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Spanish - Minor

Spanish - Minor

The Spanish minor enables students to develop skills in listening, speaking, reading and writing, as well as acquire knowledge of the literatures and cultures of Spain and Latin America. To achieve these goals, students study grammar, composition, speaking, Spanish and Spanish-American civilization and Spanish-American and Hispanic literature with emphasis on culture.

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Minor in Spanish

Â鶹ÊÓƵ's Minor in Spanish provides students with the opportunity to develop foundational language skills while exploring the rich cultural and historical contexts of Spanish-speaking regions. The program emphasizes proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing, alongside an understanding of Spanish literature, traditions, and contemporary issues. This minor complements a variety of majors, enhancing students' communication abilities and cultural awareness, which are valuable in fields such as education, international relations, business, and cultural studies. Graduates with this minor are well-equipped to engage effectively in diverse cultural settings and pursue opportunities in global contexts where Spanish language skills are an asset.

Program Information for Spanish - Minor

Coursework
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Program Requirements

Minor Requirements

Prerequisite Requirements 1
SPAN 18201
ELEMENTARY SPANISH I
SPAN 18202
ELEMENTARY SPANISH II
SPAN 28201
INTERMEDIATE SPANISH I
SPAN 28202
INTERMEDIATE SPANISH II
Minor Requirements
SPAN 38211SPANISH GRAMMAR AND COMPOSITION 3
SPAN 38213SPANISH READING AND CONVERSATION 3
SPAN 38421CIVILIZATION OF SPAIN 3
or SPAN 38424 CULTURE AND CIVILIZATION OF LATIN AMERICA
Spanish (SPAN) Upper-Division Electives (30000 or 40000 level)6
Spanish (SPAN) Upper-Division Elective (40000 level)3
Spanish Literature Elective, choose from the following:3
SPAN 38330
EARLY SPANISH LITERATURE (ELR) (WIC)
SPAN 38331
RECENT SPANISH LITERATURE (ELR) (WIC)
SPAN 38334
EARLY SPANISH-AMERICAN LITERATURE (ELR) (WIC)
SPAN 38335
RECENT SPANISH-AMERICAN LITERATURE (ELR) (WIC)
Minimum Total Credit Hours:21
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Prerequisites may be satisfied with demonstrated language proficiency.

Graduation Requirements

Minimum Minor GPA Minimum Overall GPA
2.000 2.000
  • Minimum 6 credit hours in the minor must be upper-division coursework (30000 and 40000 level).
  • Minimum 6 credit hours in the minor must be outside of the course requirements for any major or other minor the student is pursuing.
  • Minimum 50 percent of the total credit hours for the minor must be taken at Â鶹ÊÓƵ (in residence).

Program Note

  • Some courses in the Department of Modern and Classical Language Studies are offered on a rotating basis, and course availability may change at any time. Please see the program coordinator or your academic advisor for course planning.
Admissions for Spanish - Minor

Admission Requirements

Admission to a minor is open to students declared in a bachelor’s degree, the A.A.B. or A.A.S. degree or the A.T.S. degree (not Individualized Program major). Students declared only in the A.A. or A.S. degree or the A.T.S. degree in Individualized Program may not declare a minor. Students may not pursue a minor and a major in the same discipline.

Program Delivery
  • Delivery:
    • In person
  • Location:
    • Kent Campus

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