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
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You have no previous experience of learning the language.
- Autumn: MLT103A Spanish Beginner 1 (AUT)
- Spring:
- MLT103B Spanish Beginner 1 (SPR) (Repeat of MLT103A)
- MLT104 Spanish Beginner 2 (Continuation of MLT103A)
- Post-Beginner
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You have some basic experience of learning the language and aren't a complete beginner.
- Intermediate
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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: MLT203 Spanish Intermediate 1
- Spring: MLT204 Spanish Intermediate 2
- Higher Intermediate
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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
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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: MLT262 Spanish Advanced 1
- Spring: MLT263 Spanish Advanced 2
- Higher Advanced
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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.
- Autumn: MLT312 Spanish Higher Advanced 1
- Spring: MLT313 Spanish Higher Advanced 2
- Proficient
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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: MLT352 Spanish Proficient 1
- Spring: MLT353 Spanish Proficient 2
- Higher Proficient
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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: MLT925 Spanish Higher Proficient 1
- Spring: MLT926 Spanish Higher 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.