This exciting degree combines history of art with the study of Spanish. The course is ideal for those with an enquiring mind and a passion for exploring the cultures of other countries and societies, including those of Latin America. It offers an enriching experience with exciting intellectual challenges and a wide range of options that will allow you to pursue your own interests.<br/><br/>Spanish can be studied from beginners level or post-A level (or the equivalent).<br/><br/>Both departments encourage strong synergy between research and teaching, resulting in a vibrant learning environment as staff incorporate new research into their classes.<br/><br/>The course will give you a grounding in the key skills needed for a history of art degree, enabling you to study a wide range of visual and material culture and to explore some themes in greater depth, while developing your research skills.<br/><br/>You will also follow a structured Spanish language course and explore the rich history and culture of Spanish-speaking countries and communities, choosing from a range of units in literature, film, history, thought, politics, linguistics and visual culture. You will spend your third year abroad in a Spanish-speaking country, extending your language skills and cultural knowledge. To find out more about studying abroad, visit the Centre for Study Abroad: bristol.ac.uk/centre-for-study-abroad<br/><br/>Teaching is delivered through lectures, tutorials, seminars, workshops, and one-to-one project supervision. Assessments may include presentations, essays, commentaries, exams, collaborative projects, debates, podcasts, video essays, and dissertations.<br/><br/>Our course will ensure you practise a range of skills, which will make you attractive to future employers in the globalised workplace and in the sector of your choice.<br/><br/>All modern languages students have access to our state-of-the-art Multimedia Centre. You can also access extracurricular activities such as talks by visiting speakers, societies, language cafes, student newspapers, and talent shows.