Spanish is a language spoken in as many as 20 countries including Latin America, and by as many as three hundred million people. In this department, students are expected not only to understand Spanish culture and the national characteristics, but also to acquire a broad ability to communicate with people in Spain and in other Latin America countries.

During the first two years, mainly in Basic Spanish 1 & 2, small classes of 30 people practice the four skills of listening comprehension, speaking, reading, and writing. Ultimately, students will gain a mastery of daily conversation. Also, reading is given a high priority. Therefore students can acquire a wide range of knowledge and therefore be able to clearly decide upon a specific field of study in the last two years. They will pursue their Spanish proficiency through this field with the help of specialized instruction.

As for acquiring Spanish, the grammar is rather more difficult than pronunciation for the Japanese. In the department, the comprehensive understanding of the grammar is the goal; the teachers, themselves, expand the text to improve the lessons. There are a lot of native Spanish teachers and their relationships with students are very close. Students have many chances to speak to them outside of the classroom. That is, students can promote their practical ability to speak even outside of the classroom.

On the surface, Spain is famous for Flamenco dancing and bullfights. But the university expects students to learn not only about the cultural aspects but also the underlying way of thinking and feeling of the peoples of Spain and Latin America but their real culture. For that purpose, various classes such as economics, culture, and philosophy are offered.