LA430-6-AU-CO:
Intermediate Spanish I
2024/25
Language and Linguistics
Colchester Campus
Autumn
Undergraduate: Level 6
Current
Thursday 08 October 2026
Friday 18 December 2026
15
16 May 2024
Requisites for this module
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LA333, LA440
Intermediate Spanish I is designed for students with some pre-existing knowledge of the language. It is available either as a progression from Intensive Beginners II LAX22 for modern languages students, or via an online placement test for students in other departments.
Classes are very interactive and will help improve oral and written communication as well as learning strategies. Learning will be supported by a textbook and a tailored, language-specific Moodle page. The module can be completed on its own or can be followed by Intermediate Spanish II in the following term, depending on the degree progression.
The aims of this module are:
- To achieve proficiency in the language equivalent to level A2+ of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) in speaking, writing, reading, and listening.
- To develop awareness of study skills for languages, such as vocabulary building.
- To practise and expand transferable skills, such as communication strategies, use of technology, independent learning.
- To provide students with an introduction to intercultural awareness and language mediation.
By the end of this module, students will be expected to be able to:
- Demonstrate knowledge of concepts of intercultural awareness and language mediation.
- Use vocabulary to describe people, events, order food and shop.
- Write and summarise brief passages at A2+ level.
- Understand instructions and descriptions at A2+ level.
- Talk about present and past events.
- Collaborate effectively with peers in group work, demonstrating leadership and teamwork skills.
In addition to all the above, students at Level 6 (Final Year) will be expected to:
- Critically evaluate the language learning process.
- Reflect on personal and professional growth in relation to language and intercultural skills for future career development.
To achieve proficiency in the language equivalent to level A2+ of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) in speaking, writing, reading, and listening.
This module will be delivered via:
- 3 weekly contact hours (or 2 weekly contact hours if there are fewer than 8 students in the module).
Students are expected to attend classes and take part in classroom activities by engaging in independent, peer and group work. A dedicated Moodle page will be made accessible: students may be invited to complete work beforehand to take full advantage of their classes. We recommend that students should dedicate approximately 7 hours per week to self-study.
Assessment items, weightings and deadlines
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Exam format definitions
- Remote, open book: Your exam will take place remotely via an online learning platform. You may refer to any physical or electronic materials during the exam.
- In-person, open book: Your exam will take place on campus under invigilation. You may refer to any physical materials such as paper study notes or a textbook during the exam. Electronic devices may not be used in the exam.
- In-person, open book (restricted): The exam will take place on campus under invigilation. You may refer only to specific physical materials such as a named textbook during the exam. Permitted materials will be specified by your department. Electronic devices may not be used in the exam.
- In-person, closed book: The exam will take place on campus under invigilation. You may not refer to any physical materials or electronic devices during the exam. There may be times when a paper dictionary,
for example, may be permitted in an otherwise closed book exam. Any exceptions will be specified by your department.
Your department will provide further guidance before your exams.
Overall assessment
Reassessment
Module supervisor and teaching staff
Yes
Yes
No
No external examiner information available for this module.
Available via Moodle
No lecture recording information available for this module.
* Please note: due to differing publication schedules, items marked with an asterisk (*) base their information upon the previous academic year.
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