Bachelor of Philosophy (Honours) – Spanish Studies
Bachelor of Philosophy (Honours) – Spanish Studies
Spanish is the second most-spoken native language in the world, and UWA is the only university in WA to offer Spanish Studies. Achieve competency in listening, speaking, writing and reading the language. Experience the culture and learn about the lifestyle and achievements of Spaniards both in Spain and in the…
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COURSE DESCRIPTION
Spanish is the second most-spoken native language in the world, and UWA is the only university in WA to offer Spanish Studies. Achieve competency in listening, speaking, writing and reading the language. Experience the culture and learn about the lifestyle and achievements of Spaniards both in Spain and in the 20 Spanish-speaking countries around the world.
Studying Spanish is not simply about learning a language – it’s an experience that will open your mind to different cultures. Spanish Studies helps you achieve a functional level of competency in listening, speaking, reading and writing the Spanish language, but it is also about studying Spanish literature, films and popular cultures.
Course Structure
UWA offers a full Major in Spanish Studies with 6 language units, 1 cultural unit and 1 literature unit.
This Major is offered as a beginners’ stream only. UWA does not currently offer an intermediate or an advanced stream.
You’ll learn to
show competence in the Spanish language in the four macroskills of language acquisition – reading, writing, listening and speaking – rated according to the Common European Framework for Languages (CEFR)
interact confidently and successfully in situations involving Spanish cultural conventions
interpret Spanish language texts – written, audio, visual – in the light of Spanish cultures and societies
shift with accuracy and skill between the English and Spanish languages and cultures
Why study this course?
More than 580 million people around the world speak Spanish as a native or second language
Acquire a skill highly regarded by employers as a complement to skills such as engineering and business
Network and enhance your skills through the Conversation Club, student exchange opportunities, and links with cultural organisations such as the Cervantes Institute, the Cine Latino and Spanish Film Festival, and the Embassy
Career Pathways
European language graduates are well qualified for careers in all areas that involve interpersonal and communication skills, especially when dealing with people from a range of cultural backgrounds. These include travel, hospitality, publishing, theatre, commerce, international relations, the diplomatic services, teaching and interpreting and translating. Knowledge of a foreign language has helped graduates secure jobs in international banking, journalism and communications, medical areas, music and the arts. Students majoring in Spanish Studies should also consider furthering their studies by taking a Master of Translation Studies to gain a prestigious professional qualification.
Further Study
This major lays the foundation for further study options at postgraduate level.
REQUIREMENTS
Entry requirements may vary from country to country. Students are required to complete an international academic qualification equivalent to Australian High School (or equivalent).
English language requirements:
IELTS (academic): Overall minimum score of 6.5, no band lower than 6.0
TOEFL Internet-based TOEFL (iBT): an overall score of 82 or above with a minimum score of 22 in writing, 18 in reading, 20 in speaking and 20 in listening
Pearsons Test of English (PTE) (academic): An overall score of 64 with a minimum score of 59 in the speaking and writing sections, and no less than 54 in the other sections
EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION
The University of Western Australia (UWA) is a proud member of the Group of Eight and is the only university in Western Australia to be ranked in the world top 100 universities (QS World University Rankings 2023).UWA’s main campus is located in Perth, Western Australia and is home to more than 23,000 students. Perth is Australia’s fourth-largest city with over two million people from a variety of cultures worldwide, a strong economy and vibrant lifestyle. Perth is one of the country’s most affordable cities, the closest major Australian city to Asia, and in the same time zone as most of Asia.
