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:
| Course ID | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| 3000-Level (3 courses, 9 credits) | ||
| Select one of the following four courses: | 3 | |
| Spanish Grammar and Writing 1 | ||
| Spanish Gram & Writ Business | ||
| Span Gram & Writ Medical Prof | ||
| Spanish Grammar and Writing for the Legal Professions | ||
| Select one of the following three courses: | 3 | |
| Introduction to Latin American Cultures | ||
| Intro to Spanish Culture | ||
| Intro Topics Hispanic Cultures | ||
| Select one of the following two courses: | 3 | |
| Span & Lat Amer Lit & Cultures | ||
| Spanish & Lat Amer Lit & Film | ||
| 4000-Level (5 courses, 15 credits) | ||
| SPAN 4060 | Pre 20th Century Reading 2 | 3 |
| Select any 4 courses at the 4000-level 3 | 12 | |
| 6000-Level (3 courses + writing intensive, 10 credits) | ||
| Select any 2 courses at the 6000-level | 6 | |
| SPAN 6850 | Senior Seminar | 4 |
| Total Credit Hours | 34 | |
- 1
SPAN 3040 Spanish Grammar and Writing (3 c.h.) is a prerequisite for all other 3000 level courses; it may be taken in the same semester as other 3000 level courses.
- 2
SPAN 4060 Pre 20th Century Reading (3 c.h.) is a prerequisite for all other courses at the 4000-level and above. This course may be taken simultaneously with the last 3000-level course or any other 4000-level course.
- 3
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, although two sequential classes may be taken simultaneously (except 3040 or 3050 or 3060 which are prerequisites for other courses at 3000 level).
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. 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, 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.