Requirements: BA Spanish
Bachelor of Arts in Spanish Requirements
The Undergraduate College: Traditional, On Campus
The Undergraduate College Spanish program offers a Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree that requires 120 credits (41 courses) including:
Major Courses: 15 credits (6 courses).
Major Supporting Courses: 3 credits (1 course).
Major Elective Courses: 15 credits (5 courses).
Elective Courses: 42-45 credits (14-15 courses). BA Spanish students can earn any minor (except Mathematics and Spanish) faster due to overlapping course requirements. See minors for details and discuss with your advisor.
Core Curriculum Experience Course: 0-3 credits (0-1 course). There is no experience course requirement for this degree. This Core Curriculum course requirement is offered within a student’s major.
Core Curriculum Senior Capstone: 0 credits (0 course). There is no capstone course requirement for this degree. This Core Curriculum course requirement is offered within a student’s major.
Core Curriculum Courses: 42 credits (14 courses). Students will be able to count three (3) classes in their major toward Core Curriculum.
Spanish Major Courses (15 Credits)
Core courses provide basic instruction in Spanish language and culture. Students who have not previously studied Spanish can satisfy the core requirement with the two beginning courses (SPA 0100 and SPA 0101). Students with prior instruction in Spanish will choose their starting point in consultation with the Spanish faculty and must complete at least SPA 0201. Core courses in a foreign language should be scheduled during the first year at Rosemont College if possible.
SPA 0425: Development of the Spanish Novel as a Form
An analysis of the development of the modern novel with Lazarillo de Tormes and Don Quijote. Emphasis on the “Picaresque” novel. Offered as needed.
Offered fall/spring semester. (3 Credits)
SPA 0499: Spanish Comprehensive Examination
Prerequisite: Senior status
Students are required to complete a comprehensive exam, testing all program goals outlined in the Catalog, and must receive a letter grade of B or higher to achieve a passing grade. Spanish majors are encouraged to participate in a Study Abroad program in a Spanish speaking country.
Offered fall/spring semester. (0 Credits)
Choose 1 of the Following 2 Courses:
SPA 0350: Spanish Civilization
This course traces the development and evolution of the Spanish nation from prehistoric times to the 18th century. The geography, history, and arts of Spain are studied through class discussion, video activities, compositions, and presentations. Field trip or activity outside of the classroom.
Offered fall/spring semester. (3 Credits)
SPA 0351: 19th Contemporary Spain
Prerequisite: SPA 0301
An examination of Spain’s diverse aspects since the end of the 19th century; history, political trends and institutions, art and culture, social and ideological trends, and everyday living. Discussions on essays, films and periodicals. Field trip or activity outside of the classroom.
Offered every other year. (3 Credits)
Choose 1 of the Following 2 Courses:
SPA 0355: Latin American Civilization
Prerequisite: SPA 0301
A study of the cultural, social, and political development of Latin-America as well as significant aspects of current life and culture in three representative countries. Class discussion, video activities, compositions, and presentations. Field trip or activity outside of the classroom.
Offered fall/spring semester. (3 Credits)
SPA 0490: Seminar in Civilization
Prerequisite: Junior or senior standing or Permission of Instructor (POI).
A discussion of selected topics and their impact on the development of Spanish civilization. Critical reading and structured discussion; individual research and oral presentations; audiovisual support materials.
Offered as needed. (3 Credits)
Choose 1 of the Following 2 Courses:
SPA 0420: Modern Spanish Poetry
Prerequisite: SPA 300 or Permission of Instructor (POI).
A study of the poetry from Renaissance to the present with an emphasis on theory and analysis.
Offered as needed. (3 Credits)
SPA 0421: Spanish Theater of the Golden Age
Prerequisite: SPA 0300 or Permission of Instructor (POI).
A reading, analysis, and discussion of works of outstanding authors from the schools of Lope de Vega and Calderon. The influence of social and didactic themes of the period, originality and creativity of the playwrights.
Offered as needed. (3 Credits)
Choose 1 of the Following 2 Courses:
SPA 0446: Spanish American Literature: Independence to Present
Prerequisite: None
Course Description
Offered fall/spring semester. (3 Credits)
SPA 0447: Contemporary Spanish American Prose
Prerequisite: SPA 0300 or POI.Permission of Instructor (POI).
A study of world -famous narrative works’, writers, and their contemporary narrative techniques with reflections on the search for national and continental identity of Spanish-American essay and analysis and discussion of texts. Emphasis on novel, short story, or essay. Required for majors.
Offered as needed. (3 Credits)
Spanish Required Supporting Course (3 credits)
Choose 1 of the Following 2 Courses:
LNG 0320: Linguistics of Communication
Prerequisite: None
An introduction to Linguistics, Sociolinguistic and Pragmatic Competence: The course familiarizes students to the general concepts of Language and Linguistics. Phonemes, phonetics, phonological theory, grammatical structure, words and morphemes, transformational grammar, semantics, language processing
Offered as needed. (3 Credits)
SPA 0447: Contemporary Spanish American Prose
Prerequisite: SPA 0300 or POI.Permission of Instructor (POI).
A study of world -famous narrative works’, writers, and their contemporary narrative techniques with reflections on the search for national and continental identity of Spanish-American essay and analysis and discussion of texts. Emphasis on novel, short story, or essay. Required for majors.
Offered as needed. (3 Credits)
Spanish Elective Courses (15 Credits)
Choose 5 of the Following 13 Courses:
SPA 0301: Spanish Grammar and Composition
Prerequisite: SPA 0201 or placement exam.
Class discussion, panels, and debates on current social or cultural topics, chosen by the students. Vocabulary activities. Review of basic grammar. Integration of activities outside of the classroom.
Offered fall semester. (3 Credits)
SPA 0310: Advanced Spanish Grammar and Composition
Prerequisite: SPA 0301
A course providing guided composition activities on different kinds of written messages as well as grammar activities needed for articulate communication both oral and written. Integration of one or more activities outside of the classroom.
Offered every third year. (3 Credits)
SPA 0311: Spanish Communication Styles
Prerequisite: SPA 0301
An advanced language course providing the students with the opportunity to prepare presentations on topics of their interest. Theater reading, debates, grammar activities
Offered every other year. (3 Credits)
SPA 0315: Spanish Conversation and Composition
Prerequisite: SPA 0201 or placement exam.
Class discussion, panels and debates on current social or cultural topics, chosen by the students. Vocabulary activities. Review of basic grammar. Integration of activities outside of the classroom.
Offered fall semester. (3 Credits)
SPA 0320: Spanish for a Hispanic Heritage Speaker
Prerequisite: Permission of Instructor (POI).
Specifically designed for students from Spanish-speaking background. Intensive work on reading, speaking and writing. Literacy development and immersion in Spanish language with emphasis on grammar and vocabulary.
Offered fall/spring semester. (3 Credits)
SPA 0340: Rise and Decline of a Revolution
Prerequisite: None
THE RISE AND DECLINE OF THE REVOLUTION: THE COLD WAR FROM THE CUBAN PERSPECTIVE
This course examines the rise and decline of the Cuban revolution. Taking a historical approach, students will focus on the most important internal and international events that shaped the foreign relations of the Cuban revolutionary government. The Cold War altered Latin Americans’ relationship with United States of America , and the region became a battleground of competing ideological systems—capitalism vs. communism. The course describes how Castro manipulated the ideological struggle between two different interpretations of the communist doctrine (Soviet Union vs. China) for his own benefit. A juggling game played to obtain soviet support while trying to keep the appearance of a position of political and ideological independence. In this interplay Latin-America was used as a pawn in his political game, Marxist Guerrilla’s sprouted all over the region with Cuban support, and indirectly the Soviet Union. The course covers almost a decade of Cuban affairs, 1959-1968.
Offered every other year. (3 Credits)
SPA 410 Women in Spanish and Spanish American Literature
Prerequisite: SPA 0300
A study in the representation of women in several major Spanish works: epic poetry, romance, and contemporary narratives. Taught in English, using texts in English translation (see FLL0310). Students can earn credit toward major or minor when doing all coursework in Spanish.
Offered as needed. (3 Credits)
SPA 0421: Spanish Theater of the Golden Age
Prerequisite: SPA 0300 or Permission Of Instructor (POI).
A reading, analysis, and discussion of works of outstanding authors from the schools of Lope de Vega and Calderon. The influence of social and didactic themes of the period, originality and creativity of the playwrights.
Offered as needed. (3 Credits)
SPA 0430: 19th Century Spanish Prose Forms
Prerequisite: SPA 0300 or Permission Of Instructor (POI).
A study of the main literary movements of the century through analysis of the most representative authors of the time.
Offered as needed. (3 Credits)
SPA 0447: Contemporary Spanish American Prose
Prerequisite: SPA 0300 or Permission Of Instructor (POI).
A study of world -famous narrative works’, writers, and their contemporary narrative techniques with reflections on the search for national and continental identity of SpanishAmerican essay and analysis and discussion of texts. Emphasis on novel, short story, or essay. Required for majors.
Offered as needed. (3 Credits)
SPA 0450: Independent Study
Prerequisite: None
Arranged on an individual basis.
Offered as needed. (1-3 Credits)
SPA 0490: Seminar in Civilization
Prerequisite: Junior or senior status or Permission Of Instructor (POI).
A discussion of selected topics and their impact on the development of Spanish civilization. Critical reading and structured discussion; individual research and oral presentations; audiovisual support materials.
Offered as needed. (3 Credits)
SPA 0491: Seminar in Literary Studies
Prerequisite: Junior or senior status or Permission Of Instructor (POI).
A seminar study of advanced literary topics through close textual analysis and extensive critical reading with weekly structured discussion. Individual research and oral presentations.
Offered as needed. (3 Credits)
Elective Courses (42-45 Credits)
The remaining credit hours are electives and can consist of Spanish courses, but should not be limited to those particular disciplines. Electives credits make up the remaining hours such that students graduate with 120 credits. Discuss with your advisor.
BA Spanish students can earn any minor (except Mathematics and Spanish) faster due to overlapping course requirements. See Minors for details and discuss with your advisor.
*Course can be applied toward more than one requirement.
Choose 14-15 of the Following Courses:
Experience Course (0-3 Credits)
Spanish Internship or Study Abroad
Prerequisite: None
Course description coming soon.
Offered fall/spring semester. (3 Credits).
Any Course Elective*
Prerequisite: None
Course description coming soon.
Offered fall/spring semester. (3 Credits).
*Easily add a minor: This course can be applied toward more than one requirement.
Take Your Education Further
Strengthen Your Degree with a Minor
Choose from a wide variety of minors to complement your undergraduate degree. If you wish to learn about a completely different subject, would like to determine your career path or wish to complement your degree, Rosemont College has a diverse array of minor studies to choose from.
When considering a minor, students can consult with their academic advisors to ensure that the courses required for the minor fit into their overall academic plan and personal goals.
Go Further Faster
BA Spanish students can earn any minor (except Mathematics or Spanish) faster due to overlapping course requirements. See minors for details and discuss with your advisor.