Master's Degree in Spanish as a Foreign Language: Research and Professional Practices | Master's degree | Languages | Blended learning | 1-2 years | Universitat de Barcelona | Spain

In the twenty-first century it makes little sense to study Spanish as a foreign language in isolation from the professional contexts in which it is used. As such, the master's degree provides thorough training in the structure of the Spanish language and a broad understanding of its professional uses, through a combination of comprehensive theoretical learning and applied activities. Summary of generic competences Capacity to evaluate the linguistic and communicative quality of texts produced in Spanish and to interpret their ideological viewpoint and communicative purpose. Capacity to work independently and display the entrepreneurial skills to become fully immersed in professional or academic life. Summary of specific competences Capacity to evaluate the conceptual complexity of the terms Spanish and foreign language with respect to learners and their characteristics (age, personal, social and cultural circumstances, needs, abilities, expectations and beliefs), in order to adapt the teaching and specialized use of Spanish to the needs of the classroom or recipients. Ability to apply in-depth (descriptive and explanatory) cultural and pragmatic linguistic knowledge of Spanish language use in context to the teaching of Spanish in the areas of Spanish as a foreign language and Spanish for specific purposes. Specific, specialized knowledge of linguistic and cultural variations in the Hispanic world, to ensure that prospective students acquire a broad competence in the use of the Spanish language. Capacity to apply appropriate strategies in the design of materials for the teaching and learning of grammatical, pragmatic and cultural aspects of language.