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Spanish ,Minor

Spanish, Minor


Classic Languages, International, Interpreter, Language, Spanish Studies, Translation, foreign language, spanish

The minor program in Spanish is designed to help you improve your bilingual skills and advance your career in any field. With your ability to engage with Spanish-speaking communities in the U.S. and abroad, you'll find new professional opportunities. Strengthen your oral and written Spanish proficiency and stand out in today's job market.

Description

This 15 credit hour minor program helps students hone their Spanish communication skills and gain the cultural knowledge that can help them serve the needs of the growing U.S. Latino community at home and abroad.

The program's combination of professionally focused courses and practical experience enhances students' professional preparation for employment in positions that require advanced proficiency in Spanish and an in-depth understanding of U.S. Latino culture. With the flexibility of iCourses and enriching internships, students gain practical experience while mastering intercultural communication, decision-making, and problem-solving with cultural and ethical awareness.

At a glance
Curriculum

Enrollment requirements

GPA Requirement: 2.00

Incompatible Majors: BA in Spanish

Other Enrollment Requirements: Students must have completed SPA 314 or SPA 316 or faculty approval to begin the minor. Faculty approval can be requested by contacting CISAadvising@asu.edu. For fall enrollment, students should submit a request by May 1. For spring enrollment, students should submit a request by December 1. The applicant should include their name, ASU ID number, the requested minor, and the semester they would like to begin the program.

Current ASU undergraduate students may pursue a minor and have it recognized on their ASU transcript at graduation. Minor requirements appear on the degree audit once the minor is added. Certain major and minor combinations may be deemed inappropriate by the college or department of either the major program or the minor. Courses taken for the minor may not count toward both the major and minor.

Career opportunities

Graduates can serve in professional fields such as health and legal services, journalism, business, social work and criminology, among others.

Students who complete this undergraduate minor have many options forcareer opportunities in a variety of fields, including:

  • business
  • community interpretation
  • education
  • engineering and urban planning
  • government
  • health care services
  • legal and justice systems
  • social work
  • tourism
Contact information
What are accelerated programs?
Accelerated programs allow students the opportunity to expedite the completion of their degree.

3 year programs

These programs allow students to fast-track their studies after admission and earn a bachelor's degree in three years or fewer while participating in the same high-quality educational experience of a 4-year option. Students should talk to their academic advisor to get started.

Accelerated master's

These programs allow students to accelerate their studies to earn a bachelor's plus a master's degree in as few as five years (for some programs).

Each program has requirements students must meet to be eligible for consideration. Acceptance to the graduate program requires a separate application. Students typically receive approval to pursue the accelerated master’s during the junior year of their bachelor's degree program. Interested students can learn about eligibility requirements and how to apply.
What are concurrent programs?
Concurrent degrees allow students to pursue their own personal or professional interests, earn two distinct degrees and receive two diplomas. To add a concurrent degree to your existing degree, work with your academic advisor.
What are joint programs?
Joint programs, or jointly conferred degrees, are offered by more than one college and provide opportunities for students to take advantage of the academic strengths of two academic units. Upon graduation, students are awarded one degree and one diploma conferred by two colleges.

What constitutes a new program?
ASU adds new programs to Degree Search frequently. Come back often and look for the “New Programs” option.
What are online programs?
ASU Online offers programs in an entirely online format with multiple enrollment sessions throughout the year. See https://asuonline.asu.edu/ for more information.
What is the Western Undergraduate Exchange (WUE)?
The Western Undergraduate Exchange (WUE) is a program in which residents of western states (other than Arizona) may be eligible for reduced nonresident tuition. See more information and eligibility requirements on the Western Undergraduate Exchange (WUE) program.

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