Master´s Degree in Bilingual Education

• Possess and understand knowledge that provides the foundation or opportunity to be original in the development and/or application of ideas, often in a research context.
• That students know how to apply the knowledge acquired and their ability to solve problems in new or little-known environments within broader (or multidisciplinary) contexts related to their area of study.
• That students are able to integrate knowledge and face the complexity of formulating judgments based on information that, being incomplete or limited, includes reflections on the social and ethical responsibilities linked to the application of their knowledge and judgments.
• That students know how to communicate their conclusions, as well as the knowledge and ultimate reasons that support them, to specialized and non-specialized audiences in a clear and unambiguous way.
• That students possess the learning skills that allow them to continue studying in a way that will be largely self-directed or autonomous.

• GC1 Know, and know how to apply, the theories, linguistic models and methodologies of FL teaching in a class.
• GC2 Know the specific problems of FL teaching, both linguistic and cultural in a bilingual teaching environment.
• GC3 Apply the knowledge acquired in terms of making appropriate decisions in relation to the different factors involved in the processes of learning and teaching FL.
• GC4 Be able to carry out a critical analysis, evaluation and summary of new and complex ideas that allow autonomy in education and continuous updating of knowledge in the field of FL teaching.
• GC5 Be able to transmit social and cultural values in accordance with multilingual and multicultural current affairs.
• GC6 Know how to communicate with colleagues from the academic community and with society in general about their areas of knowledge in the field of bilingual education.
• GC7 Acquire basic theoretical knowledge aimed at establishing an informed teaching practice in the field of bilingual education.
• GC8 Know the legislation and regulations regarding the management and organization of bilingual centers.
• GC9 Analyze the psychological processes and the factors that intervene in the learning of a FL.
• GC10 Know and apply basic methodologies and techniques of educational research in the field of bilingual education.

• SC1 Design integrated curricula within their area of knowledge along with linguistic content to develop English/Spanish bilingual teaching programs.
• SC2 Create and adapt didactic materials for bilingual English/Spanish teaching, graduating the linguistic level and with sensitivity to the different learning rhythms, adapting the authentic material and turning it into didactic material.
• SC3 Know the necessary planning and evaluation instruments in the teaching/learning of English/Spanish.
• SC4 Develop and apply teaching methodologies adapted to the diversity of students in a bilingual English/Spanish environment.
• SC5 Assess both linguistic and sociocultural content in bilingual English/Spanish teaching.
• SC6 Incorporate new strategies, teaching materials and information technologies to the activities in the English/Spanish bilingual classroom.
• SC7 Incorporate the knowledge acquired in the master's degree in the development of planning, defense and implementation work in the field of Bilingual Education.
• SC8 Be able to use specialized terminology in English and Spanish in the field of second language acquisition.
• SC9 Be able to assess, select and use literary texts suitable for the development of linguistic competence and the approximation to the socio-cultural context of FL (Spanish/English).
• SC10 Be able to communicate fluently at C1 level of the CEFR.
• SC11 Be able to apply different strategies for teaching communication skills (interaction and oral and written production and reception) according to the characteristics of FL learners.
• SC12 Know the different variables of the FL teaching/learning process from the perspective of the student and their communicative needs; of the process itself; of its continuous and certifying evaluation.
• SC13 Know, and know how to apply, the advantages of the communicative approach and task-based learning for linguistic interaction in English and Spanish.
• SC14 Know the teaching/learning methodology based on Content and Language Integrated Learning (CLIL) and design and develop didactic activities based on said methodology.
• SC15 Know the curricular elements, the methodology and the objectives of the area of Social Sciences.
• SC16 Be able to adapt the contents to the diversity of the students for the area of Social Sciences, Geography and History.
• SC17 Be able to use the most appropriate teaching techniques for the area of Social Sciences, Geography and History.
• SC18 Know the curricular elements, the methodology and the objectives of the area of Natural and Social Sciences in a bilingual environment.
• SC19 Be able to adapt the contents to the diversity of the students for the area of Natural and Social Sciences.
• SC20 Be able to use the most appropriate teaching techniques for the area of Natural and Social Sciences.
• SC21 Know the curricular elements, the methodology and the objectives of the area of Artistic Education in a bilingual environment.
• SC22 Be able to adapt the contents to the diversity of the students for the area of Artistic Education.
• SC23 Be able to use the most appropriate teaching techniques for the area of Artistic Education.
• SC24 Know the curricular elements, the methodology and the objectives of the Technology area in a bilingual environment.
• SC25 Be able to adapt the contents to the diversity of the students for the Technology area.
• SC26 Be able to use the most appropriate teaching techniques for the Technology area.
• SC27 Know the curricular elements, the methodology and the objectives of the area of Natural Sciences (Biology, Geology, Physics and Chemistry) in a bilingual environment.
• SC28 Be able to adapt the contents to the diversity of Natural Sciences students (Biology, Geology, Physics and Chemistry).
• SC29 Be able to use the most appropriate teaching techniques for the area of Natural Sciences (Biology, Geology, Physics and Chemistry).
• SC30 Know the curricular elements, the methodology and the objectives of the area of Literature and culture in the English language in a bilingual environment.
• SC31 Be able to adapt the contents to the diversity of students in the area of Literature and culture in the English language.
• SC32 Be able to use the most appropriate didactic techniques for the area of Literature and culture in the English language.
• SC33 Know and analyze the organization of Bilingual Education centers and the diversity of actions that comprise their operation.
• SC34 Know quality educational management models and their application in schools.
• SC35 Know and analyze the current educational legislation regarding bilingual and multilingual education.
• SC36 Show abilities to investigate different aspects of teaching in bilingual environments.
• SC37 Prepare, use and interpret the basic and most used educational indicators to describe the situation of educational institutions.
• SC38 Become familiar with the design, development and evaluation of educational research on the teaching and learning of foreign languages/second languages.

As established in article 16 of RD 1393/2007, modified by RD 861/2010, students who meet any of the following conditions may access these studies:

• Have an official Spanish university degree, or another degree issued by an institution of higher education of the European Higher Education Area that grants access to Master's studies in the country issuing that degree.
• Graduates of educational systems outside the European Higher Education Area may access without the need for the homologation of their degrees, after verification by the University that they accredit a level of training equivalent to the corresponding official Spanish university degrees, and that they grants access, in the country issuing their degree, to postgraduate education.
• The access by this means will not imply, in any case, the homologation of interested party's previous degree, nor its recognition for other purposes than that of taking the Master's studies. In cases where the homologation of any degree, diploma or study obtained abroad for access to the University is required, Antonio de Nebrija University may conditionally admit students who accredit having submitted the corresponding application for its homologation while the procedure is resolved.
• In the case of students with special educational needs derived from disability, the need for possible curricular adaptations, itineraries or alternative studies will be assessed.

Form of submission of the necessary documentation for admission.

In general, the admission documentation will be submitted to the Admissions Department.

The student must provide the originals or certified copies of the documentation submitted within a period established by the University in order to formalize their enrollment. Any inaccuracy, falseness or omission of the data, statement or document provided by the student in the admission period will imply the impossibility of him/her continuing to exercise the right from the moment the University has proof of these facts, proceeding to the cancellation of the application for admission and the place that was awarded, without prejudice to any criminal, civil or administrative responsibilities that may arise.

In order to access the official university master's degrees, it is necessary to submit the following documentation:

• Completed Admission Application.
• ID document (D.N.I.) or valid passport.
• 1 passport-size photograph.
• Academic Record with the grades of the studies that grant access to the Master's degree.
• Certified photocopy of the degree of the official Spanish university or receipt thereof.

Foreign students:

• Certified photocopy of the official degree issued by a foreign higher education institution belonging to the European Higher Education Area (EHEA) that grants access to official master's education in the issuing country.
• Certified photocopy of the official degree issued in a foreign education system not belonging to the EHEA. In this case, access will be conditioned to the verification that the studies completed correspond to a level of training equivalent to that of the official Spanish university degrees, and that they qualify to access official master's degrees in the issuing country. This procedure does not imply, in any case, the homologation of the previous degree, nor its recognition for any purpose other than to access the master's degree studies.
• Only in the case that it is necessary, the foreign student will be asked for a letter issued by the University in which he/she has completed the level that grants access to the Master's studies in the country issuing the degree.

In the event that the studies used to access the pre-registration of the Master's Degree are taken in an institution of Foreign Higher Education, both the degree and the academic record (grades) must be official and issued by the competent authorities, in agreement with the legal system of the country of origin.

If the number of applicants exceeds the number of places offered, the student's academic record (average grade) will be taken as admission criteria.

Therefore, all those interested in accessing the studies of the Master's Degree in Bilingual Education must submit, without exception, their academic record, as it will be the average grade that decides their admission to the Master's degree, in the event that the number of applications exceed the number of places offered.

Once the places are full, in the case of having more people interested in accessing the degree, they will remain on the waiting list in the event of possible open spots that may arise before the beginning of the course, applying the admission and selection criteria detailed in point 4 for the rest of applicants.

In addition to the evaluation of the academic merits provided by the candidate (40%), students must take the following tests that are part of the admission process.

• Foreign language level test (40%)
  In order to know the students' real level of knowledge of the foreign language, the Institute of Modern Languages performs a language positioning test. The level tests consist of a written exam with multiple-choice questions, oral and written comprehension, and use of the language. They are taken both in-person and online (20%).
  It will not be necessary for the candidate to take the language positioning test if he/she submits certification that proves knowledge of a foreign language (English) with B2 level of the CEFR. The accreditation of the level will be validated through the official diplomas admitted in the certificates table of ACLES.
  All candidates will also conduct an interview in English with the program director/coordinator (20%).
• Personal interview (20%)
  Conducted by the person in charge of the Academic Program or by advisors of the University, this interview is oriented to verify the suitability and profile of the candidate in accordance with the degree. This means determining if the candidate has sufficient motivation, training and knowledge, Competences, aptitudes, communication Competences, extracurricular activities and future interests necessary to be admitted as a student in the postgraduate courses of Nebrija University.

A Preparation Course will be offered on the essential basic concepts and Competences (indicated below), to guarantee the success of those admitted in the different subjects of the Educational Period, which correspond to the 60 ECTS credits of the Master's Degree in Bilingual Education. The preparation course consists of two parts:

• Linguistics applied to language teaching: Basic contents of Psycholinguistics, Sociolinguistics and Pragmatics.
• Teaching English as a foreign language:
  • Didactic reflection on vocabulary and grammar
  • Initiation to the CLIL methodology