In this subject students examine key literary texts from the Hispanic world. Students will be introduced to literary analysis as a tool to delve into crucial aspects that have shaped Hispanic societies. Through the study of literature students will also improve their general command of the Spanish language and refine their writing and oral skills.
School: Humanities and Social Sciences (Pre 2022)
Credit points: 15
Subject Co-ordinator: Meredith Wrigley
Available to Study Abroad/Exchange Students: Yes
Subject year level: Year Level 4 - UG/Hons/1st Yr PG
Exchange Students: No
Available as Elective: No
Learning Activities: N/A
Capstone subject: Yes
Subject rules
Prerequisites: SPA4009 or subject coordinator's approval
Co-requisites: N/A
Incompatible subjects: N/A
Equivalent subjects: N/A
Quota Management Strategy: N/A
Quota-conditions or rules: N/A
Special conditions: N/A
Minimum credit point requirement: N/A
Assumed knowledge: N/A
Career-focused: No
Work-based learning: No
Self sourced or Uni sourced: N/A
Entire subject or partial subject: N/A
Total hours/days required: N/A
Location of WBL activity (region): N/A
WBL addtional requirements: N/A
Graduate Capabilities
COMMUNICATION - Communicating and InfluencingCOMMUNICATION - Cultural Intelligence and Global PerspectiveDISCIPLINE KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLSINQUIRY AND ANALYSIS - Creativity and InnovationINQUIRY AND ANALYSIS - Critical Thinking and Problem SolvingINQUIRY AND ANALYSIS - Research and Evidence-Based InquiryPERSONAL AND PROFESSIONAL - Adaptability and Self-ManagementPERSONAL AND PROFESSIONAL - Ethical and Social ResponsibilityPERSONAL AND PROFESSIONAL - Leadership and TeamworkIntended Learning Outcomes
01. In this subject students will be able to express themselves fluently and spontaneously without much searching for expressions. They will be able to use language flexibly and effectively for almost all social and professional purposes.02. In this subject students will be able to effectively scan texts in Spanish for relevant information, and grasp the main topic of texts. They will be able to read with ease virtually all forms of written Spanish, including abstract, structurally or linguistically complex texts.03. In this subject students will be able to write well-organised, coherent texts in Spanish. They will demonstrate a knowledge of the style and content appropriate to different written tasks, and will be able to present supported arguments. They will be able to produce proof-read texts with minimal errors and adhere to relevant conventions.04. Demonstrate awareness of cultural issues in the Hispanic world. 