Spanish

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Overview

Level(s): A1-B1+/B2-
Course load: 4 SWS, from B1 2 SWS
Credit points: 4 ECTS, from B1 2 ECTS
Final examination: Yes
Compulsory attendance: Yes
Course fee: see below

To the course registration

Who is it suitable for?

  • Students and staff of all departments at the University of Kassel
  • Students of Romance Studies who are looking for additional language support
  • Students who would like to acquire an A2 or B1 certificate
  • Guests

Learning objectives:

The course teaches speaking, listening, reading and writing skills for use in everyday and university-related situations in interactive lessons. It also provides an insight into the culture of Spain and Latin American countries.

Workload:

In addition to attending the course, additional time must be scheduled for self-study tasks.

Creditability in the degree program

The ECTS can usually be credited as additive key competencies; please clarify this with the department in advance.

Classification & advice:

Placement takes place via the online placement test "Vía Rápida" (Klett Verlag).

  • Step 1: Send your test result via the mail form to: izquierdo[at]uni-kassel[dot]de
  • Step 2: You will receive a registration code for your level.
  • Step 3: Register. You can ONLY register for the assigned level.

Exception for B1+ and B1+/B2 courses

  • The test is only used to assess your level.
  • You will not receive a registration code.
  • You can register directly.

Course structure and UNIcert® training

Obtain a UNIcert® certificate that attests to your university-related training in Spanish - a real plus on your CV!

CourseTarget level / NotesScope
UNIcert® I, 1st partTarget level A14 SWS - 4 ECTS
UNIcert® I, 2nd partTarget level A24 SWS - 4 ECTS
UNIcert® I, 3rd partTarget level A2/B14 SWS - 4 ECTS
UNIcert® I, 4th partTarget level B1
Acquisition of the UNIcert® certificate		4 SWS - 4 ECTS
Intermediate Spanish B1+B1+2 SWS - 2 ECTS
Spanish Intermediate B1+/B2-B1+/B22 SWS - 2 ECTS

Information about UNIcert®

Course fee

As a student at the University of Kassel, you can take one course in German, English, French and Spanish free of chargeper semester. The offer is limited to two free courses per degree program until you graduate.

Staff, doctoral students and guests have to pay for the course.

Spanish in tandem

Would you like to put your language skills into practice outside the classroom? We can arrange a native speaker tandem partner for you.

To the tandem program

FAQ

1. assumption of costs by the department

Whether a course is free of charge for you depends on the regulations of your department.

  • The course page will indicate whether the course is free of charge or subject to a fee.
  • Only courses that are listed under "International Studies" or "Sponsorship" are free of charge. You will not receive an invoice for these courses.
  • The Language Center will settle the course costs directly with your department.

2 Course fees

If a course is subject to a fee, the fee depends on

  • the number of teaching units,
  • the size of the group,
  • your status (student, employee or external).

External participants generally pay a higher fee.

3. payment of fees

  • You will receive the invoice by e-mail approximately 4 to 6 weeks after the start of the course.
  • Please transfer the amount, quoting the invoice number.

Course start and dates

  • The courses usually start one to two weeks after the official start of lectures at the University of Kassel.
  • Other dates will be announced.
  • Some courses are offered as compact courses during the lecture-free period.
  • Current information and dates can be found in the "News" section.

Compulsory attendance for online courses

  • The same attendance requirements apply as for face-to-face courses.
  • "Attendance" for online courses means active participation with video and audio.

Access data for online courses

  • You will receive your access data at least four hours before the course starts.
  • They will be sent to the e-mail address you provided when registering.

Deregistration from the course

  • You can withdraw from the course by clicking on the "Request to withdraw from course" button .

Examination procedure

  • Final examinations usually take place in the last or penultimate course session.
  • Unless otherwise announced:
    • The written exam is conducted in person.
    • The oral exam takes place online in a protected Zoom meeting.
  • Separate registration is not required.
    • Exception: UNIcert® III examinations or re-examinations.

1 Course offer and costs

  • You can take part in most of the regular courses on offer.
  • Most courses are subject to a fee.
  • The same fees apply for employees as for students.
  • Special courses exclusively for employees are marked separately.
  • As a rule, employees attend classes together with students.

2. assumption of costs by superiors

If you are attending as part of a professional development course and your line manager is covering the costs, please note that

  • Written confirmation must be received by e-mail before the course begins.
  • Please send this confirmation to: sz@uni-kassel.de.
  • If the confirmation is not received on time, you will be invoiced for the course fee in person.

3. registration for the course

How to register:

  1. Go to the "Language and key qualifications" section.
  2. Select the desired language.
  3. Follow the registration process.
  4. Enter "Employee" as your status.

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