Spanish, Research Essay
Summary
The course trains you to write and defend an academic thesis in advanced Spanish (about 40 pages) on a topic related to the Spanish-speaking world. It is designed for students with C1-level proficiency and develops analytical, argumentative, and academic communication skills in Spanish
About
Master’s Thesis in Spanish
The course is intended for students who already have at least 15 credits at the advanced level in Spanish and possess a minimum C1 proficiency according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages.
During the course, you will learn to independently formulate, define, and analyze a topic within the Spanish-speaking cultural sphere, receiving supervision in writing and defending a scholarly thesis (approximately 40 pages). Teaching takes place mainly through seminars and individual supervision conducted entirely in Spanish, where theoretical and methodological questions are directly linked to your thesis work.
Upon completion, you are expected to critically integrate knowledge, handle complex linguistic, literary, or didactic issues, and express yourself in advanced academic Spanish, both orally and in writing. You will also demonstrate the ability to review and discuss previous research, justify and problematize your choice of method and sources, and show awareness of the scientific, social, and ethical dimensions of your research project.
Prerequisites and selection
Entry requirements
The requirement for admission to the course is at least 15 credits in courses in Spanish as the main field of study at second cycle level. The student?s level of proficiency in Spanish should be at least C1 according to the *Common European Framework of Reference for languages.*
Selection
Selection is based upon the number of credits from previous university studies, maximum 285 credits
After graduation
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Facilities
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