Applied Language Centre - Spanish for General Purposes 1
This module is for students who have no previous knowledge of Spanish and offers an introduction to Spanish language and culture.
Duration
Autumn Trimester - September to December
Spring Trimester - January to May
MODE OF DELIVERY: Face-to-Face
Eligibility
Learning Requirements:
No prior knowledge
Learning Exclusions:
Students with Junior Certificate, Leaving Certificate, or any prior knowledge in this language are not eligible for this module
Module Requisites and Incompatibles
Incompatibles:
SPAN10010 - Spanish Language I a, SPAN10020 - Span Language I a (Beginners), SPAN10050 - Spanish Language I b, SPAN10060 - Span Language I b (Beginners), SPAN10090 - Comunicacion Oral, SPAN10140 - Intensive ab initio Spanish Ia, SPAN10150 - Intensive ab initio Spanish Ib, SPAN20060 - Spanish Language II b, SPAN20080 - Spanish Language II a, SPAN20100 - Commercial Spanish for B.Comm, SPAN20230 - Spanish ex ab-initio IIa, SPAN30010 - Spanish Language III a, SPAN30020 - Spanish Language III b
Careers / Further progression
Open Learning means you can fit university around your life. Whether you're looking to progress your career, or you've just finished school and wondering if university is for you, Open Learning fits around your schedule and gives you all the benefits of being a full-time student, without the full-time commitment.
Open Learning allows you to select the modules you wish to study, set the pace of your study, and whether you undertake the module assessment. It also can lead to undergraduate degree entry in UCD if you are taking the Certificate in Open Learning (30 credits) or if you are a Mature Student you can take one module (5 credits) in lieu of the MSAP exam.
There are 14 Progression Pathways to choose from Students who earn 30 credits (6 x 5 credit modules) receive a NFQ Level 7 Certificate in Open Learning. This can be used to apply through the CAO for dedicated places on 14 different UCD degree programmes depending on Grade Point Average (GPA) and modules completed.
Further information
TRIMESTER: Autumn and Spring (separate)
To get started, you need to first complete and submit an online pre-registration form. Applications will reopen again on 8 August 2023.
The aim is to enable students to develop competence in a range of everyday tasks in Spanish The module will focus on oral communication and on acquiring essential listening and speaking abilities. Students will also develop and practice basic reading and writing techniques. The stimulus material (oral, aural and written) will provide an introduction to Spanish grammar and syntax and will contribute to giving the students an insight into aspects of Spanish life and culture. This module will be delivered via small group teaching with classes having a maximum of 18 students. Students will also have access to extra resources and materials via the Virtual Learning Environment, Brightspace.
Please note that the Applied Language Centre’s modules can only be taken for credit (i.e. with assessment) and not for audit.
We have a dedicated team who supports the Open Learning programme:
Jenny Doyle, Centre Operations Manager - jennifer.doyle@ucd.ie
Lucy and Ciarán are members of our Operations Team and they can also help you with your queries. Get in touch with us by emailing all@ucd.ie