100-level

SPAN101
Beginners' Spanish A
Description
An introductory language course for students with no previous knowledge of Spanish.
Occurrences
Semester One 2026
Points
15 points
SPAN102
Beginners' Spanish B
Description
A language course following on from SPAN 101, for those with limited knowledge of Spanish.
Occurrences
Semester Two 2026
Points
15 points
Prerequisites
SPAN101, NCEA Level 2 in Spanish, or placement test.

200-level

SPAN201
Intermediate Spanish Language A
Description
Review of the basic features of Spanish that leads into an intensified examination of more complex structures for both conversational and written Spanish, including a wide range of verb structures.
Occurrences
Semester One 2026
Points
15 points
Prerequisites
SPAN102, NCEA Level 3 in Spanish, or placement test.
SPAN202
Intermediate Spanish Language B
Description
The course focuses on developing students' ability to read and write Spanish of a level commensurate with original texts drawn from contemporary cultural and scholarly debates.
Occurrences
Semester Two 2026
Points
15 points
Prerequisites
SPAN201 or placement test. Note: This course assumes a relatively high level of proficiency in the Spanish language. Even well prepared high school students should therefore enrol for the prerequisite course SPAN201 before trying to enter SPAN202.
SPAN205
Journey through Hispanic Civilisation and Culture
Description
This course employs a historical approach to study Hispanic civilisation and culture. The first part of the course will focus on Spanish history and culture and the second part will be devoted to the history and the culture of Latin America. This course does not require any previous knowledge of Spanish as it will be taught in English.
Occurrences
Semester One 2026
Points
15 points
Prerequisites
Any 60 points at 100 level from the Schedule V of the BA.
Restrictions
SPAN305

300-level

SPAN301
Advanced Spanish A
Description
The aim of this course is to give students advanced proficiency in Spanish across the four skills (speaking, listening, reading and writing). The course also introduces students to the history and culture of the different Hispanic countries. By the end of this course students will be able to recognise a variety of discourses and idiomatic expressions as well as communicate at an advanced level in Spanish.
Occurrences
Semester One 2026
Points
30 points
Prerequisites
SPAN202 or placement test.
SPAN302
Advanced Spanish B
Description
This course is a continuation of SPAN301. Students' linguistic skills will be improved and reinforced through extended readings, written assignments and aural/oral activities in class. Grammar will be taught in a cultural content-based context. By the end of this course, students will have a broader knowledge of Hispanic cultures; students will be able to communicate more effectively (orally and in writing) with native and other competent speakers.
Occurrences
Semester Two 2026
Points
30 points
Prerequisites
SPAN301 or placement test.
SPAN305
Journey Through Hispanic Civilisation and Culture
Description
This course employs a historical approach to study Hispanic civilisation and culture. The first part of the course will focus on Spanish history and culture and the second part will be devoted to the history and the culture of Latin America. This course requires previous knowledge of Spanish as part of its content and some assessments will be entirely in Spanish.
Occurrences
Semester One 2026
Points
30 points
Prerequisites
Any 45 points at 200 level from any subject, including SPAN202 or placement test.
Restrictions
SPAN205
SPAN312
Advanced Spanish Seminar
Description
This course is designed to place students’ practical knowledge of Spanish within a broader, high-register grammar and lexical-based approach, while also fostering their creative expression through writing. Students will be introduced to a variety of linguistic and sociolinguistic topics, including a general overview of the history and formation of the language, syntax, varieties of Peninsular and Latin American Spanish, writing styles and register, and idiomatic expressions. In parallel, the course will focus on creative writing in Spanish, covering storytelling, character creation, and techniques from renowned authors across the Spanish-speaking world. The content of this course is designed to engage students in reflecting on the use and formation of the Spanish language from both theoretical and practical perspectives, while developing their communicative, analytical, and creative writing skills in meaningful cultural contexts.
Occurrences
Semester Two 2026
Points
30 points
Prerequisites
SPAN302 or equivalent
Restrictions
SPAN412

Not Offered Courses in 2026

100-level

SPAN121
Introduction to Spanish and Latin American Culture
Description
This course is an introduction to the fascinating world of the Hispanic cultures covering Spain, Mexico, Central America, most of South America and much of the Caribbean. Topics covered will revolve around a general approach to the main cultural features of the Spanish-speaking world. The magic and colours of its lands and people will guide students through a pathway of cultural varieties that even sharing the Spanish language they still preserve their indigenous languages and cultural legacy. Ko te toa I a tiki, I a mano o te takatao. [It is the bravery of a multitude, of thousands of people]. The passion and mixture of its music and dances, gastronomy and customs that have always walked hand in hand with the folklore and the festivals, will provide students with stories of unique roots, belief-systems, myths and traditions. A brief historical overview will finally allow students to understand the fine arts’ conglomerate in the Hispanic world as for painting, architecture, literature as well as performing arts and film that draw on very diverse influences. No previous knowledge of the Spanish language is required as it is taught in English.
Occurrences
Not offered 2026
For further information see SPAN121 course details
Points
15 points

200-level

SPAN203
Spanish Conversation and Pronunciation
Description
Conducted strictly in Spanish, this course will offer students an opportunity to engage in conversation on a number of captivating topics given in a variety of formats with the goal of further developing oral proficiency, improving grammatical accuracy and improving pronunciation. Different types of discourse such as narration, debate, and dramatic dialogue will be emphasized. At the same time, students will also be exposed to other language skills such as listening, reading and writing.
Occurrences
Not offered 2026, offered in 2021 , 2022 , 2023 , 2024 , 2025
For further information see SPAN203 course details
Points
15 points