Updated on Aug 2, 2022 05:09 IST

A career in a foreign language is full of possibilities. There are many benefits of learning a foreign language, such as getting new job opportunities, better personality development, the fun of travelling across the globe and getting to know the cultures of different countries of the world.

Types of Spanish Courses- UG & PG

Full-Time Courses: This is a classroom-based undergraduate degree or a postgraduate degree course that has a three-year or two-year course duration respectively. Apart from these, candidates can also pursue various Diploma or PG diploma courses in Spanish. 

Online Courses: There are many MOOC platforms which offer online courses in the Spanish language. These are better options for those candidates who are short of time or want to pursue a part-time course. These online courses are of both long and short duration.  

Certificate Courses: These courses are usually offered by universities and colleges as short-term courses, which are of three to nine months duration.

Popular Spanish Courses

The popular UG and PG level Spanish courses are given below: 

Popular Courses Duration
BA in Spanish 3 years
MA in Spanish 2 years
MPhil in Spanish 2 years
PhD in Spanish 2-4 years
PG Diploma in Spanish 1-2 year

Degree Courses in Spanish- UG

UG courses in the Spanish language can be pursued after 10+2. Check the details of the UG courses below:

Duration 3 years
Eligibility 10+2 from a recognised board
Admission Process Entrance based/Merit based
Fees Upto INR 50,000

 

Online Courses in Spanish

Many MOOC platforms like upGrad, Coursera, edX, among others offer online courses in the Spanish language. The eligibility criteria for such courses is 10+2 in any stream from a recognised board. In an online course, candidates need not attend physical classes; however, the lectures are delivered in an online mode. After completion of the course, the degree is disbursed in the name of the qualifier. Some of the online courses are given below:

Courses Online Platform
Spanish Language for Beginners Udemy
Spanish Language Learning Coursera
Spanish Language Alison
Basic Spanish Language edX

Diploma Courses in Spanish

UG diploma courses in the Spanish language are also a popular choice among the candidates after degree courses. The Diploma courses are usually for one year. The eligibility criteria for Diploma courses is 10+2 passed in any stream. Usually there is no entrance test conducted for admission to diploma courses. The Diploma courses are tabulated below:

Diploma in Spanish Diploma in Spanish Language Advance Diploma in Spanish
Online Diploma in Spanish Diploma in Foreign Language (Spanish) Basic Certificate in General Language Course (Spanish)
Diploma Inicial Course of Spanish Language Diploma Superior Course of Spanish Language --

Degree Courses in Spanish – PG

PG courses in the Spanish language can be pursued after completion of a UG course with Spanish as a subject. The details are tabulated below:

Duration 2 years
Eligibility UG from a recognised university
Admission Process Entrance based/Merit based
Fees Upto INR 1 Lakh

 

Certificate Courses in Spanish

Candidates who wishes to pursue a short term or a certificate course can opt for below mentioned courses:

Duration 1 month to 1-year
Eligibility 10+2 from a recognised board
Admission Process Direct admission
Fees INR 5,000- 50,000

The popular certificate courses are given below:

  • Certificate in Spanish
  • Certificate in Foreign Language (Spanish)
  • Online Certificate in Spanish
  • Certificate Programme in Spanish
  • Intensive Certificate in Spanish
  • Certificate of Proficiency in Spanish Language (Level I and II)
  • Certificate in Spanish (Beginners)
  • Certificate in Spanish (Higher Certificate)
  • Certificate in Spanish (Advanced)

Proficiency Tests For Spanish

Candidates can appear in official examinations to certify their knowledge of Spanish language. The two such tests of proficiency in Spanish are:

  • DELE Diplomas of Spanish
  • The Certificate of the International Service for Spanish Language Assessment SIELE 

FAQs on Spanish Courses

What are the course duration and eligibility criteria for a certificate course in Spanish?

Usually the duration of certificate courses in the Spanish language ranges from three months to one year. The students willing to take admission in a certificate course must pass 10+2 in any stream from a recognised board.

In which fields can I apply for a job after doing a certificate course in Spanish?

Candidates can work as an interpreter, technical translator, teacher, business analyst etc.

Which are the popular Spanish courses?

Some of the popular courses in Spanish include BA in Spanish, MA in Spanish, MPhil in Spanish, PG Diploma in Spanish etc.

Are there any specific subjects required to pursue a postgraduate degree in Spanish?

Yes, you must have completed bachelor's degree in Spanish as the main subject to pursue a PG degree in Spanish.

What are the essential skills one should focus on for a successful career in the Spanish language?

Some of the skills that a candidate aiming to build a career in the Spanish language must possess include flair for languages, dedication, patience, good communication skills and reading, speaking and listening skills.

Do online Spanish courses have a scope?

Yes, many candidates pursue online Spanish language courses as they are more flexible and time-saving.

What are the popular colleges in India to pursue a course in the Spanish language?

Which are the proficiency tests available for Spanish language?

Instituto Cervantes offer two examinations DELE Diplomas of Spanish and SIELE (Servicio Internacional de Evaluación de la Lengua Española) for the Spanish language.

What are the eligibility criteria to pursue PhD in Spanish?

You must have completed MA/MPhil in Spanish with a minimum of 60% aggregate marks.

Which platforms offer online courses in Spanish?

Candidates can pursue online courses in Spanish through MOOC platforms like edX, Coursera, Udemy, Alison etc.

Table of contents
  • Popular Spanish Colleges in India
  • Popular Private Spanish Colleges in India
  • Popular Exams
  • Most Popular Courses
  • Popular Spanish UG Courses
  • Popular Spanish PG Courses

Popular Spanish Colleges in India

Following are the most popular Spanish Colleges in India. Learn more about these Spanish colleges (Courses, Reviews, Answers & more) by downloading the Brochure.

#1 NIRF

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#3 NIRF

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2 Courses
17 K
5 LPA

#11 NIRF

3 Courses
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#21 NIRF

2 Courses
17 K

#26 NIRF

Popular Private Spanish Colleges in India

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#1 NIRF

18.5 K

#3 NIRF

1 Course
17 K

#2 NIRF

2 Courses
17 K
5 LPA

#11 NIRF

Popular Exams

Following are the top exams for Spanish. Students interested in pursuing a career on Spanish, generally take these important exams.You can also download the exam guide to get more insights.

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CPGET 2026 Notification

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CPGET 2026 Registration

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Mar '26

CUET 2026 Application Process

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May '26 - Jun '26

CUET 2026 Exam

TENTATIVE

Nov '25

SAT Registration Deadline for November Test

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Mar '26

PUBDET 2026 Applications

TENTATIVE

10 Sep ' 25

PUBDET 2025 2nd Round Seat Allotment

Popular Spanish UG Courses

Following are the most popular Spanish UG Courses . You can explore the top Colleges offering these UG Courses by clicking the links below.

UG Courses

Popular Spanish PG Courses

Following are the most popular Spanish PG Courses . You can explore the top Colleges offering these PG Courses by clicking the links below.

PG Courses

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Answered 2 months ago

Yes, listed below are the top government MA in Spanish colleges in India along with their tuition fees:

Public/Govt. Colleges

Tuition Fee

Jawaharlal Nehru University Admission

INR 432

IGNOU Admission

INR 21,400

Delhi University Admission

INR 480

Doon University Admission

INR 40,000

Disclaimer: This information is sourced from the official website and may vary.

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Tasbiya Khan

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 2 months ago

Yes, joining the top MA Spanish colleges in India can be worthwhile for you. For that, you need to check its ROI listed below:

Top Colleges

Tuition Fee

Average Placement Package

Jawaharlal Nehru University MA Courses

INR 432

INR 9.5 LPA

Delhi University MA Courses

INR 480

INR 16 LPA

Doon University MA Courses

INR 40,000

INR 6.5 LPA

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Tasbiya Khan

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 2 months ago

Yes, listed below are the top MA in Spanish colleges in India along with their tuition fees:

Low-cost Colleges

Tuition Fee

Jawaharlal Nehru University

INR 432

IGNOU

INR 21,400

Delhi University

INR 480

Doon University

INR 40,000

Disclaimer: This information is sourced from the official website and may vary.

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Tasbiya Khan

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 2 months ago

As per poularity basis, listed below are the top MA Spanish colleges in India along with their tuition fees:

Top Colleges

Tuition Fee

Jawaharlal Nehru University

INR 432

IGNOU

INR 21,400

Delhi University

INR 480

AMU

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Doon University

INR 40,000

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Tasbiya Khan

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