Spanish (Combined) BA (Hons)

Increase your knowledge of one of the most widely spoken global languages, as you discover the language, culture, politics and society of contemporary Spain and Latin America.

During this course, you will have the opportunity to develop your language skills to a very high level, and study a range of cultural and historical contexts. You will also have the chance to undertake placements in Spain and/or Latin America, to gain invaluable employment skills and knowledge of current affairs.

Why study this course with us?

At Chester, you will have an opportunity to undertake a five- to eight-week placement in Spain or Costa Rica at the end of Year 2 (Level 5). You will also have the opportunity to complete an academic year in Spain or Latin America. This allows you to split your experience abroad between two countries and to spend time in both Spain and another Spanish speaking country.

In your first year you will have the opportunity to study a further language from scratch.

Our Languages For All programme allows you to also study one of eleven languages at a range of levels in addition to your degree. Fees are fully reimbursed on completion of the course.

You will be taught in a dynamic Department, located in purpose-built building that includes three digital language laboratories and a dedicated resources room. All modules are taught in workshop mode.

Typical Entry

     

112

UCAS points

GCE A Level

       

112 UCAS points from GCE A Levels or equivalent. Typical offer - BCC-BBC including a Humanities-based essay writing subject such as English Literature, English Language, English Language & Literature, Philosophy, Religious Studies, History or Classical Civilisation.

BTEC

     

BTEC Extended Diploma/Diploma: merit/distinction profile plus one of the GCE A Level subjects listed above.

Irish/Scottish Highers

    

Irish Highers - H3, H3, H3, H3, H4 including H3 in English

Scottish Highers - BBBB

 

including English

International Baccalaureate

       

26 points, including 5 in English

Access requirements

     

Access to HE Diploma (must include English Language or Literature at Level 3) and to include 45 credits at level 3, 30 of which must be at Merit

IELTS

IELTS Academic: Undergraduate: 6.0 (no less than 5.5 in any band)

The University of Chester offers a degree in Spanish which develops strong communication and presentation skills, the ability to work autonomously and in groups, analytical and critical discernment, and the resilience and confidence developed during placements abroad. Graduates often pursue further study or careers in translation, teaching, business, hospitality, the public sector and governmental or international organisations. The University has an award-winning Careers and Employability service which provides a variety of employability-enhancing experiences, including access to part-time jobs, extra-curricular employability-enhancing workshops, and practical one-to-one help with career planning. Students and graduates of the University of Chester can use our services free of charge for up to two years after graduating.