Course summary

Broaden your horizons professionally, intellectually and culturally by studying Spanish and (potentially) Portuguese. With Spanish being the second most spoken language in the world and Portuguese the most spoken language in the southern Hemisphere, this degree could take you almost anywhere! Live the life and culture of Spain or Latin America (and Portugal or Brazil if you continue with Portuguese) with a year abroad in year three. This exciting opportunity will develop your communication skills, build your confidence and help you stand out to future employers. You can study Spanish at Nottingham as a beginner or as someone who has already gained an A-level in the language. Over the first two years, you’ll follow either the ‘beginners’ or ‘advanced’ pathway, but everyone will reach the same level of proficiency by the end of the course. Portuguese may only be studied from ‘beginners’ level. Why choose this course

• Top ten for Iberian Studies in the UK – Daily Mail University Guide 2025

• A great track record – 85% of students from the Department of Modern Languages and Cultures graduated with either a 1st or 2:1 in 2023

• Great teaching – 91% of students from the Department of Modern Languages and Cultures said the teaching staff were good at explaining things (NSS 2024)

• Year abroad – Spend a year abroad immersing yourself in Spanish or Portuguese language and Spanish- and Portuguese-speaking cultures

• Beginners welcome! Start learning a language from scratch.

• Wide module range – Explore many aspects of Spanish, Portuguese and Latin American culture and history

• Tailor the course to your interests or career aspirations

• Increase your employability – Open up job opportunities with foreign language skills

• Work with our dedicated Faculty of Arts Placements Team to assist with your employability skills development via a range of placements, internships and volunteering opportunities