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Spanish Major

Earn a bachelor's degree in Spanish

SBU is committed to training servant leaders for a global society. You will develop skills in the Spanish language, while gaining an understanding and appreciation of another culture, its people, literature and art - all of which will serve you well in a variety of career paths.

By studying Spanish at SBU, you will receive a balanced education in the study of conversing, writing and reading in the Spanish language while also emphasizing the study and appreciation of the Hispanic culture. Earn teaching certification to be equipped to teach Spanish at any grade level, K-12.

The Spanish degree is offered through SBU's College of Arts and Sciences.

Major Map (PDF)

The SBU Advantage

Hone your Spanish language skills in small classes that provide more opportunities for engagement and involvement.
Pursue teaching certification at all grade levels to be certified to teach Spanish at any grade, K-12.
Learn Spanish through immersion experiences during study abroad semesters or mission trips to Spanish-speaking countries.

Faith Integration

Faculty intentionally integrate the Christian faith into classroom instruction and allow their Christian worldview to shape their approach to education and the study of another culture and language.

Grow in your faith and help others, while at the same time sharpening your Spanish language skills, by participating in University mission trips to Spanish-speaking countries, such as Guatemala, Mexico, Honduras and Bolivia. These international experiences combine the academic study of the Spanish language with your faith and passion to serve others.

Full-Time Faculty

Elsy Shuford, Instructor

Spanish Four-Year Plan

Freshman

Fall Semester

SPA 1114	Elementary Spanish I	4
ENG 1113	English Composition I	3
CIS 1103	Computer and Information Management	3
FAR 10_3	Intro. to Art, Fine Arts, Music or Theatre	3
UNI 1111	University Seminar	1
KIN 1162	Foundations of Physical Fitness/Wellness	2
Total hours		16

Spring Semester

SPA 1124	Elementary Spanish II	4
ENG 2213	English Composition II	3
COM 1103	Fundamentals of Speech Communication	3
HIS 2213/2223	U.S. History I or II	3
UNI 1121	Critical Thinking	1
BIB 1013	Old Testament History	3
Total hours		17

Sophomore

Fall Semester

SPA 2213	Intermediate Spanish I	3
POL 1113	American Government and Politics	3
BIB 1023	New Testament History	3
SPF 2012	Introduction to Spiritual Formation	2
BIO 1004	Principles of Biology	4
MAT 1243	Algebraic Reasoning and Modeling	3
Total hours		18

Spring Semester

SPA 2223	Intermediate Spanish II	3
ENG 2312	World Literature (or other cultural study)	2
	PSY 1013 or SOC 1003 (or alternative)	3
PHS 1004	Physical Science (or alternative)	4
ECO 2003	LIFE Economics	3
	Electives for minor or second major	1-2
Total hours		16-17

Junior

Fall Semester

SPA 3313	Advanced Spanish Composition and Conversation (even) or
SPA 3333	Survey of Early Spanish Literature (odd) or
SPA 4973	Symposia	3
SPA 4953	Intensive Studies	3
	Electives for minor or second major	6-12
Total hours		12-18

Spring Semester

SPA 3323	Hispanic Culture and Civilization (odd) or
SPA 3343	Survey of Later Spanish Literature (even) or
SPA 4973	Symposia	3
SPA 4953	Intensive Studies	3
	Electives for minor or second major	3
Total hours		12-18

Senior

Fall Semester

SPA 3313	Advanced Spanish Composition and Conversation (even) or
SPA 3333	Survey of Early Spanish Literature (odd) or
SPA 4973	Symposia	3
SPA 4953	Intensive Studies	3
	Electives for minor or second major	6-12
Total hours		12-18

Spring Semester

SPA 3323	Hispanic Culture and Civilization (odd) or
SPA 3343	Survey of Later Spanish Literature (even) or
SPA 4973	Symposia	3
SPA 4953	Intensive Studies	3
	Electives for minor or second major	3
Total hours		12-18

THIS IS A PROPOSED GUIDELINE. Please check the catalog and see your advisor for your final degree requirements.
Southwest Baptist University reserves the right to make changes to degree plans without advanced notice or obligation.
The student is responsible for understanding and completing all general education, degree, departmental and graduation requirements.

Download in PDF format:
Spanish plan (PDF)