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MLT223   Spanish Placement Preparation   (10 credits)

 
Year Running: 2017/2018
Credit level: Based on the level of the student
Additional Information   Available only to non-specialist students of languages in the semester prior to a placement abroad. 

Description

The aim of this unit is to provide linguistic, cultural and practical preparation to students about to undertake an extended work placement or study exchange abroad. Students will research their destination (region, institution, etc.) and learn how to carry out a broad range of practical and study-related tasks using the language, including securing a residence or work permit, travelling throughout the country, arranging accommodation, registering for a course of study, opening a bank account, registering with and consulting a doctor, translating forms and other documents, taking lecture and seminar notes, writing letters, reports and/or essays, etc.

 

Reading List


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Teaching Methods

Delivery Type Hours
Independent 89.0
Seminar 11.0
 

Methods of assessment

Assessment Type Duration % of formal assessment Semester
Other 0.0 100 % S2
 

Teaching methods and assessment displayed on this page are indicative for 2017-18.