BA in Hispanic Studies (Self-Designed Major)
Coordinator: Charlene Suscavage, 315 Luther Bonney, Portland (207) 780-4479
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 the academic catalog.
Courses & Requirements
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 351H Readings in Contemporary Spanish Literature
SPA 352H 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 181I History of Latin America I
HTY 182I 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.
The Spanish Minor (Cr. 20):
SPA 300, 304, 305, 332, 351H, and 353H or 450
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