The linguistics topics you study are broadly similar to our Single Honours Linguistics degree. Your stage 1 modules will lay the foundation for in-depth analysis and description of language. They focus on topics such as the:
- structure of words and sentences (morphology and syntax)
- sounds and sound systems of language (phonetics and phonology)
- language variation and change
Your language tuition involves two hours a week on skills including:
- speaking
- reading
- writing
- listening
You'll also have a weekly one-hour Spanish grammar lesson. This is complemented by classes aimed at helping you understand the culture and society of the countries where Spanish is spoken.
Modules
| Optional Modules | Credits |
|---|---|
| Introduction to Linguistics | 20 |
| Academic Study and Research Skills | 0 |
| Introduction to History, Culture and Society of the Iberian Peninsula | 20 |
The linguistics topics you study are broadly similar to our Single Honours Linguistics degree.
You will develop your knowledge of core aspects of grammar and sound patterns and how these apply to a range of languages. You'll broaden your understanding of language study by exploring the social context in which languages are learned, used and developed over time.
In your Spanish modules in the School of Modern Languages, you’ll develop your reading, listening, writing and speaking skills. You’ll also develop your understanding of the culture and society of Spanish-speaking countries, in preparation for your year abroad.
In addition, you can take a module on Catalan, or one that introduces you to the different varieties of Spanish that are spoken throughout the world.
Modules
| Compulsory Modules | Credits |
|---|---|
| Phonological Theory | 20 |
| Syntactic Theory | 20 |
| Year Abroad Preparation | 0 |
| Level C (HE Advanced) Spanish | 20 |
You will spend your third year studying or working in a Spanish-speaking country.
Modules
| Compulsory Modules | Credits |
|---|---|
| Year Abroad Tutor Posts | 100 |
Optional Modules
Study Abroad (20 credits)
Year Abroad Work Placement Report (Semester 1) (20 credits)
Year Abroad Work Placement Report (Semester 2) (20 credits)
Year Abroad Project (Semester 2) (20 credits)
You'll continue to study advanced language modules in Spanish, reflecting the fluency you will have gained during your year abroad.
You will develop your own interests by choosing from topics linked to your lecturers' research specialisms. These include syntactic and phonological theory, second language acquisition, language origins and evolution, child language acquisition and language change.
You will also start an independent project. During this project you'll lead your own research in close collaboration with a faculty supervisor.
Modules
You must take one of the following modules:
Level D (HE Further Advanced): Spanish for Professional and Academic Purposes (20 credits)
Level D (HE Further Advanced): Spanish Translation and Interpreting (20 credits)
You must also take one of the following modules:
Short-form Dissertation 1: English Language and Linguistics (20 credits)
Short-form Dissertation 2: English Language and Linguistics (20 credits)
Dissertation/T&I Project (20 credits)