2008-2009 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
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2008-2009 Undergraduate Catalog [Archived Catalog]

Spanish (SPAN) Major


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Maria Ramos, Head
Department of Modern Languages
SNF 121
605-688-5101
Fax: 605-688-6699
e-mail: maria.ramos@sdstate.edu

The major in Spanish requires a minimum of 36 credit hours in Spanish.

Spanish 101 does not count towards the major or minor. The obligatory foundational coursework for the major should include 102, 201, 202, 310, 330 and at least 18 additional credit hours of upper-division (300-400) classes. In upper division courses, majors can choose two different emphases depending on their interests and future career plans:


Humanities and Education Emphasis

Intended for students who plan to become language teachers or continue their studies in graduate school in any discipline in the humanities. In addition to the foundational coursework listed above, this option requires SPAN 353, SPAN 355, SPAN 433 and SPAN 435. These courses may only be substituted with written approval by the Department Head. Additional upper-division courses, as well as a long-term study abroad experience are highly recommended.

Professional Emphasis

Intended for students who plan to use their Spanish skills in a professional field, such as health, international business, etc.  In addition to the foundational coursework listed above, this option requires SPAN 308 or SPAN 350, SPAN 444, plus six credits of literature and/ or culture. These courses may only be substituted with written approval by the Department Head. Additional upper-division courses, as well as a long-term study abroad experience are highly recommended.

A minimum grade of “C” is required in all the major courses.

The following schedules are very general. Please contact a Spanish adviser for more specific information.

Students who have a background in modern language study before entering the University should take the Placement Examination to determine the appropriate course in which to enroll. Credit may be obtained for courses exempted upon completion of one course in the department, with a grade of “C” or better, and the payment of the established fee to the Academic Evaluation and Assessment Office. Please see “Modern Language Credit” on page 19 of this catalog for more detailed information.

Requirements for Spanish Major - Bachelor of Arts in Arts and Science:


Freshman Year:


  • SGR Goal 3: Social Sciences Credits: 3
    * (Fall or Spring)
  • SGR Goal 5: Mathematics Credits: 3
    * (Fall or Spring)
  • IGR Goal 2: Personal Wellness Credits: 2-3
    ** (Fall or Spring)
  • IGR Goal 3: Social Responsibility/Cultural and Aesthetic Awareness Credits: 3
    ** (Fall or Spring)
  • Electives

Sophomore Year:


  • SGR Goal 3: Social Sciences Credits: 3
    * (Fall or Spring)
  • SGR Goal 6: Natural Sciences Credits: 3
    * (Fall and Spring)
  • B.A. Core: Humanities (IGR Goal 3-option 2, not in Modern Languages Department) Credits: 3 (Fall)
  • Electives

Junior Year:


See footnote two below

  • Spanish coursework ( 310, 330 and electives) Credits: 3-6
    (Fall and Spring)
  • B.A. Core: Humanities (IGR Goal 3-option 2, not in Modern Languages Department) Credits: 3
    (Fall or Spring)
  • IGR Goal 1: Land and Natural Resources Credits: 3
    ** (Fall or Spring)
  • Electives

Senior Year:


  • Spanish coursework (300-400 level) Credits: 3-6
    (Fall and Spring)
  • Electives

Note:


A minimum grade of “C” is required for a Spanish course to count towards the major or minor.

Footnotes:


Footnote One: Students who have a background in modern language study before entering the University should take the Placement Examination to determine the appropriate course in which to enroll. Credit may be obtained for courses exempted upon completion of one course in the department, with a grade of “C” or better, and the payment of the established fee to the Academic Evaluation and Assessment Office. Please see “Modern Language Credit” on page 19 of this catalog for more detailed information.

Footnote Two: Junior year course selections, which fulfill the Institutional (SDSU) requirements, must be different from those taken to fulfill the General Education requirements.

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