College of Arts and Letters2012-2013

Department of Global Languages and Cultures

Spanish, Minor

Students in this minor gain proficiencies in Spanish language, composition, and stylistics, with an exposure to Spanish-speaking cultures and literature. This language is not only useful, it has also been called by Nobel laureate Camilo Jose Cela, "…a glorious language [and] a gift from the gods."

Careers

What Can I Do With A Minor In Spanish?

If you think learning a language spoken by an estimated 35 million people in the U.S.--and 400 million worldwide--will give you a leg up in the job market, you're right. Each day, the world becomes more close-knit. Global trade, the Internet, and improvements in transportation are accelerating rates of cultural and intellectual exchange. In this international climate, the second-language skills you'll acquire by minoring in Spanish will complement any major.

Prepare for the future by immersing yourself in diversity. With linguistic, literary, and cultural approaches to language study, you will learn to think critically and develop skills in speaking, listening, reading, and writing. You will grow to understand and appreciate diverse cultures.

University Requirements
  • A minor is earned in conjunction with a bachelor's degree.

    To receive a minor (18 to 24 units) at Northern Arizona University, you must complete a planned group of courses from one or more subject matter areas with a cumulative grade point average of at least 2.0.

Overview

In addition to University Requirements:

  • Complete individual plan requirements.

Please note that you may be able to use some courses to meet more than one requirement. Contact your advisor for details.

Minimum Units for Completion 20
GPA C
Foreign Language Required

Details
Minor Requirements
  • Take the following 20 units with a Grade of "C" or better in each course:
    • At least 12 units of SPA courses at the 300 level or above. (12 units)
    • SPA courses at the 200 level or above. (8 units)
    Be aware that at least 6 units must be in classroom courses. Also, you may count no more than 14 units of credit-by-exam toward this minor.

    Also be aware that you may only take lower-level SPA courses if you have not already taken advanced SPA coursework. For instance, after you've completed 200-level SPA courses, you can't take SPA courses at the 100 level; after completing 300-level courses, you can't take 100- or 200-level courses.
  • Be aware that some courses may have prerequisites that you must also take. For prerequisite information click on the course or see your advisor.

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