Hochschule Karlsruhe Hochschule Karlsruhe - University of Applied Sciences
Hochschule Karlsruhe Hochschule Karlsruhe - University of Applied Sciences

Learn a Foreign Language

Spanish

Spanish is spoken in 21 countries and by more than 500 million people worldwide. Whether professionally or personally, learning Spanish is enriching for every student.

Basic User (CEFR A1, A2)

Would you like to travel to a Spanish-speaking country?
Level A1 teaches you the basics of the Spanish language and gives you the tools for your first independent communication.

Can you already introduce yourself and talk about your interests, and now want to deepen your knowledge?
Then A2 is the right level for you. Through many practical exercises, you will further develop both your spoken and written communication.

Spanish A1

You want to start learning Spanish? Then Spanish A1 is the right course for you.  Here you will learn the basics, through numerous interactive and communicative exercises. At the end of the course, you will be able to communicate in simple every day and professional situations.

  • Target group: students, HKA employees, guest students
  • Time required: 4 SWS
  • Credit Points: 5 CP
  • CEFR Level: A1
  • Pre-requisites: none
  • Dates: every semester Monday/ Tuesday/ Wednesday/ Thursday afternoon
  • Certificate of attendance on request
  • Contact: Ana Rodríguez Fernández
  • Module description

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Spanish A2

Do you already have previous knowledge of Spanish or have you successfully passed Spanish A1? Then A2 is the right course for you. Here you will expand your previous knowledge and after the course, you will be able to communicate in simple, routine situations about familiar matters and immediate needs.

  • Target group: students, HKA employees, guest students
  • Time required: 4 SWS
  • Credit Points: 5 CP
  • CEFR Level: A2
  • Pre-requisites: placement test or successful completion of an IFS-A1 level course
  • Dates: every semester, normally Mondays or Wednesdays 14:00
  • Certificate of attendance on request
  • Contact: Ana Rodríguez Fernández
  • Module description

Placement test

Register

Independent User (CEFR B1, B2)

Do you want to make yourself understood in private settings? Build connections in Germany? Do an internship at a German company or gain your first work experience? Obtain our B1 certificate!

If you want to start your career properly, you should continue to improve your language skills. Many companies require a language certificate at the B2 level as a professional qualification.

Enroll in language courses at IFS and learn how to express yourself clearly in writing and speaking.

  • Spanish B1.1

    You have some knowledge of Spanish or have you successfully passed Spanish A2? Then B1.1 is the right course for you. With communicative exercises and interactive teaching methods, you will expand your language competence in Spanish and learn to master situations in business and everyday life in an action-oriented way. Expressing your opinion politely, drawing up an uncomplicated annual report, or selling a product will not be a problem for you.

    • Target group: students, HKA employees, guest students
    • Time required: 4 SWS
    • Credit Points: 5 CP
    • CEFR Level: B1.1
    • Pre-requisites: placement test or successful completion of an IFS-A2 level course
    • Dates: every semester, normally Mondays at 14:00
    • Certificate of attendance on request
    • Contact: Paula Contreras Candia
    • Module description

    Placement test

    Register

  • Spanish B1.2

    Do you have previous knowledge of Spanish or have you successfully passed Spanish B1.1? Then B1.2 is exactly the right course for you. With communicative exercises and interactive teaching methods, you will expand your language competence in Spanish and learn to master situations in business and everyday life in an action-oriented way. In tis course we teach you how to give a prepared presentation with simple graphics or express your opinion clearly. On successfully completion of the course you can apply for a certificate.

    • Target group: students, HKA employees, guest students
    • Time required: 4 SWS
    • Credit Points: 5 CP
    • CEFR Level: B1.2
    • Pre-requisites: placement test or successful completion of an IFS-B1.1 level course
    • Dates: every semester, normally Mondays at 14:00
    • B1 Language Certificate
    • Contact: Paula Contreras Candia
    • Module description

    Placement test

    Register

     

  • Español Profesional B2

    Do you have good previous knowledge of Spanish or have you passed Spanish B1.2? Then B2.1 is the right course for you. With communicative exercises and interactive teaching methods, you will expand your language competence in Spanish and learn to master situations at work in an action-oriented way. You will be able to conduct job interviews on your own initiative and write detailed applications and resumes.

    • Target group: students, HKA employees, guest students
    • Time required: 4 SWS
    • Credit Points: 5 CP
    • CEFR Level: B2
    • Pre-requisites: placement test or successful completion of an IFS-B1.2 level course or Español Cultura y Negocios B2
    • Dates: winter semester only, normally Mondays at 14:00
    • B2 Language Certificate (upon completion of Español Profesional B2 and Español Cultura y Negocios B2)
    • Contact: Ana Rodríguez Fernández
    • Module description

    Placement test

    Register

  • Español Cultura y Negocios B2

    Do you already have a good knowledge of Spanish or have successfully completed Spanish B1.2? Then Español Cultura y Negocios B2 is exactly the right course for you. Through communicative exercises and interactive teaching methods, you will improve your Spanish language skills and learn how to handle professional situations in a practical, action-oriented way. Well-structured presentations, as well as knowledge of intercultural aspects of working life in Spanish-speaking countries, will no longer be a challenge for you.

    • Target group: students, HKA employees, guest students
    • Time required: 4 SWS
    • Credit Points: 5 CP
    • CEFR Level: B2
    • Pre-requisites: placement test or successful completion of an IFS-B1.2 level course or Español Profesional B2
    • Dates: sommer semester only, normally Mondays at 14:00
    • B2 Language Certificate (upon completion of Español Profesional B2 and Español Cultura y Negocios B2)
    • Contact: Ana Rodríguez Fernández
    • Module description

    Placement test

    Register