Wilkes University offers a major and minor in Spanish (along with a program leading to secondary education certification for Spanish majors) and introductory-level courses in French on a regular basis. In addition, other introductory-level foreign language courses are offered based on student demand and the availability of qualified faculty. For more information on these classes, please contact the chair of Global Cultures: History, Languages & Philosophy.
Requirements
Total minimum number of credits required for a major in Spanish leading to the B.A. degree - 120
Total minimum number of credits required for a minor in Spanish - 18
Study of foreign languages and literatures develops competence in another language, leads to a better understanding of international issues, and cultivates an appreciation of the differences among diverse cultures. Command of a foreign language enables students to advance their foreign language studies at the graduate level or pursue a broad range of career opportunities in the fields of education, domestic and international commerce, government service, industry, and many others.
Students who plan to major or minor in Spanish are particularly encouraged to consider completing a portion of their program overseas. Wilkes offers Study Abroad opportunities in Spain and Latin America. Students have the opportunity to spend a summer or a semester in Spain.
Spanish Major
Spanish is offered as a major field of study. A major in Spanish consists of 25 credit hours beyond SP (Spanish)204 (Intermediate Spanish II), including at least one 300-level course.
In the interest of broadening career options, all Spanish majors are advised to combine their language studies with another discipline. All majors are strongly urged to spend at least a summer or one semester abroad, as arranged in consultation with their Spanish advisor.
Spanish in Conjunction with the Secondary Education Major or Minor
Students interested in becoming PK-12 teachers in Spanish should make an appointment with the chairperson of the Education Department or the Coordinator of the Secondary Education Program as early as possible in their course of study to plan their professional studies. These students will declare a major in Spanish and as well as a major or minor in Secondary Education. The major in Secondary Education must be taken in conjunction with an approved major; it cannot stand alone as a major. Upon successful completion of the secondary education program, students may become certified in Pennsylvania to teach in grades PK-12 in their chosen field.
Students interested in pursuing either the major or the minor in Secondary Education should refer to the Education Department section of this bulletin for complete details of the curriculum and other degree requirements. Students should also consult carefully with their Education program and Spanish program advisors in planning their course of studies.
Total credits required for PK-12 Education minor - 40
Total credits required for PK-12 Education major - 47