Spanish Minor

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About the Program

This program prepares students to communicate effectively in Spanish and to engage with Hispanic cultures in professional, academic, and informal contexts. It provides students with the opportunity to develop linguistic proficiency, intercultural competence, and an understanding of the diverse cultures of the Spanish-speaking world. The curriculum emphasizes language development and cultural analysis, while allowing students to tailor their studies through elective options. Heritage speakers and students with prior experience in Spanish may place into higher levels through assessment or earn credits via the AP, IB, or CLEP exams.

Program Requirements

This minor is a total of 20-21 credits.
A grade of “C-” or better is required for each course in this program to count toward the minor. Students should note that programs differ in the minimum grade required.
Consult with an advisor to plan your studies.

Intermediate Studies Courses: 11-12 credits

Selective three of the following foundational courses.

SPA 2010 - Intermediate Spanish I Credits: 4
SPA 2020 - Intermediate Spanish II Credits: 4
Recommended for heritage speakers:
SPA 2750 - Spanish in Context: Grammar, Identity, and Professional Voice Credits: 3
SPA 2120 - Spanish Reading and Communication Credits: 4

Advanced Studies Courses: 9 credits

Select a course in each category.

Language in Context
SPA 3110 - Advanced Conversation Credits: 3
or
SPA 3150 - Spanish Phonetics: Theory and Practice Credits: 3
Reading and Analysis
SPA 3250 - Introduction to Literary Studies in Spanish Credits: 3
or
SPA 3910 - Create in Spanish Credits: 3
Cultural Competence
SPA 3200 - Culture and Civilization of Spain Credits: 3
or
SPA 3210 - Spanish-American Culture and Civilization Credits: 3
or
SPA 3220 - Folklore and Culture of the Mexican Southwest Credits: 3
or
SPA 3600 - Culture through Film: Variable Topics Credits: 3

Summary of Requirements

Intermediate Studies Courses	11-12 credits
Advanced Studies Courses	9 credits
Total for the Spanish Minor	20-21 credits