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Spanish Language and Literature

Branch of knowledge: Arts and Humanities
Responsible Center: Faculty of Arts and Humanities
Teaching modality and Campus: 
Face-to-face Fuenlabrada
Credits: 240. Credits year: 60. Duration: 4 years. Implantation: progressive, first year 2016-2017
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Coordinator: Prof. Dr. Ms. Leticia González Corrales

Student attention: 91 665 5060     Student Help Box     Suggestions, complaints and congratulations mailbox

Basic Information

What knowledge will I acquire with this Degree?

The degree provides a solid training, both theoretical and practical, in Spanish language and literature that allows working in different professional fields related to teaching, research and linguistic and literary documentation, as well as related -directly or indirectly- to communication. In this sense, it is worth noting that the Spanish language is spoken by more than four hundred million people throughout the world, which implies a strong demand for professional activities related to the knowledge and use of the language and, consequently, training in This area represents a great opportunity for carrying out this type of activity.

Where will I be able to work when I graduate?

This degree allows professional practice in:

- Teaching Spanish language and literature in Compulsory Secondary Education and Baccalaureate, in adult education, in E/LE (teaching Spanish as a foreign language).

- Research in the field of linguistics and literature.

- Analysis, advice, linguistic and literary planning and cultural management in the media, public administrations, publishing industry, tourism, diplomacy, etc.

- Forensic linguistics.

- Creative writing in Spanish.

- Translation and linguistic and intercultural mediation.

Is this Degree official according to the regulations required by the European Higher Education Area?

Yes (final verification report is attached), the implementation of the degree will be done progressively, starting the first year in the academic year 2016-17.

The final verification report turned out FAVORABLE

Favorable report first modification

Favorable report second modification

Favorable report third modification

What subject areas will I address in this grade?

The Degree is structured around two areas:

1) Spanish language and linguistic culture

2) Hispanic literature.

Recommended Income Profile

In this degree there are no established conditions or special access tests. However, it is highly recommended that students enter with a sufficient level of knowledge of the Spanish language (at least B2, for students whose native language is not Spanish). It is also advisable that students wishing to enter already have basic knowledge of Latin.

Objectives 

The fundamental objective of the degree is that graduates master the main aspects of Spanish language and literature, both from a synchronic and diachronic point of view, and both in relation to the instrumental use of the language and in relation to the theoretical study of the language and Literature. In this way, it is pursued that the students at the end of the Degree:

- Have obtained the necessary skills to carry out their work in the different professional fields for which the Degree qualifies.

- Master the history of the Spanish language and literature.

- Know how to relate the linguistic and literary fact in Spanish with other social and cultural manifestations (for example, the media or the cinema).

- Have acquired high communicative competence in Spanish. 

Learning Outcomes

Knowledge

CON1

Understand the main challenges related to respect for democratic values, equality, equity, and tolerance of diversity, while being aware of the cultural and linguistic diversity of different societies.

CON2

Know the main genres, works, authors, movements or currents of Spanish and Latin American literature through reflective and critical reading

CON3

Know the different levels of analysis of the language, its specific methodology of analysis and its terminology to deepen linguistic studies

CON4

To understand the internal and external historical evolution of the Spanish language and literature, explaining its importance in the field of linguistic or literary studies.

CON5

Know the Latin language and its culture, relating such knowledge to the Spanish language and literature from literary or non-literary texts.

CON6

To understand the linguistic variation of the Spanish language and the current sociolinguistic situation of Spanish, both in its theoretical and practical dimensions.

CON7

Know the theoretical and methodological currents of Linguistics, as well as the basic postulates of the main linguistic theories

CON8

Understand and use vocabulary, syntactical structures, and communicative functions of the corresponding language (English, French, Italian, or German), of the student's choice.

CON9

Understanding the diachronic perspective of historical events through the analysis of Spanish texts

Skills

HAB1

Apply the main techniques of interpretation and understanding of literary texts, as well as the methods of literary analysis to the study of literary works

HAB2

Demonstrate an advanced instrumental command of the Spanish language in its oral and written dimensions in academic, work, business, institutional and professional fields

HAB3

Use relevant lexicographic works to complete tasks or solve problems related to language and literature in work or study situations

HAB4

Prepare academic, theoretical or applied works of different types and varying levels of complexity related to the learning acquired in the Degree

HAB5

Critically manage different digital support tools (databases, corpora, etc.) in the field of Spanish language studies

HAB6

Apply knowledge of a foreign language (English, French, Italian, or German) and achieve the necessary level to obtain a certificate in accordance with the official international standards established for each of these languages ​​(TOEIC, TFI, CILS, or ZD) and sufficient to function in that language within the scope of the degree.

HAB7

Orally defend the work prepared, showing, on the one hand, mastery of the subject and, on the other, clarity, appropriateness, coherence and cohesion.

Competences

COM1

Develop professional activity with a critical vision with respect for human rights and democratic institutions, contributing to the development objectives linked to the diversity of languages, cultures and societies

COM2

Relate knowledge of literature with other cultural and aesthetic areas and disciplines, particularly in the area of ​​Spanish studies

COM3

Accurately use basic terminology and fundamental concepts of literature in relation to the different periods in the history of Spanish or Latin American literature

COM4

Apply knowledge of the Spanish standard to provide advice and linguistic correction in work or study situations.

COM5

Identify problems and research topics in the field of Spanish language and literature, evaluating their relevance to the field of study

COM6

Organize the complex historical information contained in Spanish texts from different study perspectives to present it in a coherent manner

COM7

Communicate orally and in writing in the corresponding language (English, French, Italian or German), at the student's choice.

COM8

Make decisions autonomously and proactively

COM9

Approach the functions and tasks carried out in a specific job related to the training objectives of the Degree

COM10

Adopt a respectful attitude towards other cultures and customs

Minimum stay requirements 

  • The permanence of the students in the Degree studies will be a maximum of eight years for full-time students. Part-time students may request an extension of up to two more years from the Rector.
  • In Bachelor's degrees lasting more than 240 credits (4 years), the maximum of the previous section will be increased by one more year for every 60 ECTS credits that are added to the 240 ECTS.
  • Students must pass a minimum of two subjects in the first year. Students studying part-time must pass at least one subject in their first academic year.
  • Students who are studying any official Bachelor's degree at the Rey Juan Carlos University may make a maximum of four registrations to pass each of the subjects of the study plan, without counting previous cancellations of the same.

For more information see: Permanence regulations

Minimum number of ECTS credits by type of enrollment and course

Full-time students:

COURSE MINIMUM  MAXIMUM 
1º Course 48 ECTS 78 ECTS
Other courses 48 ECTS 78 ECTS

 

Part-time students:

COURSE MINIMUM  MAXIMUM 
1º Course 24 ECTS 47 ECTS
Other courses 24 ECTS  47 ECTS

 

Access and registration

Access

Access to the official teachings of Degree will require to be in possession of the bachelor's degree or equivalent and the passing of the test referred to in article 42 of the Organic Law 6/2001, of Universities, modified by Law 4/2007, of April 12, without prejudice to the other access mechanisms provided for by current regulations.

The number of places offered for new admission are:

Fuenlabrada Campus

60 places (including transfer admission places)

 

Matriculation year

The enrollment process at the Rey Juan Carlos University is done through the Internet. You can carry out the procedures on the computers installed on campus or through any computer with network access. You can check the deadlines at registration , as well as the different requirements and necessary documents.

Training itinerary

ACCESS TO ALL UNIVERSITY TEACHING GUIDES

Old curriculum

New curriculum (starting in the 2025-2026 academic year)

  

External Internships

The External Practices subject is a curricular subject whose main objective is to promote a comprehensive training of the student through the practical application of the knowledge acquired during the Degree, which facilitates direct contact with the professional activity and the opportunity to join the professional world with a minimum of experience. All practices are designed so that the students who participate in them acquire professional experience in real situations and conditions, applying the knowledge, skills and attitudes that are acquired in the training processes throughout the degree. The internships represent a decisive opportunity for the personal development and professional future of the students.

Internships are activities carried out by the student in companies, institutions and organizations; that is, in centers outside the university premises, which aim to enrich and complement your university education, while providing you with a deeper knowledge about the skills you will need once you have graduated.

The External Practices subject will consist of two phases:

  • Completion of the internship period that offers professional experience related to any of the graduate profiles that are expressed in the Verification Report of the degree.
  • Elaboration of the memory

Documentation:

Degree Training Project

For more information:  External Internship Unit

Social Security contributions for interns starting January 1, 2024

Mobility programs

ERASMUS

The Erasmus program makes it easy for URJC students -both undergraduate and postgraduate- to study one or several semesters at one of the European universities with which the URJC has agreements.

These exchanges traditionally have an economic endowment thanks to the Erasmus Scholarships provided by the EU and the Spanish Ministry of Education.

ERASMUS (intranet)


WORLD

The Munde program manages mobility with universities from countries not included in the Erasmus Program.

The possibility of obtaining a scholarship or economic endowment and its amount depends, in each case, on the agreements with the universities, countries or entities that sign it.

WORLD (intranet)


For more information:

URJC Mobility


SICK

SICUE is a national mobility program for GRADOS university students that allows them to carry out part of their studies at another Spanish university with guarantees of academic recognition, use and adaptation to their curricular profile.

SICUE Mobility

Student support programs

Orientation to future students. The University offers various orientation programs for future students: we carry out visits to high schools and secondary schools, we organize guided visits to the Campuses, we are present in the Classroom and, at the beginning of each course, we carry out welcome days to guide students new students.

academic tutorials. Each teacher carries out, within their teaching planning, academic tutorials on their subject.

Coordinator of the degree. It works to promote coherence and balance between the subjects and the workloads of the students.

mentoring program. The URJC has this program, peer tutoring, in which the students of the last years act as mentors with the first year students.

Students with disabilities. The Support Office for Persons with Disabilities offers guidance and assistance to students with special needs.

Scholarships . The Rey Juan Carlos University manages the main scholarships and annual grants, both its own and from other official bodies: Ministries, Community of Madrid, International Organizations and other entities. It also publishes and disseminates those scholarships and grants of interest to its students and graduates. Throughout the course, students receive information about them through the different communication channels established.

Job placement program. The Rey Juan Carlos University, through the External Internship Unit and the Graduates Office, organizes conferences, workshops and various actions aimed at supporting and guiding students in their job search, to improve their employability and promote job placement . The University has a Job Exchange -a platform available to companies and graduates- where institutions can carry out their selection processes.

Privacy Policy

ACADEMIC CALENDAR

REGISTRATION

*The rates corresponding to double degrees with different degrees of experimentality will be applied as established in the new Decree 43/2022, of June 29, of the Government Council, which establishes the public prices for university studies leading to official degrees and services of an academic nature in the public universities of the Community of Madrid*

TRAINING PROCESS 

EVALUATION

Validation, adaptation of studies, recognition of credits and homologation of foreign qualifications

UNIVERSITY DEGREES

VISITING STUDENTS AND STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES

TEACHING COORDINATION

COEXISTENCE REGIME

SCHOOL INSURANCE

ASSOCIATIONS

Quality guarantee

RUCT link

BOCM Link

Results report

Once the follow-up has been carried out, the quantitative information on the results obtained in the follow-up of said Degree is shown, differentiated by academic year.

Reports by course:

General information collection plan

Within the quality assurance system of the Rey Juan Carlos University, the following surveys are planned:

- New students

- Teacher evaluation

- Student satisfaction

- Satisfaction of the graduates

- Labor insertion

- Causes of abandonment

- Career path:

  • Second year after graduation
  • Third year after graduation
  • Fourth year after graduation

- Degree of satisfaction:

  • Faculty with the campus and university
  • Teacher with degree
  • of the evaluators
  • Incoming student mobility program
  • Outgoing Student Mobility Program
  • Administration and services staff with the university

- External internships:

  • Student satisfaction
  • External tutor satisfaction
  • Evaluator satisfaction

Survey results:

Improvement actions

The Quality Assurance System of the Rey Juan Carlos University establishes that the degree's Quality Assurance Commission will annually analyze the information derived from the degree's indicators and prepare a report that will include improvement plans if the results so indicate.

Renewal of accreditation

The renewal of the accreditation represents the culmination of the implementation process of the official Bachelor's and Master's degrees registered in the Register of Universities, Centers and Degrees (RUCT). The renewal of the accreditation of official bachelor's and master's degrees is organized in three phases: self-assessment report, external visit and final assessment.

In the first phase, the university describes and assesses the status of the degree with respect to the established criteria and guidelines. The result is the Self-Assessment Report (IA) that is presented. The second and third phases are carried out by a group of evaluators external to the evaluated title.”