Our language programmes aim to improve the full range of communicative competences. Equal emphasis is given to the development of written, oral, aural and reading skills. Written exercises may involve summary and essay practice in Spanish, translation and grammar work. Other exercises are designed to improve reading and listening skills. On the oral side, role-plays, debates, short presentations and discussion with Foreign Language Assistants form the basis of your work.
Language learning provides the perfect context for developing interpersonal skills.
Techniques for achieving this are built into all language programmes. By working in small groups, by frequently exchanging and conveying ideas to others, by learning to work at speed, your confidence in yourself will grow and your ability to communicate effectively will be enhanced. Syllabus The GLP and BLP syllabuses comprise a programme of language study on a variety of topics relating to Spain and Latin America. In the final year, work is based on a series of case studies which demand a high level of student participation. Maximum use of the foreign language is encouraged.