Course - Culture and history in the Spanish-speaking countries in the 20th and 21st centuries - SPA2501
Culture and history in the Spanish-speaking countries in the 20th and 21st centuries
About
About the course
Course content
The course explores history and society in the Spanish-speaking world. A specific theme will be chosen for each semester.
Learning outcome
KNOWLEDGE
The candidate:
- has advanced knowledge about a specific topic within the area of Spanish-speaking culture, history and society.
- has knowledge of the subject area's history, traditions, distinctive character and place in society
SKILLS
The candidate:
- can communicate the acquired knowledge in Spanish, both in written assignments, in conversations and oral presentations
- can make use of expert knowledge in future jobs and further studies
- has obtained enough knowledge in the chosen topic to communicate with specialists in this academic field
- can apply knowledge to new areas within the academic field and stay informed
GENERAL COMPETENCE
The candidate:
- is expected to have gained insight into source criticism
- is expected to be able to present an analytical reasoning
- is expected to be able to present and discuss problems, views and solutions, both orally and in writing
- is expected to be able to participate in a dialog on a general level with people from different academic backgrounds
Learning methods and activities
Lectures and seminars. The course demands a high degree of student activity, both through preparations at home and oral participation in lectures and seminars.
Minimum 75% attendance required for lectures and seminars. Absence above 25% requires an application at the beginning of the semester.
Approved obligatory assignment is only valid in the semester in which the approval is given.
Compulsory assignments
- 2 written assignments
- 1 oral assignment
- 75% attendance in all teaching activities
Further on evaluation
Assessment:
- Term paper, 2500-3000 words
- Oral examination, approximately 20 minutes
Each of the exams are graded separately. The term paper counts as 2/3 and the oral examination counts as 1/3 of the final grade.
Only the final grade will be listed on official diplomas and transcripts of records from NTNU. Both the term paper and the oral examination must receive the grade E or better in order for the student to receive a passing grade. If a student fails one or both parts of the exam, they must retake both parts of the exam. If a student resits a passed exam, they must retake both parts of the exam.
The exam must be answered in Spanish.
It is not possible for students who have passed the exam in SPA2501 to retake the exam in a semester where this course is not taught. Students who did not pass the exam, or who did not complete the exam due to illness may submit the exam in a semester where this course is not taught; however, they will not receive any supervision.
Recommended previous knowledge
Completed one-year programme in Spanish or equivalent.
Course materials
The reading list will be announced at the beginning of the semester.
Credit reductions
| Course code | Reduction | From |
|---|---|---|
| SPA2401 | 7.5 sp | Autumn 2019 |
Subject areas
- Spanish
- Language and Literature
- Language Studies
Contact information
Course coordinator
Department with academic responsibility
Examination
Examination
Ordinary examination - Autumn 2025
Term paper
Submission 2025-11-26 Time Release 09:00
Submission 12:00 Exam system Inspera Assessment