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

Module name: Spanish for International Relations D
Module code: W3-MS-S1-SIR_D
Programme code: W3-S1MS21.2024
Semester: summer semester 2025/2026
Language of instruction: Spanish
Form of verification: course work
ECTS credits: 3
Purpose and description of the content of education:
The module aims to further develop communicative competence in Spanish for International Relations. As part of the module, students improve their ability to understand and produce more complex oral and written statements using appropriate language strategies adapted to the context. The module also emphasizes expanding knowledge of lexical means and grammatical structures and developing the ability to learn independently, work in a team, and communicate effectively in a multicultural environment.
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 make a self-assessment of the acquired level of communicative competence in Spanish and use the knowledge and skills he/she possesses to work independently on its further development. [SIR_D_K01]
 MS_1_K01 [4/5]
The student is aware of the differences that exist between the native and Spanish languages, spoken and written, and the importance of correct editing of texts produced in international business and diplomacy. [SIR_D_K02]
 MS_1_K02 [4/5]
The student demonstrates a willingness to organize work and act together with others in work-related situations requiring the use of Spanish. [SIR_D_U01]
 MS_1_U04 [4/5] MS_1_U07 [4/5]
The student understands and produces correct and comprehensible complex oral and written statements in Spanish, using vocabulary appropriate to the communicative situation used in the work of a diplomat and in international activities. [SIR_D_U02]
 MS_1_U07 [4/5] MS_1_U08 [4/5]
The student is able to assume a variety of roles occurring in the field of international cooperation and diplomacy with the use of information and communication techniques applied in Spanish appropriate to the situation. [SIR_D_U03]
 MS_1_U07 [4/5] MS_1_U08 [4/5] MS_1_K03 [2/5]
The student is able to solve complex problems in interpersonal linguistic and cultural communication according to the specificity of the Spanish language. [SIR_D_U04]
 MS_1_U07 [4/5] MS_1_U08 [4/5]
The student has a structured knowledge of the lexical and grammatical structures of Spanish. [SIR_D_W01]
 MS_1_W03 [4/5] MS_1_W11 [4/5]
Form of teaching Number of hours Methods of conducting classes Assessment of the learning outcomes Learning outcomes
laboratory classes [W3-MS-S1-ERI_D_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_D_K01 SIR_D_K02 SIR_D_U01 SIR_D_U02 SIR_D_U03 SIR_D_U04 SIR_D_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)
Production/preparation of tools, materials or documentation necessary for class participation [a05] Preparation for classes
developing, preparing and assessing the usefulness of tools and materials (e.g. aids, scenarios, research tools, equipment, etc.) to be employed in class or as an aid when preparing for classes
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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