Spanish
Introduction
Chocolate, salsa, tango, merengue, tequila, tacos, tomates! Well, that vocabulary goes to show you that you already know some Spanish. As you can see Spanish is not that difficult. In fact, if you can say cho-co-late you're already on your way not only to learning Spanish but also to enjoying it.
Why Study Spanish at UNE?
Spanish is the second most widely spoken language in the world (after Chinese and before English) according to Ethnologue: Languages of the World (2009, ed. Paul Lewis, 16th edn.,Dallas, Tex.: SIL International). At least 329 million people speak Spanish as their first language and many more speak it as a second language. Native speakers of Spanish can be found across five continents and more than twenty countries. This diversity, both in human and geographical terms, offers Spanish graduates a wealth of opportunities for their professional future.
- Spanish is the official language in 21 countries, and is widely spoken in the US, where it is the first language of 10.7% of the population.
- Spanish is the language of one of the world's fastest growing economic regions - Latin America - and is in increasing demand for business.
- Spanish is the third most widely used language on the internet.
- Spanish is the official language of two of Australia's APEC partners (Chile and Mexico), and is spoken by about 20% of people in a third (Philippines).
- Spanish is one of the six official languages of the United Nations (UN).
- Spanish is an official language of the European Union (EU).
- Spanish is in demand in Australia - it is the eighth largest community language here.
At the University of New England we offer Spanish studies at all levels, from elementary to advanced, both internally and externally. Our first trimester beginners’ unit, Spanish101, which is followed in second trimester by Spanish102, assumes no prior knowledge of Spanish. More advanced units cover a variety of subjects, including 20th century Latin American Literature, Latin American music and history, and the role of the translator.
Spanish is taught at UNE through Massey University in New Zealand. Massey University’s forward-thinking spirit, research-led teaching, and cutting-edge discoveries make it New Zealand’s defining university. The University is internationally recognised for its excellence in teaching and research and regarded as an innovative and progressive institution, with a well-established expertise in online teaching. A strong international reputation for excellence and innovation means Massey University boasts high-level collaborations with tertiary institutions around the world.
Courses
Bachelor’s courses in which you can major in Spanish
Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Business
Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Laws
Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science
You can also study Spanish as an elective in almost any Bachelor’s course offered at UNE; check the course rules to see how many electives you are permitted to include.
Undergraduate Diplomas in which you can study Spanish
Units
SPAN101 Introductory Spanish Language I
SPAN102 Introductory Spanish II
SPAN201 Intermediate Spanish Language I
SPAN202 Intermediate Spanish II
SPAN204 Hispanic Culture and Heritage
SPAN301 Advanced Spanish Language
SPAN303 Travellers’ Tales: The Invention of Latin America
SPAN304 Theory and Practice of Translation
SPAN305 Latin American Voices
SPAN306 Latin American Rhythms and Politics: From Tango to Rock
Careers
Students of Spanish can have advantages in finding work in such different areas as teaching, business, foreign trade, government departments, the professions and the arts.
Partnerships, Networks & Industry Links
Massey University http://www.massey.ac.nz/
Contacts
Joy Kirby
Senior Administrative Assistant
phone: (02) 6773 2494 International +61 2 6773 2494
email: jkirby2@une.edu.au
Dr Astrid Gesche
Languages Coordinator
phone: (02) 6773 3068 International +61 2 6773 3068
email: agesche@une.edu.au
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