Spanish Level 3A - Advanced

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Course code: L5AL

Éste curso es para aquellos que han estudiado español y dominan la lengua con confianza. Utilizamos una metodología comunicativa y temas de actualidad e interesantes sobre Latino América y España. También habrá repaso de gramática.

when: From 16 Sep 2026 to 27 Jan 2027
Wednesday 10:00-12:00 16 weeks
Tutor: Lucrecia Jimenez

where

location to be advised

fees

full fee for this course £269.00, concession fee £161.00

who

Bristol Adult Learning

stokelodge@bristol.gov.uk

0117 903 8844

Description

Éste curso de nivel intermedio-avanzado es para aquellos que han estudiado español y dominan la lengua con confianza. Utilizamos una metodología comunicativa y temas de actualidad e interesantes para practicar estructuras gramaticales por medio de audios, textos y conversación.

Trabajamos a un nivel británico equivalente a A-Levels o en referencia al marco común de lenguas, a un nivel B2.

This course is for intermediate-advanced learners who are confident using Spanish as a second language. We used a communicative methodology in class where we talk about interesting topics in order to practice grammar structures using audio, texts and conversation.

What can students expect?

En este curso hablamos y usamos español a lo largo de la clase. No hay necesidad de comprar un libro pero estaremos trabajando actividades basadas en un libro de nivel avanzado.

Espera practicar gramática, leer textos y discutirlos (artículos y literatura), escuchar audios y ver videos en español y trabajar deberes en casa cada semana.

In this course we speak and use Spanish throughout the whole session. You don’t need to buy a book but we will be working on activities based on a course book at advanced level.

Expect practicing grammar, reading texts and discussing them (articles and literature), listening to audios and watching videos in Spanish, and of course, do homework every week.

Late starters allowed?

Si, con tal que puedan trabajar al mismo nivel de la clase.

Por favor habla con el tutor antes de inscribirte.

Yes, provided late starters can work at the same level as the rest of the class at the time of joining.

Please check with the tutor via the Stoke Lodge office first before joining.

Previous experience required?

Si. Absolutamente deben haber estudiado español a un nivel intermedio.

Yes, absolutely. Learners must have studied Spanish at intermediate level for at least 4 years or more.

What is the progression route?

Estudiantes podrán continuar al curso de nivel más avanzado Level 3 B.

Learners can join the next highest level, Level 3 B.

Are there any extra costs?

No

Work set between sessions?

Si. Siempre deberes cada semana para practicar en casa.

Yes. Some homework will be set every week, in order to enable learners to reinforce what they have learnt during each session.

What should students bring?

Siempre es aconsejable utilizar un diccionario, igualmente un cuaderno de apuntes y un bolígrafo, pero lo más importante, muchas ganas de participar.

It is always advisable to bring a dictionary, as well as a notebook and a pen, and the most important of all, lots of enthusiasm and desire to learn and participate.

Teaching method/style?

Método comunicativo de enseñanza de idiomas.

- Escuchar español durante toda la sesión, así como audios y videos.

- Leer diferentes textos

- hacer y responder preguntas

- conversación en pequeños grupos y en clase entera para debatir y discutir temas actuales.

Communicative language teaching method, involving eg

- listening to course book CD, the tutor, other students, the radio, podcasts, songs, conversations, 

- reading texts in course book, newspapers and magazine articles, stories- 

- asking and answering questions

- oral practice in pairs, small groups and whole class work

- debates and group discussions

- talking about a variety of current topics

Course Cancellations and Refunds

If we cancel your course

<ul>
<li>You will receive a full refund of course fees.</li>
<li>We are not responsible for any additional costs, such as materials already purchased.</li>
</ul>

If you cancel

<ul>
<li>7 days or more before the start date: refund minus a 20% administration fee.</li>
<li>Less than 7 days before the start date or after the course has started: no refund provided.</li>
<li>Enrolments are non-transferable. If you are unable to attend, you will not be able to send another person in your place.</li>
</ul>

Refund processing

<ul>
<li>Refunds for online or telephone enrolments will be made via the original payment method within 14 days of approval. </li>
<li>If you enrolled in the office, you will need to come in with your payment card to arrange a refund.</li>
</ul>

Transfers

<ul>
<li>7 days or more before the start date: transfer minus a 10% transfer fee.</li>
<li>Less than 7 days before the start date or after the course has started: no transfer provided.</li>
<li>All transfers are subject to availability.</li>
<li>Transfers between Language levels may be possible with less than 7 days notice, subject to availability.</li>
<li>Enrolments are non-transferable. If you are unable to attend, you will not be able to send another person in your place.</li>
<li>If we cancel your course, and you wish to transfer to another course this will be free of charge.</li>
</ul>

Illness and non-attendance

<ul>
<li>We recognise that illness and unforeseen circumstances may arise. However, please note that we are unable to offer refunds, credits, or transfers for missed sessions due to ill health or non-attendance.</li>
</ul>