4 Spanish Degree Programs in Canada

Spanish is a global language spoken by over 400 million people around the world. It is the official language in 21 countries of which 19 are located in South America. Spanish feeds a diverse group of Spanish-speaking countries with their own vibrant and rich cultures. This course introduces students to the fundamentals of the Spanish language by learning and practicing basic oral, listening, reading and writing skills with an emphasis on developing conversation and comprehension skills, as well as providing a general understanding of Spanish grammar. The course will also promote cultural awareness of Spanish-speaking countries.

The undergraduate Certificate in Spanish jointly offered by the Trent Centre for Language and Linguistics provides students with an opportunity to improve their Spanish language skills and to receive recognition for their proficiency level for the purposes of career advancement or further study. This program guarantees that students have made successful progress in the language and certifies an advanced intermediate level of Spanish, specifically Level B2 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages. The certificate may be used to bridge into undergraduate degree programs, for professional upgrading, or be complementary to degree studies.

Are you looking to add Spanish or French proficiency training to your resumé? VIU’s post-degree French or Spanish language diploma program combines written, oral and reading comprehension instruction along with a cultural component to develop a deeper understanding of the Romance language. Taking a post-degree in Latin Languages opens up doors to careers in government, tourism, international business, teaching and travel.

Spanish is one of the two most spoken languages in the world, with 577 million speakers in 21 countries around the world. Whether you want to use it to travel or just enjoy various aspects of Latin culture, being able to speak Spanish can tremendously enhance your resume. Latin American countries are among our most significant trading partners and being bilingual can give you a definite competitive advantage in the workplace, particularly in the in the world of business.