Spanish for International Relations A Field of study: International Studies in Political Science and Diplomacy
Programme code: W3-S1MS21.2024

Module name: Spanish for International Relations A
Module code: W3-MS-S1-SIR_A
Programme code: W3-S1MS21.2024
Semester: winter semester 2024/2025
Language of instruction: Spanish
Form of verification: course work
ECTS credits: 3
Purpose and description of the content of education:
The aim of the module is to practically prepare students to communicate in Spanish in the field of international relations and everyday situations. As part of the module, students will learn the Spanish language's pronunciation and the means and the lexical and grammatical structures necessary for establishing contacts and conducting simple conversations.
List of modules that must be completed before starting this module (if necessary): not applicable
Learning outcome of the module Codes of the learning outcomes of the programme to which the learning outcome of the module is related [level of competence: scale 1-5]
The student is able to organize individual work and interact with others in teamwork that requires the use of Spanish in the work of a diplomat. [SIR_A_K01]
MS_1_K02 [1/5]
The student understands and produces correct and understandable oral and written statements in Spanish on typical topics covering the sphere of everyday life and international relations and diplomacy. [SIR_A_U01]
MS_1_U07 [1/5] MS_1_U08 [1/5]
The student uses his/her knowledge to formulate and solve typical problems in diplomatic communication according to the specifics of the Spanish language. [SIR_A_U02]
MS_1_U07 [1/5]
The student participates in conversation in Spanish by assuming the various roles found in the work of a diplomat. [SIR_A_U03]
MS_1_U07 [1/5] MS_1_U08 [1/5]
The student is able to present a standpoint, opinions and argue properly using Spanish. [SIR_A_U04]
MS_1_U07 [1/5] MS_1_U08 [1/5]
The student has knowledge of basic phrases and grammatical structures in Spanish with an emphasis on the vocabulary of international relations and diplomacy. [SIR_A_W01]
MS_1_W03 [1/5] MS_1_W11 [1/5]
Form of teaching Number of hours Methods of conducting classes Assessment of the learning outcomes Learning outcomes
laboratory classes [W3-MS-S1-ERI_A_L] 30 Explanation/clarification [a05] 
Activating method – educational games [b03] 
Activating methods: a case study [b07] 
Working with another teaching tool [d03] 
Self-education [f01] 
course work SIR_A_K01 SIR_A_U01 SIR_A_U02 SIR_A_U03 SIR_A_U04 SIR_A_W01
The student's work, apart from participation in classes, includes in particular:
Name Category Description
Search for materials and review activities necessary for class participation [a01] Preparation for classes
reviewing literature, documentation, tools and materials as well as the specifics of the syllabus and the range of activities indicated in it as required for full participation in classes
Literature reading / analysis of source materials [a02] Preparation for classes
reading the literature indicated in the syllabus; reviewing, organizing, analyzing and selecting source materials to be used in class
Developing practical skills [a03] Preparation for classes
activities involving the repetition, refinement and consolidation of practical skills, including those developed during previous classes or new skills necessary for the implementation of subsequent elements of the curriculum (as preparation for class participation)
Consulting materials complementary to those indicated in the syllabus [a04] Preparation for classes
agreeing on materials complementary to those indicated in the syllabus, supporting the implementation of tasks resulting from or necessary for class participation
Getting acquainted with the syllabus content [b01] Consulting the curriculum and the organization of classes
reading through the syllabus and getting acquainted with its content
Verification / adjustment / discussion of syllabus provisions [b02] Consulting the curriculum and the organization of classes
consulting the content of the syllabus, possibly in the presence of the year tutor or members of the class group, and, if necessary, reassessing the provisions concerning special conditions for class participation, e.g., space and time requirements, technical and other requirements, including conditions for participation in classes outside the walls of the university, classes organized in blocks, organized online, etc.
Consulting the schedule [b03] Consulting the curriculum and the organization of classes
getting acquainted with the class schedule, possibly in the presence of the year tutor, in order to optimize participation in classes, including those supplementary to the core subjects listed in the pursued study programme
Determining the stages of task implementation contributing to the verification of learning outcomes [c01] Preparation for verification of learning outcomes
devising a task implementation strategy embracing the division of content, the range of activities, implementation time and/or the method(s) of obtaining the necessary materials and tools, etc.
Studying the literature used in and the materials produced in class [c02] Preparation for verification of learning outcomes
exploring the studied content, inquiring, considering, assimilating, interpreting it, or organizing knowledge obtained from the literature, documentation, instructions, scenarios, etc., used in class as well as from the notes or other materials/artifacts made in class
Implementation of an individual or group assignment necessary for course/phase/examination completion [c03] Preparation for verification of learning outcomes
a set of activities aimed at performing an assigned task, to be executed out of class, as an obligatory phase/element of the verification of the learning outcomes assigned to the course
Analysis of the corrective feedback provided by the academic teacher on the results of the verification of learning outcomes [d01] Consulting the results of the verification of learning outcomes
reading through the academic teacher’s comments, assessments and opinions on the implementation of the task aimed at checking the level of the achieved learning outcomes
Development of a corrective action plan as well as supplementary/corrective tasks [d02] Consulting the results of the verification of learning outcomes
reviewing and selecting tasks and activities enabling the elimination of errors indicated by the academic teacher, their verification or correction resulting in completing the task with at least the minimum passing grade
Undertaking, on one’s own initiative and individually, activities aimed at expanding the scope or depth of the teaching content, also beyond the walls of the University [e01] Activities complementary to the classes
a set of activities undertaken independently and on the student's own initiative, aimed at expanding the depth and scope of knowledge and skills, their revision and repetition, retention or verification, also activities carried outside the university, e.g., in a culture promoting or educational institution, a laboratory, in the open air, etc.; also self-education
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Syllabuses (USOSweb)
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