UNIVERSITY OF MARY WASHINGTON · UNITED STATES
Spanish Minor
Diploma · Taught in en
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The Spanish minor at the University of Mary Washington is designed to enhance your language proficiency and provide a foundational understanding of the cultures and literatures from Spain and Latin America. This program is ideal for students looking to complement their major with advanced Spanish language skills.
Curriculum
The Spanish minor requires 21 credits in total. The curriculum includes required courses in intermediate Spanish, grammar, and composition, along with elective options and advanced study.
- Core Curriculum
- Intermediate Spanish IISPAN 202A
- Composition and GrammarSPAN 306
- Elective Options
- Conversation and GrammarSPAN 305
- Podcasts in SpanishSPAN 415
- The Sounds of Spanish; Theory and PracticeSPAN 314
- Advanced Study
- Additional credits above SPAN 202A
Frequently asked questions
- What are the entry requirements for the Spanish Minor?
- You need to successfully complete SPAN 202A or demonstrate equivalent intermediate language competency. Students with a score of 4.5 or better on the Avant Placement exam may bypass SPAN 202A and substitute it with another course above SPAN 301.
- How many credits are required for the Spanish Minor?
- The Spanish Minor requires a total of 21 credits. These include core curriculum courses like Intermediate Spanish II and Composition and Grammar, along with elective options and advanced study.
- What courses are included in the Spanish Minor curriculum?
- The curriculum includes required courses such as SPAN 202A (Intermediate Spanish II) and SPAN 306 (Composition and Grammar). Elective options include SPAN 305 (Conversation and Grammar) and SPAN 415 (Podcasts in Spanish), with 12 additional credits required above SPAN 202A.
- How do I apply for the Spanish Minor?
- To declare a Spanish Minor, you should consult with the Career Advisor for Spanish in the Department of Modern Languages and Literature. After fulfilling course requirements, formally declare your minor through the university's established process.
- What career benefits can a Spanish Minor provide?
- A minor in Spanish can enhance career opportunities by providing advanced language skills and cultural awareness. These skills are valuable across various international and domestic fields.
Entry requirements
Prerequisite for upper-level coursesSuccessful completion of SPAN 202A or equivalent demonstrated competency.
Students who can demonstrate intermediate language competency with a score of 4.5 or better on the Avant Placement exam may bypass SPAN 202A. In such cases, they will substitute SPAN 202A with any course above SPAN 301 to fulfill the 21-credit requirement.
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How to apply
1. Consult with AdvisorMeet with the Career Advisor for Spanish in the Department of Modern Languages and Literature to discuss your academic plan and confirm eligibility for the minor.
2. Fulfill Course RequirementsComplete the required 21 credits, including SPAN 202A, SPAN 306, and selected upper-level courses, or follow the alternative pathway if you have demonstrated intermediate competency via the Avant Placement exam.
3. Declare MinorFormally declare your Spanish minor through the university's established process, typically involving your academic advisor and the relevant department.
Frequently asked questions
What are the entry requirements for the Spanish Minor?
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You need to successfully complete SPAN 202A or demonstrate equivalent intermediate language competency. Students with a score of 4.5 or better on the Avant Placement exam may bypass SPAN 202A and substitute it with another course above SPAN 301.
How many credits are required for the Spanish Minor?
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The Spanish Minor requires a total of 21 credits. These include core curriculum courses like Intermediate Spanish II and Composition and Grammar, along with elective options and advanced study.
What courses are included in the Spanish Minor curriculum?
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The curriculum includes required courses such as SPAN 202A (Intermediate Spanish II) and SPAN 306 (Composition and Grammar). Elective options include SPAN 305 (Conversation and Grammar) and SPAN 415 (Podcasts in Spanish), with 12 additional credits required above SPAN 202A.
How do I apply for the Spanish Minor?
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To declare a Spanish Minor, you should consult with the Career Advisor for Spanish in the Department of Modern Languages and Literature. After fulfilling course requirements, formally declare your minor through the university's established process.
What career benefits can a Spanish Minor provide?
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A minor in Spanish can enhance career opportunities by providing advanced language skills and cultural awareness. These skills are valuable across various international and domestic fields.