Catalan

Why study Catalan?

Catalan is a Romance language spoken in Northern Spain, Southern France, Andorra, the Balearic Islands, and in the city of Alguer (Alghero) on Sardinia. Browse our Catalan modules below and find the right level for you.

Languages for All

Our Catalan modules are open to all students (for credits or not), members of staff, and members of the public.

Available on an academic year or semester basis, they aim to develop language competence and cultural knowledge for professional and recreational purposes through small group weekly classes and guided independent learning.

Levels

If you are unsure about your level, let us know when applying and we will invite you for a short interview to understand your previous experience and current needs.

Beginner

Choose this level if you are a complete beginner, have learnt some vocabulary with Duolingo, or studied the language during secondary school (pre-GCSE) but have not engaged with the language since then.

• Academic year: LAS188 Catalan Beginner (20 credits)
• Autumn: LAS196 Catalan Beginner 1 (10 credits)
• Spring: LAS159 Catalan Beginner 2 (10 credits)

Intermediate

Choose this level if you have successfully completed Beginner, have a GCSE grades 7-9, an equivalent qualification, or can demonstrate equivalent competence.

• Academic year: LAS2168 Catalan Intermediate (20 credits)
• Autumn: LAS278 Catalan Intermediate 1 (10 credits)
• Spring: LAS2134 Catalan Intermediate 2 (10 credits)

Proficient

Choose this level if you have successfully completed Intermediate or can demonstrate equivalent competence.

• Academic year: LAS3123 Catalan Proficient (20 credits)
• Autumn: LAS3106 Catalan Proficient 1 (10 credits)
• Spring: LAS3107 Catalan Proficient 2 (10 credits)

Apply now

Once you have decided on the appropriate level for you, apply using the link below. If the applications are not currently open, you will be directed to register your interest instead.

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Degrees with Catalan

Undergraduate students who study Catalan as part of their BA in Modern Languages and Cultures degree with the School of Languages, Arts and Societies will take the following modules.

They are intended to build your proficiency in Catalan over the years, taking into account any previous experience of the language you may have, whilst supporting your study of Catalan culture in other modules. 

• Year 1: LAS188 Catalan Beginner
• Year 2: LAS2168 Catalan Intermediate
• Year 4: LAS3123 Catalan Proficient

Dual degrees in Modern Languages and Cultures

Certificates in Catalan language from the Institut Ramon Llull 

Students of the University of Sheffield and members of the public can take examinations at the MLTC leading to the award of official certificates in Catalan language delivered by the Institut Ramon Llull (IRL).

The certificates, aligned on the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages and recognized internationally, are a useful means of demonstrating one’s linguistic competence in Catalan, both spoken and written.

Examination sessions are held in May-June, usually on a Saturday, and available in up to 5 levels depending on demand. For more information on these examinations, including how to register, please visit the IRL website. You can also contact the MLTC at lfa@sheffield.ac.uk for additional support.

Although MLTC Catalan courses include a preparation for this certification scheme, please note that registration to the exams is independent from registration on an MLTC course and incurs a fee payable directly to IRL.

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