Languages and Linguistics (Spanish studies beginners), Bachelor

La Trobe University's Bachelor of Languages and Linguistics offers an introduction to the fundamentals of human communication. Students explore the structure and historical evolution of languages, while investigating the acquisition and development of communication skills. They can also select from various language majors and examine the cultural contexts of their chosen languages.The program builds an advanced understanding of linguistics, including the analysis of sound systems, sentence structures, and the ways language conveys and interprets meaning. Participants may focus on a preferred language from options such as Chinese, French, Greek, Italian, Spanish, Japanese, or Hindi, with entry points aligned to beginner, intermediate, or advanced proficiency levels.

In the Spanish studies major you will learn the Spanish language and about Spanish and Latin American history and cultures. Spanish is one of the world's major languages and the first language of more than 400 million people. As well as developing your language skills, you can take subjects in Spanish and Latin American culture, linguistics, translation, literature and film. Learning Spanish will give you highly employable communication skills in a competitive globalised labour market. It is also important in international development and diplomatic contexts as an official language of the United Nations and the World Bank. As part of this major, you are encouraged to apply to do in-country study programs in Spanish through the University’s exchange programs. These are available in Spain and in various Latin American countries. (Please note overseas programs may be impacted by travel restrictions.) You can major in Spanish Studies whatever your skill level. Depending on your prior knowledge of and/or qualifications in the Spanish language you will start at Beginners, Intermediate, Advanced level or Extended.