- Fresno Pacific University

Spanish Language & Culture - Spanish Language Emphasis

Parent Program:

Overview & Highlights:

Spanish is one of the most recognizeable languages spoken today—nationally and across the globe. While there are dozens of varying dialects, a basic understanding of the language is invaluable.

Highlights:

At least one semester abroad required

What can I do with this degree? (Our Graduates):

The ability to understand and communicate in the Spanish language is a highly-desired skill in the workplace, so much so that professionals with this ability are often preferred, and promoted, in positions that interact with a diverse audience.

Degree Course Listings:

GENERAL EDUCATION OR OTHER PREREQUISITES (3 COURSES, 11 UNITS)

LIT-180 Introduction to Literature (3)

*SPAN-100 Elementary Spanish I (4)

*SPAN-105 Elementary Spanish II (4)

*SPAN-200 Intermediate Spanish I (4)

*SPAN-205 Intermediate Spanish II (4)

*or demonstrated proficiency

REQUIRED COURSES (8 COURSES, 25 UNITS)

HIST-410 Latin American History and Religious Thought (4)

SPAN-300 Advanced Spanish (3)

SPAN-305 Composition and Conversation in Spanish (3)

SPAN-310 Literary Spanish: Prose (3)

or SPAN-315 Literary Spanish: Poetry (3)

SPAN-320 History of Spanish Language (3)

SPAN-325 Formal Spanish Oral Communication (3)

SPAN-440 Spanish Literature (3)

SPAN-445 Latin American Literature (3)

SPANISH LANGAUGE EMPHASIS REQUIRED COURSES (12 UNITS)

One semester or more of formal accredited study in Latin America or Spain. Students must consult with the program director to select specific courses. There are two options for meeting this requirement:

1. Brethren Colleges Abroad Program in Spain, Ecuador or Mexico.

2. Council for Christian Colleges and Universities Latin American Studies Program.

Spanish Language & Culture - Spanish Language Emphasis

Highlights:

High school students

Fresno Pacific University