Applied Spanish 2A (Intensive) module (PS21001)

This Applied Intensive module is available for students who took the Applied Intensive module at level 1 in this language.

All language modules focus on practical communication skills and further develop grammatical competence emphasising the four skills of reading, listening, writing and speaking. You will recognise and apply competently basic lexical and grammatical structures, use a bilingual dictionary effectively and be able to read, understand and summarise the main points of basic and increasingly complex written texts and complex spoken messages in a variety of situations. You will conduct an independent investigation and project work, deepen your awareness of contemporary societies, cultures, customs and conventions and understand the wider European historical, geographical and socio-political context. You will also increase your ability to make informed cross-culture comparisons in a European context and build up cultural awareness and intercultural competence.

Indicative Content:

• Formal grammar
• Reading comprehension, advanced dictionary skills, formal letter writing
• Giving your opinion, expressing preferences, oral presentation skills
• Telephone skills
• Job interview skills
• Topic areas include education and student life, business and employment, geography and regional differences.