BA in Hispanic Studies
Coordinator: Charlene Suscavage, 315 Luther Bonney Hall, Portland
The minimum number of credits (exclusive of the University's Core curriculum) required for the self-designed major in Hispanic studies: 38. For grade requirements, please refer to the Modern and Classical Languages and Literatures section of this catalog.
Required Courses
Spanish Language and Literature
SPA 300 Topics in Conversation
SPA 304 Advanced Conversation and Composition
SPA 305 Introduction to Hispanic Literature
SPA 332 Advanced Grammar and Stylistics
SPA 351 Readings in Contemporary Spanish Literature
SPA 352 Readings in Modern Latin American Literature
SPA 450 Topics in Hispanic Language and Literature
History and Culture
SPA 270 The Culture and Civilization of Spain
HTY 181 History of Latin America I
HTY 182 History of Latin America II
Electives
Students must choose 6 credits from other Spanish courses, study abroad program, or from related courses in other disciplines. These electives must be approved by a Spanish faculty advisor.
Course substitutions can be made in the electives upon prior approval. At least two semesters of another Romance language are strongly recommended.
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