Department of Romance Languages
Programs in Spanish
Undergraduate Program | Graduate Program
Undergraduate Program
Department Goals
- To provide practical training in the basic skills of listening comprehension, speaking, reading and writing
- To promote those values in the liberal arts tradition that derive particularly from the study of language, literature and culture
- To increase understanding of language as structure and process
- To provide an enlightening encounter with cultures and modes of thought different from one's own
Major in Spanish
The major begins at the 300 level. A minimum number of 30 hours at the 300 level and above is required to complete the major. Students seeking licensure should consult their advisor for details. SPA 222 and 233 may not be used for credit toward the major, second major, minor or second academic concentration. Read More...
Second Major in Spanish
Students must complete the requirements described above for the Spanish Major (30 s.h.).
Minor in Spanish
The student must complete 15-21 semester hours of courses in Spanish above the 203 level, excluding courses taught in English. Typically a student would begin the minor with SPA 204 and continue with SPA 301 (unless entering with advanced placement). There are no specific courses required for the minor; an advisor can assist with selecting courses to suit the needs of the individual student.
Special Subject Area Teacher Licensure in Spanish (K-12)
Majors or second majors seeking teacher licensure must meet competency in phonetics by successfully completing SPA 416 "Phonetics" as one of their elective courses. Admission to teacher education and student teaching in Spanish requires a minimum grade point average of 2.75, both overall and in the major. Please see additional teacher licensure requirements discussed under "Teacher Education and Licensure" in the Undergraduate Bulletin and in the Teacher Education Handbook developed by the Teachers Academy at UNCG.
Major in Spanish with Teacher Licensure
Students seeking initial licensure to teach in North Carolina must work closely with the Romance Languages Department and the School of Education, since both agencies certify competence and recommend the student to the State. Please note that it is the student's responsibility to initiate all procedures and to complete all requirements at the proper time. Read More...
Read The Proposed Program of Study (after 204) for Spanish Majors
Spanish as a Second Academic Concentration
The Department of Romance Languages will recommend the candidate for "A" licensure in Spanish as a second teaching field after successful completion of 24 semester hours of required course work. The principal teaching field will normally be another foreign language. Students with a major in another discipline who are seeking licensure in Spanish should consult with the Coordinator for Teacher Licensure in Foreign Languages (344 Curry Building) as soon as possible. Read More...
Advisors for Spanish Majors and Minors
Students who wish to declare a major or second major in Spanish should
contact the Director of Student Academic Services (159 Mossman Building).
Student Academic Services as well as CASA, the College of Arts & Sciences
Advising Center (Basement of Faust Building), will refer students to a faculty
member. After the initial contact with the Coordinator of Undergraduate Advising
in Spanish, students will be assigned an advisor (a member of the Spanish
graduate faculty) who will meet regularly with each student regarding his or her
academic needs. We urge prospective majors and second majors to consult with
these advisors during their freshman and sophomore years. Early contact with an
advisor enables students to plan ahead concerning course offerings and special
opportunities in the Department (such as study abroad).
Students wishing to minor in Spanish should also make their intentions known to
the advisor for help in designing their individual program.
Spanish Advisor:
Wendy Jones-Worden, wkjones@uncg.edu
2318 MHRA
(336) 334-5655
Teacher Licensure:
Department of Teacher Education and Higher Education, cui@uncg.edu
336 Curry
(336) 334-3437
Programs Abroad
UNCG has affiliations with several academic-year programs in France and Spain. Interested students should contact their major advisor and the International Programs Center, 127 McIver Street, (336) 334-5404, int_programs@uncg.edu as early as possible.
Summer Study Abroad
A five-week program in Spain features courses in conversation and civilization, offering six semester hours of credit. The Department also organizes and conducts a four-week summer program in Angers, France. Contact the Department Office in 2321 MHRA Building.
On-Campus Immersion
Students who want to improve their French or Spanish skills can take advantage of the opportunity to live in Phillips/Hawkins Hall.
Social Activities
Both the Café Causette and The Spanish Club sponsor frequent activities. Students who participate in these activities meet others who are interested in learning about a different culture.
Honor Societies
The University has Chapters of the national honoraries, Pi Delta Phi for French and Sigma Delta Pi for Spanish. Membership is by invitation and possible for students in advanced courses who have achieved excellence in Romance studies.
Scholarships and Awards
The Department recognizes achievement among French and Spanish students by offering a number of annual scholarships, including the Spicer Scholarship, the Miller-Barineau Scholarship, the Hardré Scholarship, the Barney Award and the LaRochelle Scholarship. Amounts vary. Visit the scholarships web page and contact the Department Office for further information.
Internships
Paid or unpaid internships requiring foreign language skills are increasingly available. For more information, consult the Career Services Center, #1 EUC, (336) 334-5454. Students interested in Spanish 499 (Internship in Spanish, for academic credit) should contact the instructor in the Romance Languages Department in the fall, prior to registering for the spring course. Internship placements may be related to health care, immigration/legal issues, social services, marketing, second language acquisition, etc.
Accelerated B.A./M.B.A.
The accelerated program in Spanish/Business Administration provides the opportunity for a student to complete a B.A. in French/Spanish (122 hours) within a four-year period and to shorten the time required to finish the M.B.A. For further information consult the Undergraduate Bulletin [http://www.uncg.edu/reg/Catalog/current/AccelMasters/MBA.html]
For more information on the current undergradute curriculum, see the Undergraduate Bulletin
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