Bachelor of Arts in Modern Languages: Spanish for Specific Purposes
The Spanish language is indisputably relevant in the United States today. Spanish-speakers comprise a significant part of the population, both nationally and regionally.
Bilingualism has become an in-demand skill for many careers, especially in the healthcare industry. Through course work, internships and study abroad, our Spanish majors gain linguistic and cultural competence and are prepared to enter a globalized workforce.
Below you'll find a list of Core Courses all Spanish majors complete, and the requirements for four separate, specific purposes tracks.
| Program Summary | Credit Hours |
| General Education Requirements | 34 |
| Major Requirements | 34 |
| Electives | 52 |
| Total | 120 |
See your advisor for more information on University Degree requirements and Elective/Specified General Education Courses.
| Department Core Requirements (22 Credit Hours) | ||
| Course | Course Name | Credit Hours |
| MLNG 225 | Beginning Spanish I | 5 |
| MLNG 226 | Beginning Spanish II | 5 |
| MLNG 325 | Intermediate Spanish I | 3 |
| MLNG 326 | Intermediate Spanish II | OR |
| MLNG 327 | Intermediate Spanish II - Heritage | 3 |
| MLNG 427 | Spanish Conversational Skills | 3 |
| MLNG 428 | Grammar & Composition | 3 |
Spanish Upper Division Elective (3 Credit Hours)
You'll choose one from an approved list. See your advisor for more information.
Specific Purposes Tracks (9 Credit Hours)
Choose one track
| Track 1 - Spanish for Health Professions | ||
| Course | Course Name | Credit Hours |
| MLNG 451 | Medical Spanish I | 3 |
| MLNG 452 | Medical Spanish II | 3 |
| MLNG 453 | Medical Spanish Practicum | 3 |
| Track 2 - Translating and Interpreting | ||
| MLNG 461 | Translating and Interpreting I | 3 |
| MLNG 462 | Translating and Interpreting II | 3 |
| MLNG 463 | Translating and Interpreting Practicum | 3 |
| Track 3 - Spanish for Business | ||
| MLNG 471 | Business Spanish I | 3 |
| MLNG 472 | Business Spanish II | 3 |
| MLNG 473 | Business Spanish Practicum | 3 |
Track 4 - Hispanic Studies
Choose three courses (for a total of 9 credit hours) from an approved list of courses. See your advisor for more information.