Spanish is truly a global language with over 400 million native speakers. As we travel more and more – for work and leisure – the language is becoming increasingly important. Do you speak Spanish and would you like to teach it to others? Then our Teacher Education in Spanish programme is for you!

Why study at HU?

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Teacher Education in Spanish is a four-year programme in an international setting that joins our successful international Language Education programmes for English and German, as well as French. You will be taught in English and Spanish by our experienced lecturers and get to enjoy Utrecht's vibrant student life. You will have frequent and intensive contact with the Spanish-speaking world. Internships at Dutch schools are also a vital and highly educational part of the programme.

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Start September
Application Deadline Students living in the Netherlands who don't require immigration/visa services from HU: 1 May

Non-EU students living outside the Netherlands who require immigration/visa services from HU: 31 May

Students with an EU/EEA nationality who live outside the Netherlands; Students with a residence permit for study purposes currently enrolled at another educational institution: 1 August
Location Padualaan 97 Utrecht
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Croho-name B Teacher Education in Spanish
Croho-code 35255
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During the programme

¡Olé! Dive into the Spanish language

During this four-year programme you'll learn about teaching methodology, literature and culture of the Spanish-speaking countries, linguistics, and second language acquisition. Furthermore, you will study pedagogics and gain practical experience through internships.

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After your graduation

A career as a Spanish teacher

You are prepared for a successful career in education. Spanish is a global language with over 400 million native speakers, and is still expected to grow. That gives a lot of opportunities for language teachers: within Dutch secondary or vocational education, or at language schools.

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Attend one of our study choice events to find out if this programme is the perfect fit. Meet us online or come visit us in Utrecht!

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Want an overview of this programme? In the factsheet you'll find all about the programme in one handy document.

Admission requirements Teacher Education in Spanish

Applying after secondary school?

If you want to start with the Teacher Education in Spanish degree programme, you need to have a secondary school diploma at a sufficient level and English proficiency of at least CEFR level B1. You also need to command Spanish at CEFR level A2 or higher. A language test is part of the admission process. Of course, love for Spanish and teaching is a must!

Applying without a diploma?

Are you 21 years or older and you don't have a (sufficient) diploma? Then you'll need to take an admission test.

Does this programme suit you?

  • ¿Español? Sí

    You speak Spanish and cannot wait to master the language and share your knowledge and skills with teens and young adults.

  • Sociable

    You enjoy being surrounded by others, have an affinity with young people and possess great communicative and social skills.

  • Curious

    You are passionate about Spanish language and culture. You enjoy reading and writing and are curious about other cultures.

"The experienced Spanish teachers are a plus!"

Danique Dekker
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Interested in the Bachelor's programme Teacher Education in Spanish?