Modern Languages and Cultures, Bachelor of Arts (BA) - Concentration in Spanish
Program Learning Outcomes
- Communication: Communicate in other language than English
- Standard 1.1: Students engage in conversations, provide and obtain information, express feelings and emotions, and exchange opinions.
- Standard 1.2: Students understand and interpret written and spoken language on a variety of topics.
- Standard 1.3: Students present information, concepts, and ideas to an audience of listeners or readers on a variety of topics.
- Communities: Participate in multilingual communities at home & around the world
- Standard 5.1: Students use the language both within and beyond the school setting.
- Standard 5.2: Students show evidence of becoming life-long learners by using the language for personal enjoyment and enrichment.
- Comparisons: Develop insight into the nature of language and culture
- Standard 4.1: Students demonstrate understanding of the nature of language through comparisons of the language studied and their own.
- Standard 4.2: Students demonstrate understanding of the concept of culture through comparisons of the cultures studied and their own.
- Connections: Connect with other disciplines and acquire information
- Standard 3.1: Students reinforce and further their knowledge of other disciplines through the foreign language.
- Standard 3.2: Students acquire information and recognize the distinctive viewpoints that are only available through the foreign language and its cultures.
- Cultures: Gain knowledge and understanding of other cultures
- Standard 2.1: Students demonstrate an understanding of the relationship between the practices and perspectives of the culture studied.
- Standard 2.2: Students demonstrate an understanding of the relationship between the products and perspectives of the culture studied.
Related Links
Modern Languages and Cultures - Spanish, BA Program Page
Languages, Literatures, Cultures, and Writing Department Page
Curriculum Guide
GPA Requirement
Major GPA: 2.0 or higher
Overall GPA: 2.0 or higher
Summary*
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Rock Studies 2 Requirements | 42 | |
| Modern Language Requirement | 0-9 | |
| Other Basic Requirements | 0-3 | |
| Computer Competency | 0-3 | |
| Major/Concentration Requirements | 30 | |
| Electives | 48 | |
* All undergraduate degree programs require a minimum of 120 credits. Some courses meet multiple requirements, but are only counted once toward the 120 credit total required to graduate.
Rock Studies 2 Requirements
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| The Rock | ||
| SUBJ 139 | Foundations of Academic Discovery 1 | 3 |
| ENGL 102 | Critical Writing | 3 |
| ENGL 104 | Critical Reading | 3 |
| MATH 117 | Quantitative Reasoning | 3 |
| Select one of the following: | 3 | |
| Civil Discourse: Theory & Practice | ||
| Ethics and Civil Discourse | ||
| Civil Discourse and Democracy | ||
| Subtotal | 15 | |
| Integrated Inquiry | ||
| Creative and Aesthetic Inquiry | ||
| Select 3 Credits | 3 | |
| Humanities Inquiry | ||
| Select 3 Credits | 3 | |
| Social Science Inquiry | ||
| Select 3 Credits | 3 | |
| Natural Sciences Inquiry | ||
| SCI 101 | Science of Life | 3 |
| Physical Sciences Inquiry | ||
| SCI 102 | Understanding the Physical World | 3 |
| Subtotal | 15 | |
| Thematic Thread | ||
| Select 12 Credits 2 | 12 | |
| Total Hours | 42 | |
- 1
Course offered in multiple subjects; cannot take course in first major subject.
- 2
One course from each category; six credits must be 300-level or above; no more than 4 credits from one subject area; specific courses required in first major, regardless of prefix of course, cannot be used to satisfy thread requirements; any course with same prefix as first major cannot be used to satisfy thread requirements, even if it is not a course in the first major.
BA Modern Language Requirement
BA degree requires language proficiency at the 103 class level. Exemption by placement or examination is possible.
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Complete 0-9 credits | 0-9 | |
| Total Hours | 0-9 | |
Basic Math Requirement
Check with your adviser or a current degree audit report to see if you have been exempted from this course. The credit earned in this course will not be counted toward the 120 credit hour minimum needed to earn a degree.
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Complete one of the following: | 0-3 | |
Meet required minimum SAT or ACT math score OR | ||
| Beginning Algebra | ||
| Total Hours | 0-3 | |
Computer Competency
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Demonstrate "computer competency" by one of the following: | 0-3 | |
Pass Computer Competency Exam OR | ||
Select one of the following at SRU or another post-secondary institution: | ||
| Introduction to Computing for Liberal Arts | ||
| Computer Concepts | ||
| Introduction to Computing and Programming | ||
| Technology for Wellness | ||
| Total Hours | 0-3 | |
DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION REQUIREMENT
Students must take and pass a course with the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) designation prior to graduation. Students can meet this requirement by taking any DEI - designated course in any program at any time during their undergraduate career.
Major/Concentration Requirements
- 15 major credits must be taken at SRU or PASSHE
- 15 major credits must be taken at the 300 level or above
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Basic Skill Courses | ||
| Exemption from the basic skills courses may be possible based on the placement exam given by Modern Languages. CLEP, AP and OPI credits are accepted for some of the following courses. | ||
| SPAN 103 | Spanish Language & Culture III 4 | 3 |
| or SPAN 104 | Situational Spanish | |
| SPAN 200 | Writing in Spanish for the Professions I 1,2 | 3 |
| SPAN 201 | Speaking in Spanish for the Professions I 1,2 | 3 |
| SPAN 220 | Understanding Hispanic Cultures Through Reading 1,2 | 3 |
| Subtotal | 12 | |
| Required Spanish Grammar Courses | ||
| SPAN 300 | Writing in Spanish for the Professions II 1,2 | 3 |
| SPAN 301 | Speaking in Spanish for the Professions II 1,2 | 3 |
| SPAN 400 | Writing in Spanish for the Professions III 1,2 | 3 |
| SPAN 401 | Speaking in Spanish for the Professions III 1,2 | 3 |
| Subtotal | 12 | |
| Required Spanish Civilization Course | ||
| Select one of the following: | 3 | |
| Spain Today 1,2 | ||
| U.S. Latino Cultures 1,2 | ||
| The Civilization of Spanish America: Precolumbian to 19th Century 1,2 | ||
| Latin American Today 1,2 | ||
| Subtotal | 3 | |
| Required Spanish Literature Course (300 & 400 Level) | ||
| Select three credits from the following: | 3 | |
| Spanish Literature 1800 to Present 1,2 | ||
| Spanish American Literature - 19th Century to Present | ||
| Exploring Spanish Culture through Media 1,2 | ||
| Exploring Latin American Cultures through Media | ||
| Subtotal | 3 | |
| Electives at the 300 level and above | ||
| Select zero to nine credits of SPAN electives at 300 level and above 1,2,3 | 0-9 | |
| Required Capstone Project | ||
| See Advisor for specific information related to requirements | ||
| Study Abroad - Optional | ||
| See Advisor for details | ||
| Total Hours | 30 | |
- 1
Course counts for 50% of Major requirements and Major GPA.
- 2
A grade of “C” or better is required.
- 3
- *
Some courses may require pre-requisites. Please see course descriptions to determine if there are any pre-requisites for that specific course.
- 4
Criminology and Homeland Security majors may take SPAN 104 in place of SPAN 103
Co-curricular and Experiential Learning
The department of Modern Languages encourages students to engage in the following areas to deepen their educational experience:
- International study programs (short-term, semester, and year-long)
- High-Impact Practice (HIP) designated classes
- Student-faculty research
- Student leadership development
- Service-learning classes
- Career education and development
- Internships
- Field Experiences
- Volunteering (schools, world language competition, language clubs, communities)
Important Curriculum Guide Notes
This Curriculum Guide is provided to help SRU students and prospective students better understand their intended major curriculum. Enrolled SRU students should note that the My Rock Audit may place already-earned and/or in progress courses in different, yet valid, curriculum categories. Enrolled SRU students should use the My Rock Audit Report and materials and information provided by their faculty advisers to ensure accurate progress towards degree completion. The information on this guide is current as of the date listed. Students are responsible for curriculum requirements at the time of enrollment at the University.
PASSHE - Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education Institutions
MODERN LANGUAGES AND CULTURES - BA (5 45)
Concentration in Spanish (SPAN)
This program is effective as of Fall 2020
Revised 10.06.20
UCC 09.15.20
Recommended Four-Year Plan
| First Year | ||
|---|---|---|
| Fall | Hours | |
| SPAN 101 | Spanish Language & Culture I | 3 |
| ENGL 102 | Critical Writing | 3 |
| ESAP 101 | FYRST Seminar * | 1 |
| SUBJ 139 | Foundations of Academic Discovery 2 | 3 |
| Rock Studies 2 Requirement | 3 | |
| Rock Studies 2 Requirement | 3 | |
| Hours | 16 | |
| Spring | ||
| SPAN 102 | Spanish Language & Culture II | 3 |
| ENGL 104 | Critical Reading | 3 |
| Rock Studies 2 Requirement | 3 | |
| Rock Studies 2 Requirement | 3 | |
| Rock Studies 2 Requirement | 3 | |
| Hours | 15 | |
| Second Year | ||
| Fall | ||
| SPAN 103 or SPAN 104 |
Spanish Language & Culture III or Situational Spanish |
3 |
| Rock Studies 2 Requirement | 3 | |
| Rock Studies 2 Requirement | 3 | |
| Rock Studies 2 Requirement | 3 | |
| Rock Studies 2 Requirement | 3 | |
| Declare a Thematic Thread 1 | ||
| Hours | 15 | |
| Spring | ||
| SPAN 200 | Writing in Spanish for the Professions I | 3 |
| Rock Studies 2 Requirement | 3 | |
| Rock Studies 2 Requirement | 3 | |
| Rock Studies 2 Requirement | 3 | |
| Elective | 3 | |
| Adding a Minor is Recommended | ||
| Hours | 15 | |
| Third Year | ||
| Fall | ||
| SPAN 201 | Speaking in Spanish for the Professions I | 3 |
| SPAN 220 | Understanding Hispanic Cultures Through Reading | 3 |
| SPAN 300 | Writing in Spanish for the Professions II | 3 |
| Elective or Minor | 3 | |
| Elective or Minor | 3 | |
| Hours | 15 | |
| Spring | ||
| SPAN 301 | Speaking in Spanish for the Professions II | 3 |
| SPAN 305 or SPAN 328 |
Spain Today or Latin American Today |
3 |
| Elective or Minor | 3 | |
| Elective or Minor | 3 | |
| Elective or Minor | 3 | |
| Hours | 15 | |
| Fourth Year | ||
| Fall | ||
| SPAN 400 | Writing in Spanish for the Professions III | 3 |
| Elective | 3 | |
| Elective | 3 | |
| Elective | 3 | |
| Elective | 3 | |
| Hours | 15 | |
| Spring | ||
| SPAN 401 | Speaking in Spanish for the Professions III | 3 |
| SPAN 431 or SPAN 432 |
Exploring Spanish Culture through Media or Exploring Latin American Cultures through Media |
3 |
| Elective | 3 | |
| Elective | 3 | |
| Elective | 3 | |
| Hours | 15 | |
| Total Hours** | 121 | |
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Work with your Academic Adviser to declare a Thematic Thread by the end of your fall semester in your second year.
- 2
Course offered in multiple subjects; cannot take course in first major subject.
- *
Students are encouraged to take ESAP 101 as a Free Elective.
** This document is meant to serve as a guide. Some planners may show more than 120 credits because faculty have created flexibility in choosing courses. However, only 120 credits are required to obtain a degree. Please consult with your academic adviser and refer to your curriculum guide prior to registering for courses. This plan should be reviewed, and verified, by you and your academic adviser at least once each academic year.
Major Code: 5 45
Concentration Code: SPAN
Revised: 04.20.2023