Do you want to broaden your horizons professionally, intellectually and culturally? Spanish is one of the most widely spoken languages in the world. Imagine being able to communicate and connect with people in over 20 countries.
Through our BA in Hispanic Studies you can immerse yourself in Spanish and Spanish American history and culture through music, literature, film and theatre.
- If your Spanish is at A-level, you will also study Portuguese, the gateway to Portugal, Brazil and Lusophone Africa. You can carry on Portuguese to your final year or stop after the second year
- If you start as a beginner in Spanish or with a GCSE, you can graduate with the same level of fluency as post- A level students
Live the life and culture of Spain and Spanish America (and Portugal and Brazil if you continue with Portuguese) in year three. This exciting experience develops your communication skills, builds your confidence and helps you stand out to future employers. You can teach English in a school or work anywhere in these countries. Or you can study at one of our partner universities.
**Other ways to study Spanish/Hispanic Studies**:
This course is also available with a Foundation Year. You may combine Spanish/Hispanic Studies with another language (French, German, Portuguese or Russian ) on Modern Languages, or study it in joint honours with Contemporary Chinese Studies. Spanish is an option in Modern Language Studies, Modern Languages with Business, Modern Languages with Translation and Modern European Studies. You may also combine Spanish/Hispanic Studies with subjects outside languages, in joint honours with American Studies, English, International Media and Communications Studies or History, alongside multiple disciplines in our BA Liberal Arts, or in Economics with Hispanic Studies and Law with Spanish and Spanish Law.
Course Details - Modules
In year one, you take Spanish language at beginners' or post-A level. Post-A level students also take beginners' Portuguese.
Your non-language modules (you choose four) introduce you to the literatures, cultures, history and societies of the Spanish-speaking and Portuguese-speaking worlds. These modules are taught in English and give you an overview Hispanic Studies.
In year two, your language classes in Spanish (and Portuguese for post-A level students) are dedicated to giving you the fluency and confidence for work or study during the year abroad. Students who started the course as beginners in Spanish take a module in beginners' Portuguese. Your non-language modules deepen your awareness of Hispanic and Lusophone cultures and societies.
Your third academic year is spent in Spain and/or Spanish America either studying at a university, working as a language teaching assistant or doing a work placement
Post-A level students who intend to carry on with Portuguese in their final year can also spend time during their year abroad in Portugal and/or Brazil.
Your final year is back at Nottingham where you will further develop the language skills you acquired on the Year Abroad. Students who started the degree as beginners in Spanish take the same language modules as those who studied the language post-A level, reaching the same degree level. In addition, you can take specialist modules based on the research we are currently doing. These modules are taught in small groups in English.
Placement and volunteering opportunities are available in the School of Cultures, Languages and Area Studies, as well as via the Nottingham Advantage Award.
Course Details – Assessment Method
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How to Apply
26 January This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application Codes
Course code:
R410
Institution code:
N84
Campus Name:
University Park Campus
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Points of Entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
Year 1
Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry (Year 2 and Beyond)
Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry are not listed for this Course.
International applicants
Standard Qualification Requirements
Including Spanish if taking post A Level. No language qualification is required for beginners pathway.
This qualification is only acceptable when combined with Sottish Advanced Highers at grades AB including Spanish for post A Level pathway. No language qualification required for beginners pathway.
Pass with 60 credits overall; 45 at level 3. Of the level 3 credits, at least 21 should be graded Merit. A Level Spanish grade B (or UoN accepted equivalent) also required for post A Level study but no language required for beginners pathway.
Including Spanish if taking post A Level pathway. No language qualification required for beginners pathway. This qualification is only acceptable when combined with Scottish Higher grades ABBBB.
This qualification is considered alongside other UoN accepted qualifications such as A Levels including Spanish if taking post A Level pathway. No language qualification is required for beginners pathway.
If you have already achieved your EPQ at Grade A you will automatically be offered one grade lower in a non-mandatory A level subject.
If you are still studying for your EPQ you will receive the standard course offer, with a condition of one grade lower in a non-mandatory A level subject if you achieve an A grade in your EPQ.
Including Spanish 5 points at Higher Level or 6 points at Standard Level (B Programme). No language qualification is required for beginners pathway.
This qualification is considered alongside other UoN accepted qualifications such as A Levels including Spanish if taking post A Level pathway. No language qualification is required for beginners pathway.
This qualification is considered alongside other UoN accepted qualifications such as A Levels including Spanish if taking post A Level pathway. No language qualification is required for beginners pathway.
This qualification is considered alongside other UoN accepted qualifications such as A Levels including Spanish if taking post A Level pathway. No language qualification is required for beginners pathway.
This qualification is considered alongside other UoN accepted qualifications such as A Levels including Spanish if taking post A Level pathway. No language qualification is required for beginners pathway.
Including Spanish if taking post A Level pathway. No language qualification required for beginners pathway.
European Baccalaureate - 75% overall including at least 8.0 in Spanish if taking post A Level pathway. No language qualification required for beginners pathway.
GCSE requirements – English grade C (numeric grade 4)
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Minimum Qualification Requirements
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English language requirements
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Unistats information
Student satisfaction :
55%
Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs):
90%
Go onto work and study:
100%
Fees and funding
Republic of Ireland
9250.0
Year 1
EU
20000.0
Year 1
England
9250.0
Year 1
Northern Ireland
9250.0
Year 1
Scotland
9250.0
Year 1
Wales
9250.0
Year 1
Channel Islands
9250.0
Year 1
International
20000.0
Year 1
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Provider information
University Park
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Nottingham
NG7 2RD
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