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Overview

In this subject, you will examine key literary texts from the Hispanic world. Students will be introduced to literary analysis as a tool to delve into crucial aspects that have shaped Hispanic societies. Through the study of literature, you will also improve their general command of the Spanish language and … For more content click the Read more button below.

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Office of the Provost

School

Humanities and Social Sciences

Subject coordinator

Jose Luis Fernandez Castillo

Subject type

Undergraduate

Year level

Year Level 4 - UG/Hons/1st Yr PG

AQF level

Level 8 – Bachelor Degree Honours

Available as elective

Yes

Available to study abroad / exchange students

Yes

Capstone subject

Yes

Academic progress review - Schedule A subject

No

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Career ready

Work based learning (placement):No

Graduate capabilities

COMMUNICATION - Communicating and Influencing
COMMUNICATION - Cultural Intelligence and Global Perspective
COMMUNICATION - Digital Capability
DISCIPLINE KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS
INQUIRY AND ANALYSIS - Creativity and Innovation
INQUIRY AND ANALYSIS - Critical Thinking and Problem Solving
INQUIRY AND ANALYSIS - Research and Evidence-Based Inquiry
PERSONAL AND PROFESSIONAL - Adaptability and Self-Management
PERSONAL AND PROFESSIONAL - Ethical and Social Responsibility
PERSONAL AND PROFESSIONAL - Leadership and Teamwork

Subject intended learning outcomes

On successful completion you will be able to:
1.
Express yourself fluently and spontaneously without much searching for expressions. You will be able to use language flexibly and effectively for almost all social and professional purposes.
2.
Effectively scan texts in Spanish for relevant information, and grasp the main topic of texts. You will be able to read with ease virtually all forms of written Spanish, including abstract, structurally or linguistically complex texts.
3.
Write well-organised, coherent texts in Spanish. You will demonstrate a knowledge of the style and content appropriate to different written tasks and will be able to present supported arguments. You will be able to produce proof-read texts with minimal errors and adhere to relevant conventions.
4.
Demonstrate awareness of cultural issues in the Hispanic world.

Learning activities

Oral presentations, group discussions, reading activities, written work, research product.

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Assumed knowledge

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Requisites

Prerequisite