The Department of Spanish and Portuguese is dedicated to the study of languages, literatures, and cultures of Latin America and the Iberian Peninsula. Our department offers a wide variety of undergraduate classes, from basic language instruction in Spanish and Portuguese to upper-level courses in literature, culture, and film. Undergraduates may pursue majors and minors in Spanish and Portuguese, or a Joint Major in Spanish and Portuguese.
The major in Spanish consists of 34 credits (11 courses + writing intensive) to be distributed in the following manner:
Pending approval, relevant internships may count as a one credit elective but do not count towards the major or minor.
Sequence of Courses
All courses in the major must be taken in sequence. Students may not receive credit for courses taken out of sequence.
Double Majors
Double majors must complete 31 credits (10 courses + writing intensive) in the Spanish major, with a reduction of one 6000-level course. Majors may receive credit for one course taught in English.
Native and Heritage Speakers
Native speakers of Spanish begin the major with SPAN 4060 Hispanic Literary Foundations (3 c.h.). Additionally, they complete any seven courses at the 4000 level, as well as the three requirements at the 6000 level.
Native speakers complete the minor with SPAN 4060 Hispanic Literary Foundations (3 c.h.), plus five additional 4000-level courses.
Native speakers may not enroll in courses at the 3000 level.
Heritage speakers of Spanish must meet with the Director of Undergraduate Studies to determine their placement in the program.
Program String and Field of Study: LABA_UG, SPAN
Catalog addenda note: Minor edits were made to this program on 5/30/2025.