Course overview

Do you want to learn Spanish? ¡Vamos! Let’s go! Study Spanish for beginners to learn the essentials to get by in Spain. These basic Spanish courses will immerse you into the vibrant cultures of Spanish-speaking countries while you daydream about your next trip. In this basic Spanish language course, you’ll learn essential grammar and vocabulary to start communicating right away. It’s ideal if you want to dip your toe into the language.

Course description

  • Learn to use the present simple tense and formulate basic questions.

  • Explore foundational vocabulary to introduce yourself and talk about your life.

  • Gain basic speaking skills so that you can take part in oral activities from day one.

  • Understand spoken Spanish by practising listening skills.

  • Read short texts from newspapers and magazines to build up vocabulary.

This course is aimed at complete beginners. We’ll start from scratch so you don’t need any prior knowledge to sign up for this basic Spanish language course.

This taster course can help you decide if you’d like to continue studying Spanish. When you complete this level, you can progress to improver’s Spanish.

If you’d like to get an accredited qualification, this short course can prepare you for an A1 Spanish course.

To study this Spanish language course you’ll need an internet connection. This is so you can access our digital learning platform, Canvas.

The WEA specialises in teaching adults. We want you to enjoy your studies, and that’s why our tutors take great care to create a positive learning environment, both online and in person.

The WEA is committed to accessible adult education for all. If you have any accessibility requirements, please let us know and we will do our best to accommodate your needs.

Most of our courses are free for most of our learners. Please note that you need to get to the end of the enrolment process to see the discounts.

What financial support is available?

We don't want anything to stand in your way when it comes to bringing Adult learning within reach so if you need anything to support you to achieve your goals then speak to one of our education experts during your enrolment journey. Most of our courses are government funded but if you don't qualify or need alternative financial help to access them then let us know.

What other support is available?

All of our digital content, teaching and learning activities and assessments are designed to be accessible so if you need any additional support you can discuss this with the education experts during your enrolment journey and we will do all we can to make sure you have optimal access.

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