Course content

The course gives a further introduction to Spanish grammar with emphasis on theoretical issues as well as practical use of the language.

Learning outcome

The students should be able to explain central grammatical notions in Spanish linguistics. They should be familiar with central differences between Spanish and Norwegian grammar, as well as some of the differences between varieties of Spanish. Furthermore, the students should be able to analyse linguistic aspects of various texts. They should develop their communicative competence in written and spoken Spanish, including competence in phonetics, phonology, syntax and pragmatics.

Learning methods and activities

Lectures and group sessions. The students will work with conversation exercises in pairs and in groups. A good progression depends on the students' degree of participation in lectures and group sessions.
Assessment: The grade given on the written exam may be adjusted after the oral exam. Failing one part of the exam entails failing the whole course. Students must sit both parts of the exam to improve their grade.

Compulsory assignments

• 4 written assignments, each 1 page

Specific conditions

Recommended previous knowledge

SPA1002 or equivalent

Required previous knowledge

Requires admission to the one-year programme in Spanish or the bachelor's programme in European Studies and Foreign Languages (Spanish).

Course materials

The reading list will be announced at the beginning of the semester.

Credit reductions