1 year of a second foreign language (6-10 units, must
be written/oral)
Language majors are required to have a minor. A minor in a second
language is recommended, which will simultaneously satisfy the requirement of
one year of a second language.
Spanish B.A. Learning Objectives and Outcomes
Ability to produce and recognize grammatical
structures in Spanish.
Ability to express oneself orally and in writing in
different sociolinguistic milieus including formal and academic presentations.
Ability to appreciate literary texts of the
Spanish-speaking world (Spain, Spanish America and the Hispanic U.S.) and the
traditions that produced them.
Ability to recognize stylistic elements in the
literature.
Ability to recognize and analyze cultural modes of
behavior and socio-cultural patterns of the Spanish-speaking world.
Ability to develop and carry out research projects in
Spanish, including term papers and bibliographical research.
Ability to analyze and develop texts other than
literary: for example, informal and formal correspondence, applications for
school or jobs, a resumé, brochures, etc.
Ability to understand and use appropriate academic
and technical terminology.
Ability to produce, analyze and rationalize the
sounds of Spanish (phonology) as compared and contrasted with the sounds of
English.
Ability to analyze morphological, syntactic and semantic components of
Spanish.
The Programs in Spanish provide enrichment for all degrees:
Experiences for all degree programs in Spanish:
Close contact and consultation of students with
faculty and personalized supervision in the classroom and in advisement.
Extracurricular activities through several outlets,
including the “Círculo Hispánico.”
Peer projects in discussion groups, writing
activities and presentations.
Options to participate in local high school
observations on teaching methods.
Access to activities promoted by the Department of
Foreign Languages and the University: Public lectures, films, music and dance
performances, alumni dinners, etc.
A foreign language Honor Society, Phi Sigma Iota, for
qualified students.
Scholarships and opportunities for Study Abroad.
Understandings, Interests, and Values for All Degree Programs in
Spanish:
The realization of being able to communicate in a
language spoken in more than twenty countries.
The awareness of being able to read from a vast
corpus of literature spanning over one thousand years and encompassing Spain,
Latin America and the United States, among other areas.
The awareness of being able to access jobs as
teacher, translator, interpreter, bilingual editor, and other professions.
The sense of having expanded one's view of the world
and society by virtue of knowing two languages and envisioning culture and
language in a broader perspective.
The realization of knowing one's own language by
contrast and comparison with Spanish.
A greater awareness of the Hispanic community in the
area (San José, Bay Area) and state (California) where the student lives,
studies and works.
The satisfaction and sense of achievement of being able to communicate in
Spanish with members of that community and to better understand Hispanic
culture.
For more information and/or advising, please contact a
Spanish Advisor
