Conversation I (SPÆ102G)

The emphasis of this course relies on practicing the following skills: oral interaction and oral production. The acquisition of vocabulary, the practice of grammatical structures and the presentation of socio-cultural contents are also part of the course. News, short films, literature and other cultural expressions of the target language and culture are used as teaching material.

Spanish Grammar I (SPÆ105G)

A survey course in Spanish grammar at A2 level (CEFR/MCER. See: https://europa.eu/europass/is/common-european-framework-reference). Special emphasis will be put on the use of verbal tenses, determiners, pronouns and connectors. The course includes theoretical explanations of main grammar concepts as well as actual practice.

Spanish Culture, Civilization and History (SPÆ107G)

The aim of this course is to give students a good overview of historical, social and political background of contemporary Spanish society. In the process of doing this we will examine patterns of Spanish culture, political and social institutions, etc.

The student is adviced to take the course MOM101G (also taught in English) coinciding with this course.

Composition I (SPÆ110G)

Students receive training in the structuring and writing of both short and long texts in Spanish. They receive training in the use of dictionaries and guidance in spelling in Spanish. Rules that apply to citations and the use of sources will also be addressed. Students work with different types of text, listening and retelling, and visual material.

Self-Directed Study in Spanish I (online) (SPÆ003G)

Self-directed study in Spanish I is intended for those learners who have reached at least the A2 level of French or a higher level according to the CEFR. 

Learners are partly in charge of the main aspects of the learning process such as objectives, strategies and selection of resources. Learners work closely with the instructor through interviews to set up an individualized instructional plan and to assess their progress. They participate in weekly workshops to practice oral and written production. The assessment covers all four language skills: reading comprehension, oral comprehension, writing and oral production.

Composition II (SPÆ201G)

The aim of this course is to train students to write correct Spanish. There will be a particular emphasis put on orthography, punctuation and accentuation.

The classes are both lectures and exercise sessions.

Spanish Grammar II (SPÆ204G)

This course is a continuation of Spanish Grammar I. New topics: subjunctive and imperative moods and subordinate clauses

Latin American Culture, Civilization and History (SPÆ205G)

The aim of this course is to give students a good overview of historical, social and political background of contemporary Latin American societies. In the process of doing this we will examine patterns of culture, political and social institutions, ethnic groups and minorities, etc.

Conversation II (SPÆ267G)

The main goal of this course is to practice oral skills (production and interaction). Acquisition of vocabulary, practice of speech connectors and socio-cultural aspects are also part of the course.

News, short films, literature and other cultural expressions of the target language and culture are used as teaching material. The course includes a project and online collaboration project with the University of Barcelona where the Icelandic students will have the chance to  practice the language with other Spanish speakers  through different tasks using digital applications.

Self-Directed Study in Spanish II (SPÆ004G)

Self-directed study in Spanish II is intended for those learners who have reached at least the A2 level of French or a higher level according to the CEFR. Learners are partly in charge of the main aspects of the learning process such as objectives, strategies and selection of resources. This course is a continuation of Self-directed studies in French I for those who have completed Self-directed studies in French I, but it is also open to new learners. Learners work closely with the instructor through interviews to set up an individualized instructional plan and to assess their progress. They participate in weekly workshops to practice oral and written production. The assessment covers all four language skills: reading comprehension, oral comprehension, writing and oral production.

Spanish for Tourism and Business (SPÆ104G)

En este curso los alumnos aprenden a organizar viajes a distintos países (por ejemplo, Islandia, España, Perú, México, etc) y de diversa índole (excursiones, viajes de trabajo, de ocio, etc.). Aprenden asimismo sobre la recepción de turistas en estos países. También se tratan varios temas relacionados con el mundo de los negocios. Se pondrá especial énfasis en el léxico del turismo y de los negocios.