Spanish, Minor
Saint Louis University offers an undergraduate minor in Spanish on its main campus and at SLU-Madrid.
Speaking a language other than English is necessary in an increasingly globalized, complex world. A minor in Spanish can complement nearly any major, especially those related to education, health sciences, law, international studies, political science, psychology, social work, sociology, biology or humanities, and can be completed at SLU with just 18 credits.
With the help of a team of dedicated, experienced instructors and mentors, Spanish minors at SLU build connections with Hispanic cultures by refining their language skills in Spanish, developing intercultural competence, exploring the Hispanic cultural legacy and gaining familiarity with Spanish within professional contexts. Throughout their coursework, Spanish minors develop critical, analytical and language skills.
Students complete a minimum of 18 credits for the minor. Students may start the program at the 2000 level or 3000 level depending on their language and cultural proficiency.
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Skills-Expanding Courses | ||
| SPAN 2010 | Connecting with the Hispanic World: Intermediate Spanish 1 | 3 |
| SPAN 3010 | Connecting with the Hispanic World: Intermediate Spanish II | 3 |
| SPAN 3020 | Eloquent Communication in Spanish | 3 |
| 3000-Level Spanish Elective Courses | ||
| Select no more than two 3000-level courses beyond SPAN 3020: | 6 | |
| Refining Spanish Expression: Grammar & Composition | ||
| In Conversation with the Hispanic World | ||
| Spanish Pronunciation | ||
| Medical Spanish | ||
| Mental Health and Spanish | ||
| Race, Gender, Class and Social Justice in Latin America | ||
| Special Topics | ||
| 4000-Level Spanish Elective Courses | 3 | |
| Select the number of 4000 level courses needed to complete 18 credits minimum. | ||
| Total Credits | 18 | |
Every minor is assigned a Spanish mentor who provides guidance and support within the program. All students are encouraged to contact and/or meet with their Spanish mentor at least once a year. Mentors in the Spanish program help minors make the most out of their learning experience.
Students can complete all or part of the Spanish minor at SLU's campus in Madrid.
Continuation Standards
All courses for the Spanish minor must be completed with a grade of C or better. Students who do not achieve the "C" or better grade in a required course will be expected to repeat the course in an attempt to achieve the "C" or better grade. Students may repeat a required course one time. Failure to achieve the "C" or better grade after one repeat attempt will have the student dismissed from the Minor in Spanish.
Students who want to experience Spanish life and culture firsthand and practice their language skills outside the classroom can complete all or part of the Spanish minor at Saint Louis University-Madrid. You may also choose to take many of your general degree requirements, such as psychology, history and theology, in Spanish.
For additional information about this program, please contact languages@slu.edu or call 314-977-2617.