Courses: SPLA207 Advanced Studies in Latin American Varieties of Spanish Grammar - Autumn 2024
ECTS Credits
10
Level of Study
Bachelor
Full-time/Part-time
Not relevant
Language of Instruction
spansih
Teaching semester
Spring
Place of Instruction
Bergen
Objectives and Content
SPLA207 is an advanced course in Spanish phonetics and grammar with a focus on Spanish in Latin America.
Learning Outcomes
Knowledge:
The student
- has solid knowledge of Latin American language varieties of the Spanish language
Skills:
The student
- can use grammatical terminology and academic reflection in the analysis of practical and theoretical issues in Latin American language
- has further developed their language competence, especially with regard to discussing Latin American language varieties of the Spanish language
General Competence:
The student
- can analyze subject matter and draw own conclusions
- can further develop knowledge, skills and understanding through further study and working life
- has the ability to continue with a Master's program in Spanish language and Latin American studies (after also having completed other required or elective courses).
Required Previous Knowledge
No formal requirements, but all teaching is in Spanish and is based on knowledge of Spanish corresponding to the courses at the 100-level in Spanish language and Latin American studies.
Recommended Previous Knowledge
SPLA207 is based on knowledge of Spanish corresponding to the courses at the 100-level in Spanish language and Latin American studies. The teaching builds on SPLA107 and SPLA117.
Credit Reduction due to Course Overlap
SPLA257 (10 credits), SPLA201/251 (10 credits), SLAN640 (5 stp)
Access to the Course
The course is open to all with admission to the University of Bergen.
Teaching and learning methods
The classes are a combination of lecture and seminar, and are held for two sessions a week for eight weeks. Instruction is shared with SPLA257.
If fewer than five students register for a course, instruction will be tailored to the number of students.
Compulsory Assignments and Attendance
Students must attend at least 70% of the classes in order to be allowed to take the final course assessment.
The mandatory course assignments are valid for one semester after the semester the course was taken.
Forms of Assessment
In the course, the following forms of assessment will be used:
The course assessment is two-part, and consists of a graded written assignment (without supervision/guidance by the instructor) which counts as 40% of the final grade, and a final written exam which counts as 60% of the final grade.
The deadline for turning in the written assignment will be set early in the semester. The students can choose from a selection of topics set by the course instructor, and the assignment should be 1250 words.
The course also has a final four-hour written exam in Spanish.
Failing one of the parts of the exam means a failing grade in SPLA207. Both parts of the exam must be passed in the same semester.
Examination Support Material
Students may use monolingual and bilingual (for example Norwegian-Spanish/Spanish-Norwegian) dictionaries approved by the Department during the exam. The students must bring their own dictionary to the exam and be aware of and follow the rules regarding dictionary use on exams.
Grading Scale
Det vert nytta gradert karakterskala frå A til F, der F er stryk.
Assessment Semester
Spring. There will also be given an assessment early in the fall semester for students with valid compulsory course work.
Reading List
The required course reading is primarily a grammar reference book.
The syllabus will be available by December 1 for the spring semester.
Course Evaluation
The teaching will be evaluated according to the quality assurance system of the University of Bergen.
Programme Committee
The program committee is responsible for the academic content and the structure of the program, as well as for the quality of the study program and related courses.
Course Coordinator
Course Administrator
The Department of Foreign Languages at the Humanities Faculty is responsible for the administration of this course and study program.
Contact Information
Student advisors can be contacted here:
Studierettleiar@if.uib.no