Spanish Conversation – Intermediate

About this course

The course develops spoken Spanish through communicative activities based on real-life interactions. Learners practise expressing opinions and preferences, take part in role plays and group discussions, and work on pronunciation, intonation, listening and comprehension using authentic materials. Topics include art, food, family, places, hobbies and aspects of Spanish culture such as music and traditions. Vocabulary is expanded through class themes, and each learner gives a short presentation in Spanish on a topic of their choice. Progress is monitored through classroom activities and observation.

What you'll learn

• Express opinions and preferences in Spanish on a range of familiar topics
• Develop pronunciation, intonation and spoken fluency
• Extend vocabulary related to course discussion topics
• Improve listening and comprehension using authentic Spanish materials
• Deliver a short presentation in Spanish

Is this course right for you?

The course is described as mixed-level and aimed at learners around Intermediate level (B1+), including those who have studied Spanish for two to three years or who are refreshing more advanced study. Learners should be able to use past, present and future tenses and express opinions. The catalogue metadata lists Advanced (C1+) as the minimum level.

• Participation includes classroom interaction, role play and group discussion
• Some literacy, numeracy and IT skills may help with language learning; guidance is available
• Regular attendance is advisable

Before you go

• The provider will advise at the start of the course if any resources or texts are required.
• Learners should bring a pen and paper or an electronic device.
• Regular attendance is advisable.