Spanish 3 upper at a gentle pace: module 2
Upper-intermediate Spanish course developing reading, writing, speaking and listening through news, tourism, debate and more complex grammar.
What Upper Intermediate (B2) Spanish means
At B2 Spanish, learners can communicate fluently on concrete and abstract topics, develop arguments and respond in detail.
Support a viewpoint
Aunque la medida supusiera un coste inicial, a largo plazo beneficiaría a toda la comunidad.
Although the measure would have an initial cost, it would benefit the whole community in the long term.
Discuss an abstract issue
La tecnología facilita la comunicación, pero también plantea dudas sobre la privacidad.
Technology makes communication easier, but it also raises questions about privacy.
Negotiate a solution
Si ampliamos el plazo una semana, podemos mantener el presupuesto sin reducir la calidad.
If we extend the deadline by a week, we can keep the budget without reducing quality.
These are general examples of language use at this level, not a description of any individual course syllabus.
About this course
The course extends Spanish vocabulary and grammar while integrating reading, writing, speaking and listening. Learners work with newspaper articles and spoken dialogues, discuss news and tourism, express opinions and take part in debates. Grammar work covers prepositions, the passive voice, revision of past tenses and structures using the subjunctive. Teaching includes activities for improving listening comprehension, retaining vocabulary and speaking more independently in group situations. Homework is highly recommended to consolidate learning.
What you'll learn
- Extract and report detailed information from newspaper articles
- Express opinions and ideas using a wider range of Spanish vocabulary
- Participate effectively in debates
- Identify specific information in spoken dialogues
- Use prepositions, the passive voice, past tenses and subjunctive structures
Is this course right for you?
This upper-intermediate (B2) course is intended for learners who have completed the preceding Spanish 3 upper module or have studied Spanish for about four years recently. Participation includes speaking practice, opinion-sharing and debates, with homework recommended between classes.
- Previous study equivalent to the preceding module is expected.
- Homework is highly recommended for consolidating learning.
- Learners practise speaking in groups and taking part in debates.
Before you go
- The course uses Google Classroom for teaching and learning resources.
- Course material is based on units 1 and 2 of Aula Internacional Plus 4, Edición híbrida: Libro del alumno. Learners who are not continuing should wait until after the first session before buying the book, as they may transfer to another level.
Class teacher
Elisabet Rodriguez
Class teacher
Where this course runs
Upcoming classes
1 class
Selected date
Tue 20 Apr 2027
14:15 – 16:00 • 11 weeks
£269
Keeley Street, Covent Garden
