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BA Spanish and Portuguese

Queen's University Belfast

Institution
Queen's University Belfast
Level
undergraduate
Subject
Spanish and Portuguese
Duration
4 years
UCAS code
RR45
Typical offer
IB 33

Entry requirements

A level: Post A-level Spanish ABB including A-level Spanish. Note: for applicants who have not studied A-level Spanish then AS-level Spanish grade B would be acceptable in lieu of A-level Spanish. IB: 33 points overall, including 6(Spanish),5,5 at Higher Level

About this course

BA in Spanish, Portuguese and Latin American Studies, integrating the study of two major world languages across four years. Core topics include Research Methods, Communication & Writing, Critical & Analytical Thinking, and Language & Translation. Students undertake an integrated residence abroad period, completing a work, volunteer or study placement as part of the curriculum.

Modules

  • Spanish 1
  • Spanish for Beginners
  • Portuguese 1
  • Introduction to Iberian Studies
  • Introduction to Lusophone Studies
  • Spanish 2
  • Portuguese 2
  • Representations of Lusophone Africa in Postcolonial Cinema
  • Re-imagining Spain in the nineteenth century
  • Protecting Paradise
  • Working and Studying Abroad
  • International Placement: Languages Year Abroad
  • Spanish 3
  • Portuguese 3
  • Brazilian digital culture: Trends and topics
  • 2666 by Roberto Bolaño
  • Well-versed in Spanish