Spanish - Languages for All
Find out more about studying Spanish with Languages for All. Browse our modules to find the right level for you.
Why Spanish?
With official status in 20 countries, Spanish is the second most widely spoken language in the world. It is the major language in Latin America, alongside Portuguese, and is also an increasingly important language in the USA.
About the modules
Our Spanish modules are open to all students (for credits or not), members of staff, and members of the public.
Available on a semester basis (11-12 weeks), the modules aim to develop language competence and cultural knowledge for professional and recreational purposes through small group weekly classes and guided independent learning.
Levels
If you are unsure about your level, let us know when applying and we will invite you for a short placement interview to understand your previous experience and current needs.
- Beginner
You have no previous experience of learning the language.
- Autumn: LAS155A Spanish Beginner 1 (AUT)
- Spring:
- LAS155B Spanish Beginner 1 (SPR) (Repeat of LAS155A)
- LAS1101 Spanish Beginner 2 (Continuation of LAS155A)
- Year long: LAS191 Spanish Beginner
- Post-Beginner
You have some basic experience of learning the language and aren't a complete beginner.
- Intermediate
You have studied the language for one to two years, possibly have (the equivalent of) a good GCSE, and can interact with 'friendly' native speakers in common, expected situations.
- Autumn: LAS299 Spanish Intermediate 1
- Spring: LAS286 Spanish Intermediate 2
- Year long: LAS2150 Spanish Intermediate Intensive
- Higher Intermediate
You have studied the language for two to three years, possibly have (the equivalent of) a good AS-level, and can interact with some ease with 'friendly' native speakers in common, expected situations.
- Advanced
You have studied the language for some years, possibly have (the equivalent of) a good A-Level, and can interact quite naturally with native speakers in standard situations. You want to gain in fluency and accuracy in more advanced situations.
- Autumn: LAS1109 Spanish Advanced 1
- Spring: LAS176 Spanish Advanced 2
- Year long: LAS1120 Spanish Advanced
- Higher Advanced
You are an advanced user of the language and have had opportunities to demonstrate your effective communicative skills in the field. You want to gain in sophistication and accuracy in specific situations.
- Proficient
You may not be a near-native speaker yet, but you have a solid experience of interacting with such speakers, linguistically and culturally, and you need to hone your skills for specific purposes.
- Autumn: LAS390 Spanish Proficient 1
- Spring: LAS384 Spanish Proficient 2
Apply now
Once you have decided on the appropriate level for you, apply using the following form. If the applications are not currently open, you will be directed to register your interest instead.