Certificate in Languages in Spanish: Fees & Entry Requirements at University of Canterbury, New Zealand

Certificate in Languages in Spanish

New Zealand

What will I learn?

If you are interested in languages and are studying an alternative degree programme at UC, you can do a course or two in your language of choice per year. The Certificate in Languages (CertLang) is also available to study part-time. Study Involve: Four courses at 100 and/or 200-level that can be completed in a minimum of 6 months full-time to 5 years part-time. Courses in the Certificate of Languages are introductory and no prior knowledge is required. Combine this Certificate with your other studies to gain knowledge in a language which can open up your future job prospects. Credits from this Certificate can be transferred to a Diploma in Languages or the Bachelor of Arts. Spanish is as universal as English with the largest concentrations of speakers in Spain, Latin America and the USA. Learning Spanish will not only open you up to their beautiful cultures, but also to job opportunities in many parts of the world. Study Involve: Staff will work closely with you in your language and Hispanic culture classes. Option to do an exchange with a Spanish university where you can practise your language and culture skills by studying abroad. You can study Spanish within a range of different bachelor’s degrees, or you can also add a certificate or diploma in Spanish language alongside your other studies.

Which department am I in?

Faculty of Arts

Study options

Full Time (6 Months)

Tuition fees
NZ$17,800.00 (8,95,868) per year
Start date

February 2027

Venue

UC Ilam Campus

20 Kirkwood Avenue,

Upper Riccarton,

Christchurch,

Canterbury,

8041, Canterbury Region, New Zealand

Full Time (6 Months)

Tuition fees
NZ$17,800.00 (8,95,868) per year
Start date

July 2027

Venue

UC Ilam Campus

20 Kirkwood Avenue,

Upper Riccarton,

Christchurch,

Canterbury,

8041, Canterbury Region, New Zealand

Entry requirements

For international students

To enrol in the certificate, you will need:

University Entrance (or equivalent). UC offers transition programmes for those who need help meeting these requirements.

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.

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