Spanish Minor

The curriculum includes a wide range of classes that cover:

  • Elementary, intermediate, and advanced language skills
  • Cultural knowledge and understanding
  • Literature in Spanish

As you progress in these classes, you'll develop cultural, literary, and linguistic competence. In addition, the program will equip you with the skills you need to pursue a higher degree or career in Spanish.

Minor Requirements

Required Courses (21 credits)

Fundamentals (18 credits)

SPAN 113Elementary Spanish I

3.00

SPAN 114Elementary Spanish II

3.00

SPAN 213Intermediate Spanish I

3.00

SPAN 214Intermediate Spanish II

3.00

SPAN 301Third Year Spanish Composition and Conversation I

3.00

SPAN 302Third Year Spanish Composition and Conversation II

3.00

Elective (3 credits)

Select one from the following:

SPAN 117Spanish for Educators

3.00

SPAN 118Spanish for Business Professionals

3.00

SPAN 304Introduction to Hispanic Linguistics

3.00

SPAN 321Spanish Culture & Civilization

3.00

SPAN 341Introduction to Spanish Literature I

3.00

SPAN 343Introduction to Spanish American Literature I

3.00

Placement or Credit by Exam

The department may approve and facilitate placement exam or credit by exam. A placement exam advances qualified students to classes appropriate to skill level, but does not grant credit for waived classes. Students placing out of classes will be required to complete 18 total credits, by selecting from the list of elective courses above.