Please note! Course description is confirmed for two academic years, which means that in general, e.g. Learning outcomes, assessment methods and key content stays unchanged. However, via course syllabus, it is possible to specify or change the course execution in each realization of the course, such as how the contact sessions are organized, assessment methods weighted or materials used.

LEARNING OUTCOMES

Learning outcomes for this course, upon successful completion, include the ability to: 1) greet people and describe oneself and others, including family, 2) make conversation, for example about the weather, one s interests and studies, 3) ask for and understand directions, 4) describe various places and environments, including one s home, 5) search for housing using the target language, 6) handle hospitality situations, for example issuing and accepting invitations, 7) manage shopping and ordering at restaurants, 8) discuss time and make appointments, 9) talk about employment and professions, and 10) manage simple business communication tasks such as phoning, emailing and making a short presentation.

Credits: 3

Schedule: 10.06.2019 - 28.06.2019

Teacher in charge (valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022): Joan Lofgren

Teacher in charge (applies in this implementation): Ana Monterde Rey

Contact information for the course (applies in this implementation):

CEFR level (applies in this implementation):

Language of instruction and studies (valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022):

Spanish

CONTENT, ASSESSMENT AND WORKLOAD

Content
  • Valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022:

    This course introduces students to speaking, listening, reading and writing in Spanish, with an emphasis on speaking and listening. Students are introduced to the basic vocabulary and grammar needed for communicating in daily life and in business situations. They also become aware of culture in Spanish-speaking countries.

DETAILS

Prerequisites
  • Valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022:

    none