Spanish

Our Spanish modules follow a variety of delivery modes: face-to-face (in the classroom), blended learning (half face-to-face at Penrhyn Road and the other half online via MS Teams), fully online via MS Teams and hybrid (some students will be in the classroom whilst others will join online via MS Teams).

Please check individual language modules, listed below.

At the end of each semester-long module, there will be two online assessments: Reading & Writing and an Oral Assessment.

Please note: KLS assessments cannot be re-scheduled.

Please also note: a minimum of 10 students is required for a course to run. Should any course not recruit enough students, it will be cancelled.

Unsure of your level in Spanish? You can take an online diagnostic test:

Spanish courses offered

Spanish Level 1

This course is for absolute beginners. It aims to give learners a basic knowledge of reading, listening, spoken and written skills in a dynamic and communicative way, through individual, pair and group work and studio-based and authentic texts. The focus is on accuracy as well as communication.

  • Entry requirements: None
  • Level 1 module is offered in October and January
  • Timetable for January 2024 course: Mondays, 6-8pm
  • Method of delivery: Face-to-face at Penrhyn Road

Spanish Level 2

This course is designed to provide near-beginners with the foreign language skills to enable them to interact satisfactorily in survival situations and social encounters in the foreign country and to be aware of related aspects of the foreign culture and environment.

  • Entry requirements: completion of Level 1 or three months' prior language learning
  • Level 2 module is offered in October and January
  • Timetable for January 2024 course: Thursdays, 6-8pm
  • Method of delivery: Hybrid

Spanish Level 3

This module is designed to develop the language competency already acquired by students. It focuses on developing the levels of communication in all four skills (listening, speaking, reading and writing). Students will improve and consolidate the knowledge of grammar and vocabulary acquired previously. The module also engages with aspects of the language's culture and society as it aims to provide students with a wider context for language learning.

  • Entry requirements: completion of Level 2 or six months' prior language learning
  • Level 3 module is offered in October and January
  • Timetable for January 2024: Wednesdays, 6-8pm
  • Method of delivery: Face-to-face at Penrhyn Road

Spanish Level 4

This module is designed to reactivate and build on the student's previous knowledge of the target language. It aims to equip students with further linguistic skills, to enable them to communicate in a number of familiar work and social situations and respond accordingly, and to broaden students' awareness of aspects of the foreign culture. It focuses on developing the levels of communication in all four skills (listening, speaking, reading and writing). Students will improve and consolidate the knowledge of grammar and vocabulary acquired previously.

  • Entry requirements: completion of Level 3 or one year's prior language learning or equivalent of level A1 of CEFR
  • Level 4 module is offered in October 2023 and January 2024
  • Timetable for January 2024: Wednesdays, 6-8pm
  • Method of delivery: Face-to-face at Penrhyn Road

Spanish Level 5

This module will consolidate and develop existing linguistic skills in speaking, reading, listening and writing. Students will increase their vocabulary, be able to use more complex structures, become aware of register and deepen their awareness of aspects of the foreign culture and work environment. Students will improve and consolidate the knowledge of grammar and vocabulary acquired previously.

  • Entry requirements: completion of Level 4 or equivalent
  • Level 5 module is offered in January 2024
  • Timetable for January 2024: Tuesdays, 6-8pm
  • Method of delivery: Face-to-face at Penrhyn Road

Spanish Level 6

This module further develops the reading, speaking, writing and listening skills practised in previous courses. It emphasizes communication and comprehension, but also builds on the grammar base acquired in previous modules. It focuses on developing the levels of communication in all four skills (listening, speaking, reading and writing). Students will improve and consolidate the knowledge of grammar and vocabulary acquired previously.

  • Entry requirements: completion of Level 5 or equivalent of A2 level of CEFR
  • Level 6 module will be offered in October 2024

Spanish Level 7

This module will consolidate and develop existing linguistic skills in speaking, reading, listening and writing. Students will increase their vocabulary, be able to use more complex structures and become more aware of register and also consolidate and deepen their awareness of aspects of the foreign culture. Students will gain confidence and ability in oral communication through guided discussion, and individual and group presentations. Students will be given writing tasks such as short essays, guided writing activities and grammar revision exercises. Some translation and summary work will also be undertaken, working from the target language source into English. Audio and written materials will be used to widen their knowledge of life in target language speaking countries.

  • Entry requirements: completion of Level 6 or equivalent
  • Level 7 module is offered in January 2024
  • Timetable for January 2024: Thursdays, 6-8pm
  • Method of delivery: Face-to-face at Penrhyn Road

Spanish Level 8

This module is for students who have achieved the equivalent of level B1 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages.

The emphasis is on achieving an advanced level of communication and accuracy in speaking, listening, reading and writing in both formal and informal registers. Communication skills which will be developed include discussion, interview techniques and presentation skills, reporting skills and writing a report.

  • Entry requirements: Completion of Level 7 or B1 equivalent
  • Level 8 will be offered in October 2024

Spanish Level 9

This module is for students who have completed KLS level 8 or achieved the equivalent of level B2.1 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages.

The module will consolidate and develop existing linguistic skills in speaking, reading, listening and writing. Students will increase their vocabulary, be able to use more complex structures and become more aware of register, and also consolidate and deepen their awareness of aspects of the foreign culture.

Students will gain confidence and ability in oral communication through guided discussion, and individual and group presentations. Students will be given writing tasks such as short essays, guided writing activities and grammar revision exercises. Some translation and summary work will also be undertaken, working from the target language source into English. Audio and written materials will be used to widen their knowledge of life in target language speaking countries.

  • Entry requirements: Completion of Level 8 or B2.1 equivalent
  • Level 9 is offered in January 2024
  • Timetable for January 2024 course: Tuesdays, 6-8pm
  • Method of delivery: Face-to-face at Penrhyn Road

NEW Conversation courses for academic year 2024-25

In the academic year 2024-25, we are offering two conversation courses where students can develop their conversational skills (pronunciation, vocabulary extension – food, music, culture, travel, cinema etc. – grammatical structures, accentuation and intonation. These courses will help you to communicate in Spanish in real-life situations with clarity and confidence.

Fees for the conversation courses are:

  • KU students £10.00
  • KU staff: £50.00
  • Members of the public: £110.00

Spanish Conversation & Culture Course – Post-Beginners (October 2024 start)

This course is aimed at people who

  • have a basic competence in the language (e.g. have completed KLS Spanish Level 3, A1 or equivalent)
  • want to increase their confidence in communicating in a supportive setting
  • wish to practise speaking and expand their vocabulary
  • are interested in finding out more about the culture of Spanish-speaking countries

Course structure: the course consists of 1-hour, weekly sessions for 10 weeks.

Timetable for October course: to be confirmed

Method of delivery: to be confirmed

Spanish Conversation & Culture Course – Intermediate (January 2025 start)

This course is aimed at people who:

  • have a good competence in the language
  • want to increase their confidence in communicating in a supportive setting
  • wish to practise speaking and expand their vocabulary
  • are interested in finding out more about the culture of the country

Course structure: the course consists of 1-hour, weekly sessions for 10 weeks

Timetable for January course: to be confirmed

Method of delivery: to be confirmed

Duration and fees

Duration

  • 10 weeks.

Term dates

Teaching Block 1 (semester 1):

  • Week commencing 9 October 2023 to week commencing 11 December 2023 (10 weeks).

Teaching Block 2 (semester 2):

  • Week commencing 22 January 2024 to week commencing 25 March 2024 (10 weeks).

Venue

  • Penrhyn Road campus, Kingston University and online via MS Teams.

Course fees

  • Kingston University students: Free. However, you will be required to pay £10 at the time of enrolment for the course book.
  • Members of the public: £225 per semester or £420 for two semesters. Course fees include digital textbook and teaching materials.
  • Kingston University alumni: £210 per semester or £400 for two semesters. Course fees include digital textbook and teaching materials.
  • Kingston University staff: £90 per semester (price includes digital course book).

Contact us

Short Course Administrator
Kingston University
Penrhyn Road
Kingston upon Thames
KT1 2EE

Tel: +44 (0)20 8417 7042
Tel: +44 (0)20 8417 7790
Email: presessionals@kingston.ac.uk

KLS Director:  Rosa Rodriguez-Garrido

Email: R.Rodriguez-Garrido@kingston.ac.uk