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Master’s Degree

Degree type

October–June / February–November / May–February

Duration

Online

Teaching mode

Spanish

Language

February 2027

Start date

5.200€

Tuition fee

60 ECTS

Credits

Train as an expert in teaching Spanish and meet international demand

Teach Spanish to students from diverse cultures and levels, adapting your classes to the needs of each student.

Get ready to work in a global environment where interest in Spanish continues to grow.

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Curriculum

Discover how your passion can be transformed into knowledge. Explore the courses that will prepare you to make a difference from day one

See Subjects

1. Fundamentals of Linguistics View material (PDF)

	CAR	SEM	CRD
Fundamentals of Second Language Teaching and Learning View the teacher's guide	OB	1 SEM	4
The Sociocultural Component in the Spanish as a Second Language (ESL) Classroom View the teacher's guide	OB	1 SEM	4

2. The Linguistic System of Spanish View material (PDF)

	CAR	SEM	CRD
Teaching Grammar View the teacher's guide	OB	1 SEM	4
The Lexicon and Phonetics of Spanish View the teacher's guide	OB	1 SEM	4
Macro-language skills in Spanish View the teacher's guide	OB	1 SEM	4

3. Teaching Innovation and Introduction to Research in Spanish as a Foreign Language (ELE) View material (PDF)

	CAR	SEM	CRD
Innovation and Research in Spanish as a Foreign Language (ELE) View the teacher's guide	OB	1 SEM	4

4. Creation, development, and evaluation of ELE courses View material (PDF)

	CAR	SEM	CRD
Planning and Evaluation of ELE Courses View the teacher's guide	OB	1 SEM	4
Analysis and Production of Instructional Materials View the teacher's guide	OB	2 SEM	4
New Technologies in the Spanish as a Second Language Classroom View the teacher's guide	OB	2 SEM	4

5. Curriculum Design for Spanish for Specific Purposes View material (PDF)

	CAR	SEM	CRD
Spanish for Immigrants View the teacher's guide	OB	2 SEM	3
Spanish for Specific Purposes View the teacher's guide	OB	2 SEM	3

6. Research Focus View material (PDF)

	CAR	SEM	CRD
Research Methodology in Spanish as a Foreign Language (ELE) View the teacher's guide	OP	2 SEM	6

7. Career Guidance View material (PDF)

	CAR	SEM	CRD
External Internships View the teacher's guide	OP	2 SEM	6

8. Master's Thesis View material (PDF)

	CAR	SEM	CRD
Master's thesis View the teacher's guide	Master's thesis	2 SEM	12

Career opportunities

This training broadens your opportunities, preparing you to work in highly demanding and high-profile environments.

Acquire the skills necessary to teach pronunciation, vocabulary, grammar, and discourse elements of Spanish to non-native speakers.
Learn how to design lesson plans, instructional units, and activities for ELE classes.
You will learn about various language assessment tools and procedures and choose the ones best suited for teaching Spanish as a foreign language (ELE).

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105 hours

These courses are worth 6 ECTS credits for active participation, during which students will join work teams at external institutions as full-fledged professionals to gain the experience and skills necessary for professional practice.

The student may propose an internship site to the University, and provided that the site meets the necessary requirements to serve as an internship site for this master's program, an agreement will be signed to establish the educational partnership.

Requirements

Degree

University degrees in education: Early Childhood Education, Primary Education, Social Education, Pedagogy, Educational Psychology, Psychology.
Degrees in Philology, Modern Languages, Applied Languages, Translation and Interpreting, Humanities.
Students who have completed the Master's Degree in Teacher Training for Secondary Education (ESO and Bachillerato), Vocational Training (FP), and Language Teaching, or the Certificate of Pedagogical Competence (CAP).

Limited places

The number of spots is limited due to the hands-on and personalized nature of the training. We recommend that you begin the admissions process as soon as possible.

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Why study at UFV?

Flexibility

You can access face-to-face, blended, or online master's degrees that allow you to combine your studies with your work schedule and personal life.

Specialization

Gain access to a wide range of master's degrees designed based on real market needs, allowing you to specialize in the most in-demand areas.

Employability

We have numerous agreements in place that facilitate job placement and help students find employment easily after completing their studies.

Training with values

Engage in a person-centered educational model that fosters ethical values, critical thinking, and a commitment to the common good.

Expert Faculty

We have a high-level faculty in all academic areas, offering practical and experiential training in the professional world at all times.

Technical Requirements

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A second additional camera (a cell phone camera can be used).

Compatible operating systems include:

Windows: 11 and 10
Mac: 10.12 to 12.0+
Chromebook: Chromebook extension

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A unique campus

A campus covering more than 23 hectares with leisure and learning spaces, faculties, and green areas designed to provide a very special university experience.

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Easily accessible

Getting to UFV is easy. From Madrid, you can get there by several bus lines or by using the carpool option on the app.

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Sports Center

Train at fully equipped sports facilities with a gym, swimming pools, courts, and guided activities designed to improve your well-being.

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Spaces for innovation

You will have access to advanced laboratories, clinical simulators, and research centers that enhance professional practice from day one.

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Libraries and Study Areas

Gain access to well-equipped libraries and individual and group workspaces that facilitate your learning and projects on campus.

Price

Scholarships and Financial Aid

At UFV, we believe in your potential and in people. That's why we are one of the universities with the highest percentage of scholarship students.

The graduate school offers a wide programme scholarships and financial aid, taking into account your academic excellence, talents, and personal circumstances.

Total amount

5.200€

Reservation fee: €1,800
Tuition: 3,400€

Faculty and Expert Professionals

General information about the degree program

Name: Master's Degree in Teaching Spanish to Foreigners

Schools where the course is offered: Graduate School and Continuing Education

Field of study: Social and Legal Sciences

Field of study: Educational Sciences

Format: Online

Language: Spanish

Total number of credits: 60 ECTS credits

Verified seats: 250

Implementation Timeline: 2017–2018 School Year, pursuant to Royal Decree 1393/2007

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