Diploma in Spanish
College of Arts, Social Sciences, & Celtic Studies
Course overview
The Diploma in Spanish introduces students to the basic elements of Spanish and includes a study of a selection of social and cultural issues in the contemporary Spanish-speaking world. Learning Spanish will clearly be of interest to students for a number of different reasons. Knowledge of the language will be of benefit to all of those planning to visit Spain for business or pleasure. The ability to converse and write in Spanish will be a clear advantage to those who work, or wish to work in areas such as education, business, tourism and information technology, to name but a few. Knowledge of Spanish will offer enhanced employment opportunities both in Ireland and abroad.
Who is this course intended for?
The Diploma in Spanish is designed for those who have little or no previous knowledge of the language and wish to gain Spanish language skills for personal or professional reasons
Key facts
Entry requirements
There are no specific entry requirements for the Diploma in Spanish. Candidates who are 21 years or over on or before January 1 st of year of entry may gain entry to the programme on the basis of mature years. Candidates under 21 years should meet the minimum matriculation requirements as outlined in the Frequently Asked Questions section.
Additional requirements
None
Duration:
2 years, part-time
Next start date: September 2013
ECTS weighting: 30
Average intake: A limited number of places are available, early application is advisable
Closing date: Friday, 12th July 2013
NFQ level: 7
Course outline
This two year programme has the following aims:
- To equip students with essential communicative skills in Spanish, both spoken and written
- To familiarise students with a range of contemporary social and political issues from the Spanish-speaking world
- To introduce students to the history and cultures of Spain and Latin America
Six modules are on offer throughout the 2-year programme. Students must successfully complete 3 modules per year.
Programme content Year 1
Introduction to Beginners’ Spanish – written and spoken
Beginners’ Spanish – written, spoken and comprehension
Introduction to Spain and Oral Spanish
Programme content Year 2
Improvers’ Spanish 1 – written, spoken and oral comprehension.
Improvers’ Spanish 2 – written, spoken and oral comprehension.
Introduction to Latin America and Oral Spanish
Applications and selections
Apply here
Requirements and assessment
All modules in the Diploma are individually assessed. The assessment for each module takes the form of essays, written assignments or presentations during the semester and a written examination at the end of the semester.
This is a two year, part-time programme. Classes are held one evening per week
Find out more
Dr. Lorna Shaughnessy
Spanish Department
NUI Galway
T 091 492229
E lorna.shaughnessy@nuigalway.ie
www.nuigalway.ie/adulteducation
Fees for this course
EU (Total): €970 per year
Non-EU (Total): €1,470 per year
A number of scholarships will be available for applicants who have become unemployed (since January 2008), and wish to update their skills and knowledge. Scholarships will constitute a 50% contribution to programme fees. A separate application process will be required.
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Past students
Kathleen O’Connell
The Diploma in Spanish is a resounding success. I have just completed the Diploma in Spanish at NUI Galway. I had a few words in Spanish at the beginning HOLA and ADIOS and now
I can speak and understand a lot of Spanish. I made friends for life from the course, people I would never have met. I would highly recommend the diploma to anybody who has an interest in Spanish language and culture. I am looking forward to going to Spain and practising my Spanish.
I enjoyed the interaction and close personal attention that the lecturers give to the students. They had a genuine interest in helping us all to do well.