Languages

Spanish for Professional Purposes 3A

Module code: R4037
Level 6
15 credits in autumn semester
Teaching method: Seminar, Class
Assessment modes: Coursework

You should be able to work on your own in the target language (TL) at level B2-C1 (Independent-Proficient User) of the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR).

Building on your existing skills, this module aims to:

  • enable you to understand and mediate the main ideas and detail within extended discourse, to organise discourse and to communicate effectively in the TL, with fluency, confidence and spontaneity
  • provide opportunities to practice understanding, communication and mediation in the TL using the four language skills of listening, reading, speaking and writing at a proficient level
  • consolidate and develop complex TL language structures, syntax and specialised glossaries to allow consistent accuracy and control using the TL;
  • analyse aspects of the social and cultural background of the language in a professional context, through various activities and materials, using text, audio, audio-visual and digital media.

You'll have the chance to focus on translation and interpretation activities. These will include subject-specific discussions, text handling and analysis through both authentic and specially prepared textual and audio-visual materials. Working individually and in groups, you will have opportunities to practise oral and written mediation skills suited to reports, meetings, visits, presentations and speeches.

This module is at level C1 (Proficient User) of the CEFR for languages.

Module learning outcomes

  • With reference to CEFR C1 level, the student can demonstrate understanding of the main arguments of extended discourse in standard and increasingly specialised target language across a varied range of subjects.
  • Effective planned and spontaneous communication in the target language within a variety of formal/informal contexts, including conventions of style and register.
  • Use of specialised vocabulary and application of complex language structures of the target language.
  • Knowledge and analysis of aspects of the general social, political and/or cultural, and professional contexts of the target language.