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Spanish, BA

UD’s Spanish degree offers an in-depth study of the rich cultural, historical, literary, and artistic representations of Spain and Latin America. The Spanish program celebrates the cultural achievements aligned with the traditions of Western history and culture. The Spanish degree offers an interdisciplinary approach to Hispanidad through courses in Spanish language, literature, and translation. In addition, Spanish majors and concentrators have the opportunity to participate in programs abroad in Ávila, Spain and Cartago, Costa Rica.

Language Skills

Language classes at UD aim at the acquisition of the four skills: listening, speaking, reading and writing. Students gain knowledge and confidence as they progress through the lower division sequence: First Year Spanish I & II and Second Year Spanish I. For students who want to continue improving their language skills, we offer two upper division courses: Advanced Communication/Grammar and Advanced Composition/Grammar.

Heritage

Second Year Spanish II introduces students to the heritage of the Spanish-speaking world within the context of the Western tradition emphasized in the Core Curriculum. The survey includes literature, history, art history and music. This interdisciplinary course is the point of departure for advanced study in literature, history, art history and linguistics.

Advanced Studies

Advanced courses in literature, history, art history and linguistics continue our exploration of the Hispanic world. On this level students do research papers, written in Spanish, in many of the courses. Topics can be chosen from a wide spectrum of subjects.