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SP4004   Spanish Language 4: Communication Skills

Academic year(s): 2017-2018

Key information

SCOTCAT credits : 15

ECTS credits : 7

Level : SCQF level 10

Semester: 2

Planned timetable: 9.00 am Thu, plus 1 practical to be arranged on Tue

The overall objective of this core module is to build on advanced skills in listening, speaking, reading and writing in Spanish. The syllabus uses listening comprehension based on recording, debates and oral presentations by students, and a selection of texts for the study of different linguistic registers. The final oral examination will form part of this module.

Relationship to other modules

Co-requisite(s): If not already passed you must take SP4003 or take SP4102

Learning and teaching methods and delivery

Weekly contact: 1 class and 1 practical and 1 surgery hour.

Scheduled learning hours: 22

Guided independent study hours: 128

Assessment pattern

As used by St Andrews: 15-minute Oral Examination = 30%, Aural Comprehension = 30%, Coursework = 40%

As defined by QAA
Written examinations : 0%
Practical examinations : 60%
Coursework: 40%

Re-assessment: 3-hour Written Examination = 100%

Personnel

Module teaching staff: Dr R Fernández Romero