Spanish Requirements (BA/BS)

Major Requirements 1
Select six units of advanced Spanish language study6
SPANISH 321
& SPANISH 322
ADVANCED SPANISH LANGUAGE STUDY I
and ADVANCED SPANISH LANGUAGE STUDY II
or SPANISH 325
& SPANISH 326
 SPANISH FOR SPANISH SPEAKERS
and WRITING FOR SPANISH SPEAKERS
SPANISH 350SPANISH CIVILIZATION3
or SPANISH 360 SPANISH AMERICAN CIVILIZATION
Select three units of literature courses at the 300-level3
SPANISH 331
INTRODUCTION TO THE LITERATURE OF SPAIN I
SPANISH 332
INTRODUCTION TO THE LITERATURE OF SPAIN II
SPANISH 333
INTRODUCTION TO THE LITERATURE OF LATIN AMERICA I
SPANISH 334
INTRODUCTION TO THE LITERATURE OF LATIN AMERICA II
Select six units of Spanish literature courses at the 400-level6
SPANISH 451
SURVEY OF SPANISH LITERATURE
SPANISH 452
SURVEY OF SPANISH LITERATURE
SPANISH 453
SURVEY OF SPANISH AMERICAN LITERATURE
SPANISH 454
SURVEY OF SPANISH AMERICAN LITERATURE
SPANISH 481
SPANISH CLASSICS
SPANISH 483
CONTEMPORARY SPANISH AMERICAN NARRATIVE
SPANISH 484
WOMEN WRITERS OF SPAIN AND THE AMERICAS
Select additional units of Spanish (SPANISH or SPA) beyond 252 to reach 26 total units 28
Total Units26
1

An approved minor is required for this major.

2

SPANISH 493, SPANISH 496, SPANISH 497 and SPANISH 498 only with departmental approval.

Writing Proficiency - 3 units
ENGLISH 370ADVANCED COMPOSITION3

 Four-Year Plan: This four-year plan outlines a suggested curricular path for new students aiming to earn a degree within in four years. Please note that this plan represents just one of many paths to degree completion. 

First Year
FallUnitsSpringUnits
ENGLISH 10113ENGLISH 1023
CORE 140 or 1203MATH 1393
SPANISH 14124SPANISH 1424
Elective (SBS-E or SBS-S)3CORE 1303
INTRAUNV 1041PEGNRL 1921
 14 14
Second Year
FallUnitsSpringUnits
SPANISH 25134SPANISH 2524
CORE 1103COMM 1103
U.S. Racial/Ethnic Diversity Course (DV)3BA 300/400 Breadth Requirement Course3
University Requirement (NSW) 3Minor Course3
Minor Course43Minor Course3
 16 16
Third Year
FallUnitsSpringUnits
SPANISH 32153SPANISH 3223
300 Level Spanish Elective3SPANISH 350 or 3603
CORE 3903SPANISH 3902
Minor Course3Lab Science (NSWL) Course4-5
ENGLISH 3703Minor Course3
 15 15-16
Fourth Year
FallUnitsSpringUnits
400 Level Spanish Literature Course3400 Level Spanish Literature Course3
Spanish Elective3SPANISH 3902
Spanish Elective3Minor Course3
Minor Course3Electives To Reach 120 (If Needed)7-9
Minor Course3 
 15 15-17
Total Units: 120-123
1

The math and English courses you will take during your first year will depend on UW System placement exam scores or ACT/SAT subscores. This four-year plan reflects the math and English courses most common for students in this major. All students are encouraged to complete placement testing prior to attending Warhawks SOAR.  

2

Students with prior Spanish language experience should complete the UW System placement test to determine appropriate placement in the major. Heritage speakers are encourage to speak with the World Languages Coordinator for placement. This plan assumes no previous language experience in Spanish. Students who begin the major in higher-level Spanish courses have the opportunity to complete a double major, additional minor, or certificate programs within the 120 credits needed for graduation.

3

Students in the Spanish major may be interested in completing the Global Engagement certificate. To earn the Global Engagement Certificate, students must assemble a reflective portfolio as well as complete four globally-focused courses, achieve foreign language proficiency equivalent to four semesters at the college level, study/live abroad for six or more weeks, and attend six extra-curricular internationally focused
experiences on campus. 

4

This program requires a minor.  Students are encouraged to start thinking about selecting a minor in the second year.  

5

The Spanish major requires 17 credits of Spanish courses beyond Spanish 252, 6 credits of 400-level Spanish literature courses, and Spanish 350 Spanish Civilization or 360 Spanish American Civilization. While Spanish 321 and 322 are not specifically required, those courses are strongly recommended and included on this plan.

First Year: Joining a university-sponsored club and actively participating is strongly encouraged. Some clubs that may be of particular interest to students with a Spanish Major include: Spanish Club, Latinos Unidos, International Student Association, Sigma Delta Pi (Spanish Honor Society, and Admira La Música de Las Americas (ALMA, Latin Dance Organization).


Second Year:  A study abroad or travel study experience is strongly recommended for this program. There are many opportunities for students to study abroad in Spanish-speaking countries. Planning for this experience typically takes place in the sophomore year with the study abroad experience taking place in the junior year. Travel opportunities can be found through the Center for Global Education. In addition, faculty routinely organize and lead travel study courses that involve in-class learning during the semester followed by a short-term travel experience either in the US or abroad.

Career Information in Letters and Sciences (LSINDP 399) is a 1-credit course that focuses on transition to career and graduate school opportunities; identifying skills, strengths, and work values; creating effective job search materials; and, developing a networking strategy.

Third Year: The Undergraduate Research Program (URP) is a high-impact practice that gives students the opportunity to apply their knowledge outside of the classroom and dive deeper into their field of interest.  An internship provides students with hands-on experience in a potential career field, supervision and coaching from prospective employers, and the ability to learn professional norms and behaviors. In addition, completing an internship allows students to differentiate themselves in a competitive job market. 

Fourth Year: All students must earn at least 120 credits and complete undergraduate degree requirements to graduate.

Graduation: Students should apply for graduation one full semester prior to their intended graduation date.