General Catalog 2007-2009
Bachelor of Arts Degree in Spanish
The Spanish major at York College is an applied language major that allows the student the opportunity to become proficient in the language and to select an area of concentration from a wide range of disciplines. This curriculum recognizes the increasing demand in practically every work setting for individuals who are competent in Spanish. The primary emphasis in this major is the acquisition of Spanish language proficiency, the appreciation of Spanish and Spanish-American literature, and the understanding of the many cultures of the Spanish-speaking world. The secondary emphasis is on applying this knowledge by choosing a minor in which the student plans to use Spanish in the future. Students may also choose to pursue a double major by combining Spanish with another field. Through their choices in courses, Spanish majors have the flexibility to construct a unique program that best suits their needs and interests.
Students are required to complete an independent research project or participate in an internship which serves as a capstone experience in the major. The study abroad requirement is an essential component to experiencing the Spanish language and Hispanic culture firsthand. While a full semester abroad is recommended, participation in a brief, intensive immersion program abroad is also an option. One study abroad option available is the Mini-Mester in Mexico, through which students may earn Spanish elective credits by participating in intensive Spanish language study at an established language institute in Cuernavaca, Mexico.
Because of the interdisciplinary nature of the major, the career direction of graduates from this program varies considerably. Students may wish to pursue graduate studies or enter a career in international relations, social services, public relations, business, or education, just to name a few.
Requirements For Graduation:
To be eligible for graduation, students majoring in Spanish must complete a minimum of 124 credits, achieve a cumulative grade point average of 2.0, satisfy the College’s residency requirements, and complete the General Education requirements of the College. Courses used to complete General Education requirements may not be taken on a pass/fail basis, and credits earned in WRT100 may not be applied to degree requirements.
Spanish majors must complete at least six elective credits in Spanish in an approved study abroad program in a Spanish-speaking country.
The requirements of the Spanish major are:*
Group I: Required Spanish credits (36 credits)
SPN201 Intermediate Spanish I
SPN202 Intermediate Spanish II
SPN205 Intermediate Conversational Spanish
SPN206 Reading Strategies in Spanish
SPN301 Adv. Oral/Written Spanish
SPN307 Spanish Culture and Civilization
SPN308 Spanish American Culture and Civilization
SPN315 Introduction to Literature of Spain
SPN316 Introduction to Literature of Spanish America
SPN420 Advanced Spanish Grammar
SPN425 Spanish Linguistics
SPN498 OR SPN499 Independent Research OR SPN450 Internship in Spanish
Group II: Spanish Electives (9 credits)
Students must complete at least six of the nine elective Spanish credits in an approved program of study abroad. These need not be completed in the same semester or in the same program. The remaining three credits may be completed on campus.
Group III: Minor Electives (18 credits)
The students will complete the requirements for a minor of his/her choice. If the student has chosen to double major, requirements of the minor will be satisfied in this area by that major’s requirements.
Free Electives (19-21 credits)
The English and Humanities Department offers minors in Literary Studies, Theatre, Professional Writing, Creative Writing, Film Studies, Philosophy, Religious Studies, as well as French, German, and Spanish. Through careful planning and advising, students representing a variety of majors may elect a minor in these areas, thus acquiring valuable skills which will enhance their background, regardless of their primary fields of study.
Creative Writing
WRT210 Writing in Professional Cultures
WRT315 Advanced Composition
WRT310 Creative Writing
Nine WRT elective credits beyond WRT102 and WRT202 from a variety of Creative Writing courses.
Film Studies Minor
FLM216 Introduction to Film
FLM220 History of Film
An additional 12 credits selected from FLM courses and LIT393, at least six of which are at the 300 level.
French
FRN201-FRN202 Intermediate French I and II (6 credits)
FRN205 Intermediate French Conversation (3 credits)
FRN206 Reading Strategies in French
FRN303 French Civilization and Culture
FRN315 French Literature I (3 credits) OR
FRN316 French Literature II (3 credits)
German
18 credit hours of German beyond the elementary level, at least 6 credits of which must be 300 level or above and include a literature class.
Literary Studies
LIT210 or LIT228 is required. The remaining five courses must be LIT courses; at least two of these must be 300 level or higher.
Philosophy
PHL221 Introduction to Philosophy OR
PHL226 History of Western Philosophy
PHL222 Critical Thinking OR
PHL231 Logic
A course in Ethics (PHL223, PHL240, PHL341, PHL350)
9 additional credits in Philosophy
(At least six of the 18 credits must be at the 300 level or higher.)
Professional Writing
WRT225 Interdisciplinary Writing
WRT210 Writing in Professional Cultures
WRT315 Advanced Composition
Nine elective credits selected from WRT courses beyond WRT102 and WRT202. At least 3 WRT elective credits must be at the 300 level or above.
Religious Studies
REL265 World Religions
REL270 Tradition and Culture of Judaism
REL275 Tradition and Culture of Christianity
9 additional credits in Religious Studies Courses (which could include PHL383 Philosophy of Religion, HUM242 Science and Religion, and a course in Ethics [PHL223, PHL240, PHL341, PHL350])
(At least six of the 18 credits must be at the 300 level of higher.)
Spanish
18 credit hours of Spanish beyond the Elementary level, at least 6 credits of which must be at the 300 level or above and include a literature class.
Theatre
A Minor in Theatre requires 18 credits with the following distribution:
THE258 Stagecraft
THE262 Acting OR
THE355 Advanced Acting
THE360 History of Theatre I OR
THE361 History of Theatre II
Nine credit hours from the following:
THE205 Text Performance
THE254 Introduction to Theatre
THE350-THE353 Theatre Practicum
THE360 History of Theatre I OR
THE361 History of Theatre II
THE380 Special Topics in Theatre
THE416 Modern Drama
LIT323/LIT324 Shakespeare I OR II
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