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You can already manage in everyday situations using the present tense. You have reached level A1 in the ELP self-assessment grid and/or completed the Beginners (level 1) Course.

Key information

Courses starting in October 2025

• Course: Mondays 6.00pm - 8.00pm
  Delivery: On-campus (face-to-face)
  Timeline: Starts 6 October 2025 - ends 23 March 2026
  Lengths: 20 weeks (60 learning hours)
  Fees: £280* (payable in two termly instalments of £140 each)
  Bursary Fund available for UoL Students (£140)*

• Course: Wednesdays 3.00pm - 5.00pm 
  Delivery: On-campus (face-to-face)
  Timeline: Starts 8 October 2025 - ends 25 March 2026
  Lengths: 20 weeks (60 learning hours)
  Fees: £280* (payable in two termly instalments of £140 each)
  Bursary Fund available for UoL Students (£140)*

*As part of the Languages at Leicester's 20th Anniversary, Â鶹ÊÓƵ's students (undergraduate and postgraduate) are welcome to apply for a Bursary Fund covering 50% of this course fee. For further details, see our dates and fees and Terms & Conditions (Point 13).

These courses require a minimum of 8 and it can have up to a maximum of 18 students. The course fee includes all tuition, access to online resources, handouts and any tests/exams, but not a textbook.

Term 1 runs from October to December and Term 2 from January to March. A full course comprises 60 learning hours. Lessons are two hours long and take place once a week. When enrolling you are committing to the full 20 weeks. There is the option to pay for the full course in one payment or two instalments. UoL students can apply for the Bursary Fund. You are welcome to join in the second term of a course if you have previous knowledge and experience of the language.

Alternatively, you can join a Fast Track Post-beginners course.

Entry level

You have reached level A1 or completed the beginners (level 1) or you have enough knowledge to be on track with the group. You can use the ELP self-assessment grid to judge how competent you are in the language. Alternatively, if you require help to assess your level please contact us or come along to one of our drop-in sessions.

Course content

• Talking about the past: personal biographies, CVs, childhood memories, past habits and routines
• Discussing what happened: health, accidents and mishaps
• Giving and following instructions: recipes, rules and regulations
• Giving advice and guidance
• Applying for jobs
• Describing personal qualities
• Making excuses and apologising
• Writing notes, letters and emails

Resources

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There isn’t a University bookshop however The European Bookshop website holds our book list and offers a 10% discount to all our students. .

It is not essential to bring a course book to the first class. The tutor will discuss book requirements in class and advise you of the best places to obtain the book if required.

Our approach

This course is taught in Spanish and English. Our programme aims to develop the four language skills of listening, speaking, reading and writing as well as cultural awareness. It provides a good balance between understanding the culture, vocabulary and grammar structures of the Spanish language and enhancing communication and interaction. It supports comprehensive and productive skills in speech and writing through authentic based activities and guided practice in the use of Spanish language. Students will be encouraged to seek opportunities to learn and practise the four skills outside the classroom taking advantage of learning resources provided by tutors and the programme. Lessons are planned to allow intensive interactive practice with individual feedback and advice on progress.

Progression

Upon completing the Post-Beginners level (2), you can progress onto the Intermediate level (3).

Special Schedule for course on Mondays 6pm

Week 1 Monday 6 October 2025
Week 2 Monday 13 October 2025
Week 3 Monday 20 October 2025
Week 4 Monday 27 October 2025
Week 5 Monday 3 November 2025
Week 6 Monday 10 November 2025
Week 7 Monday 17 November 2025
Week 8 Monday 24 November 2025
Christmas Break
Week 9 Monday 15 December 2025 or Monday 5 January 2026
Week 10 Monday 12 January 2026
Week 11 Monday 19 January 2026
Week 12 Monday 26 January 2026
Week 13 Monday 2 February 2026
Week 14 Monday 9 February 2026
Week 15 Monday 16 February 2026
Week 16 Monday 23 February 2026
Week 17 Monday 2 March 2026
Week 18 Monday 9 March 2026
Week 19 Monday 16 March 2026
Week 20 Monday 23 March 2026
*Your tutor will discuss and agree with you on the most suitable date.