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Course Summary: December 8, 2020
Spanish, Portuguese and Latin
American Studies
BA Honours
UCAS code: RT47
Full time
4 years
Next start date: September 2021
Explore and study the languages, histories and societies of Spain, Portugal and
Latin America and immerse yourself in these vibrant cultures.
Fees (per year)
Home: £9250
International: £18600
Entry requirements
A Level: ABB-BBB
IB: 32 points
Page 1 of 11UCAS Institution name and code:
NEWC / N21
Course overview
This four-year Spanish, Portuguese and Latin American Studies degree focuses
on developing your language skills in Spanish and Portuguese. You're
encouraged to explore the rich linguistic, social and cultural diversity of the
Iberian Peninsula, Latin America and the Spanish Caribbean.
You will study a range of research-informed modules, which include: social
customs, art, music and the survival of indigenous people. You'll also have the
opportunity to study Catalan and Italian.
You will achieve a high level of Spanish, both written and spoken, and your
Portuguese will be built from a beginners' level.
You'll become a confident multilinguist, ready to embark on your career journey
as a global citizen.
COVID-19
Please rest assured we make all reasonable efforts to provide you with the
courses, services and facilities described. However, it may be necessary to make
changes due to significant disruption, for example in response to COVID-19.
See our terms and conditions for more information
View our Frequently Asked Questions
Quality and ranking
6th in the UK – The Complete University Guide 2021 (Iberian Languages
category)
Page 2 of 11top 10 in the UK in The Times/Sunday Times Good University Guide 2020
(Iberian Languages category)
ranked 5th in the UK with a 95% overall student satisfaction score (Iberian
Studies category) – The National Student Survey 2019
Modules and learning
Modules
The information below is intended to provide an example of what you will study.
Most degrees are divided into stages. Each stage lasts for one academic year,
and you'll complete modules totalling 120 credits by the end of each stage.
Our teaching is informed by research. Course content may change periodically
to reflect developments in the discipline, the requirements of external bodies
and partners, and student feedback.
Optional module availability
Student demand for optional modules may affect availability.
Full details of the modules on offer will be published through the
Programme Regulations and Specifications ahead of each academic year.
This usually happens in May.
To find out more please see our terms and conditions.
You will build on your current language skills, studying Spanish and Portuguese.
You also have opportunities to study a range of optional modules, giving you the
chance to explore the culture of Latin America, Portugal and Spain.
Page 3 of 11Modules
Compulsory Modules Credits
Level A (HE Entry Level) Portuguese I 20
Level A (HE Entry Level) Portuguese II 20
Level B (HE Intermediate) Spanish 20
Optional Modules Credits
An Introduction to Latin America 20
Introduction to Literature 20
Introduction to Linguistics 20
Introduction to International Film 20
Introduction to Cultural Studies 20
Introduction to History, Culture and
20
Society of the Iberian Peninsula
You continue to build on your language skills, advancing your level of both
Spanish and Portuguese.
Your optional modules dig deeper into the history of the countries you're
studying, as well as having the opportunity to study Catalan and Italian.
Modules
Compulsory Modules Credits
Level B (HE Intermediate) Portuguese 20
Level C (HE Advanced) Spanish 20
Optional Modules Credits
Diversidad Cultural en America Latina 20
Page 4 of 11Comparative History of Hispano-
America and Brazil: from
20
Independence to the Mexican
Revolution (1789/1810-1917)
Envisioning Identities in Latin American
20
Film
Cultures and Societies of the
20
Portuguese-Speaking World
World Spanish 20
Introduction to Catalan 20
Representaciones de Revolución,
Dictadura y Democracia en España y 20
América Latina
You will spend Stage 3 working or studying abroad. This year abroad exposes
you to the life and cultures of the countries you're studying, further developing
your language skills.
Modules
Compulsory Modules Credits
Year Abroad ePortfolio (YAeP) 100
In Stage 4, you will continue with advanced study of Spanish.
You'll also have a wide range of cultural and language modules to choose from,
exploring the culture and politics of Colombia, popular culture in Latin America
and further Catalan study.
Modules
Compulsory Modules Credits
Level C (HE Advanced) Portuguese 20
Page 5 of 11Level D (HE Further Advanced)
10
Spanish: Advanced Writing Skills
Optional Modules Credits
Diversidad Cultural en America Latina 20
Comparative History of Hispano-
America and Brazil: from
20
Independence to the Mexican
Revolution (1789/1810-1917)
Envisioning Identities in Latin American
20
Film
Inter-American Relations from the
Spanish-American War (1898) to the 20
end of the Cold War (1989/1991)
Multilingualism and Society in Latin
20
America
Caribbean Imaginaries: Image, Text,
20
Music
Identidades & Mobilidade no Cinema e
na Literatura Luso-Afro-Brasileira 20
Contemporanea
Dissertation 20
World Spanish 20
Representaciones de Revolución,
Dictadura y Democracia en España y 20
América Latina
Intermediate Catalan 20
Cultura Popular en Latinoamérica y
20
España
Spectres of the Past: Memory in
20
Contemporary Spanish Culture
Spanish and Romance Word analysis 20
Page 6 of 11Youth Cultures in Spain, Portugal &
20
Latin America
Level D (HE Further Advanced)
Spanish: Language for Professional & 10
Academic Purposes
Level D (HE Further Advanced)
10
Spanish: Translation & Interpreting
Teaching and assessment
Teaching methods
The majority of language modules are taught by native speakers. You also work
in language laboratories and undertake self-study in our award-winning
Language Resource Centre.
Assessment methods
You'll be assessed through a combination of:
Assessments
Assignments – written or fieldwork
Coursework
Dissertation or research project
Dossier
Essays
Examinations – practical or online
Group work
Portfolio submission
Practical sessions
Presentations
Reports
Page 7 of 11Skills and experience
Research skills
You have the option of writing a dissertation in your final year, which allows you
to explore and discuss a topic of interest in great detail, while developing your
research skills.
Opportunities
Year abroad
This Modern Languages degree includes a compulsory year abroad.
Students studying a European language can:
study at one of our partner universities
undertake a work or voluntary placement
a combination of both (ensuring they do not overlap)
You usually divide the year between the countries relating to your chosen
languages, although it may be possible to spend the entire year in one country.
Support for year abroad
You will receive lots of help to prepare for your year abroad, including:
briefings covering practicalities like insurance, visas and student safety
support in finding a work placement
a Tandem Learning Scheme, to practise conversation in your foreign
language and make in-country contacts, before you travel
a training course for language assistants
There are also events in your second year where you can meet students who
have already done their year abroad, Erasmus students from our partner
Page 8 of 11universities in Europe, and exchange students from universities in Latin America.
You'll be in contact with our Year Abroad team during your time abroad, and
communicate with your personal tutor. You'll also write blog posts, reflecting on
your linguistic, personal and professional development.
Facilities and environment
Facilities
As a Modern Languages student, you'll be based at our city-centre campus, in
the School of Modern Languages. We've been teaching modern languages in
Newcastle for more than 100 years.
You will have access to language laboratories and the award-winning Language
Resource Centre, with self-study resources for over 50 languages. You'll also
have access to:
specialist language learning software
dictionaries
films
live foreign-language TV channels
Support
You'll have the support of an academic member of staff as a personal tutor
throughout your degree to help with academic and personal issues.
Peer mentors will help you in your first year. They are fellow students who can
help you settle in and answer any questions you have when starting university.
Your future
Ability in languages is highly regarded by employers across all sectors, including
industry and business. Employers value the linguistic skills and cultural
Page 9 of 11awareness of graduates.
With ever more European and international connections, language skills are
important and give you a real advantage in applying for a wide range of graduate
jobs.
For some graduates teaching is a popular career choice, undertaking primary
and secondary Postgraduate Certificate of Education (PGCE) or teaching English
abroad. Others go into jobs where their language skills are desirable, such as the
media, sales, e-commerce, and areas of finance.
Make a difference
Careers support
Our award-winning Careers Service is one of the largest and best in the country,
and we have strong links with employers. We provide an extensive range of
opportunities to all students through our ncl+ initiative.
Visit our Careers Service website
Page 10 of 11Find out more...
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