(36-49 credits)
An academic major is offered in Spanish language and literature for students in liberal arts or elementary education (Early Childhood & Childhood Education; Early Childhood Studies) programs. A student is admitted to the major upon completion of Intermediate Spanish or placement.
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Basic Language Courses (13 Credits) 1 | ||
| SPA101 | Elementary Spanish 1 | 3 |
| SPA102 | Elementary Spanish 2 | 3 |
| SPA201 | Intermediate Spanish 1 | 3 |
| SPA202 | Intermediate Spanish 2 | 4 |
| Additional Required Courses (27 Credits) | ||
| SPA301 | Communication and Culture in Spanish 2 | 4 |
| SPA361 | Communication and Writing in Spanish 2 | 4 |
| SPA365 | The Culture and Civilization of Spain | 4 |
| SPA372 | Culture of Latin America | 4 |
| SPA375 | Survey of Spanish Literature | 4 |
| SPA376 | Survey of Latin American Literature | 4 |
| Select one of the following: | 3 | |
| Spanish Phonetics and Oral Practice | ||
| Advanced Spanish Composition | ||
| Advanced Spanish Grammar | ||
| Required Electives (9 Credits) | ||
| Each major is required to complete by advisement three (3) courses in Spanish at the 400 or 500 level. | 9 | |
| Total Credits | 49 | |
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Students with prior training or experience in Spanish may obtain waivers for one or more of the basic language courses listed above, after consultation with the Department of Languages, Literatures & Cultures. Any waivers obtained will reduce the total credits required to complete the major. (At least 36 credits are required.)
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Students whose home language is Spanish may substitute SPA315 Spanish for Native Speakers for either SPA301 Communication and Culture in Spanish or SPA361 Communication and Writing in Spanish.
Study Abroad in Spain and Ecuador
Summer Program in Oviedo, Spain
In cooperation with the Department of Languages, Literatures & Cultures and the University of Oviedo, the Center for International Programs offers an intensive program at the University of Oviedo for undergraduate and graduate students and teachers of Spanish (Elementary and Secondary Education). The program includes active instruction in language, phonetics, history, culture and literature. Formal instruction will be augmented by seminars, field trips, movies, plays, and public lectures. Students will have the final ten days free to travel at their own expense.
Summer Program in Quayaquil, Ecuador
In cooperation with the Department of Languages, Literatures & Cultures and the Universidad de Especialidades Espiritu Santo, the Center for International Programs offers a program of study in Spanish language and the history, geography, and literature of Latin America at the University of Espiritu Santo. Internship opportunities are available.
Academic Year Program in Seville, Spain
In cooperation with the Department of Languages, Literatures & Cultures, the Center for International Programs offers an academic-year program at the University of Seville to qualified undergraduate and graduate students. Spanish majors will be able to select from a wide variety of courses in Spanish language, literature, culture, civilization and social sciences. Courses in other languages and disciplines may also be taken. Non-majors may attend if they are fluent in Spanish. Prerequisite: SPA361 Communication and Writing in Spanish.
