication but may be subject to change.
  • All students are responsible for identifying when they need assistance to improve their academic learning, research, English language and numeracy skills; seeking out the services and resources available to help them; and applying what they learn. Students are encouraged to register for free online support through GETSmart; to help themselves to the extensive range of resources on UWA's STUDYSmarter website; and to participate in WRITESmart and (ma+hs)Smart drop-ins and workshops.
  • Visit the Essential Textbooks website to see if any textbooks are required for this Unit. The website is updated regularly so content may change. Students are recommended to purchase Essential Textbooks, but a limited number of copies of all Essential Textbooks are held in the Library in print, and as an ebook where possible. Recommended readings for the unit can be accessed in Unit Readings directly through the Learning Management System (LMS).
  • Contact hours provide an indication of the type and extent of in-class activities this unit may contain. The total amount of student work (including contact hours, assessment time, and self-study) will approximate 150 hours per 6 credit points.