Department of Modern Languages and Literatures
The Department of Modern Languages and Literatures offers a major in Spanish designed to develop the student’s specialized knowledge of culture, literature, and language. The department also offers a major in Modern Language Studies, which gives students the opportunity to study various cultural aspects of a language area. Minors in French, German, Russian, Spanish, Comparative Literature, East Asian Studies, Foreign Languages (Chinese, Italian, Korean), and Linguistics give students the opportunity to refine language skills, develop linguistic awareness, and acquire knowledge of a foreign culture and/or literature. Skills-development courses, which facilitate speaking, reading, writing, and understanding of a foreign language, are offered in these languages as well as in Chinese, Italian and Korean. Courses in comparative studies in the humanities relate literatures to the other arts and general currents of culture and humanistic thought, while coursework in linguistics focuses on general concepts of linguistic structure and meaning and relates language development to other areas of human understanding. Additional study abroad is strongly encouraged. The department also offers courses in Media Studies, which allow students to put into practice their theoretical studies in the humanities.
Department Honors
A student whose grade point average in courses taken at UTSA is at least 3.0, whose grade point average in upper-division courses in one of the fields offered as a major in the department is at least 3.5, and who has completed 18 semester credit hours at the upper-division level in the major (24 hours for Spanish) may petition the undergraduate faculty advisor to enroll in the appropriate honors course (FL 4993 Honors Research, FRN 4993 Honors Research, GER 4993 Honors Research, or SPN 4993 Honors Research). If the student maintains the minimum grade point averages upon completion of the course, the Department Honors Committee will evaluate the project the student completed in the honors course and determine whether he or she will be awarded Department Honors.
Bachelor of Arts Degree in Spanish
The minimum number of semester credit hours required for this degree, including the hours in the Core Curriculum requirements, is 120. Thirty-nine of the total semester credit hours required for the degree must be at the upper-division level.
The Signature Experience, included in the required forty-five hours, serves as a peak in the student’s educational program by providing various opportunities in which to display or practice knowledge gained at UTSA. The Signature Experience can be realized as one of a number of study or practical options, such as an independent study, internship, and study abroad.
Students seeking teacher certification should consult the Interdisciplinary Education Advising and Certification Center for information.
All candidates seeking this degree must fulfill the Core Curriculum requirements and the degree requirements, which are listed below.
Core Curriculum Requirements (42 semester credit hours)
Students seeking the B.A. degree in Spanish must fulfill University Core Curriculum requirements in the same manner as other students. If courses are taken to satisfy both a degree requirement and a Core Curriculum requirement, then students may need to take additional courses in order to meet the minimum number of semester credit hours required for this degree.
SPN 1014 or SPN 2333 may be used to satisfy the Language, Philosophy and Culture core requirement.
For a complete listing of courses that satisfy the Core Curriculum requirements, see Core Curriculum Component Area Requirements.
Core Curriculum Component Area Requirements
First Year Experience Requirement (3 semester credit hours)
All students must complete one of the following courses, for a total of 3 semester credit hours:
Code | Title | Credit Hours |
---|---|---|
AIS 1203 | Academic Inquiry and Scholarship | 3 |
AIS 1213 | AIS: Architecture, Construction, and Planning | 3 |
AIS 1223 | AIS: Arts and Humanities | 3 |
AIS 1233 | AIS: Business | 3 |
AIS 1243 | AIS: Engineering, Mathematics, and Sciences | 3 |
AIS 1253 | AIS: Interdisciplinary Education | 3 |
AIS 1263 | AIS: Life and Health Sciences | 3 |
AIS 1273 | AIS: Social Sciences and Public Policy | 3 |
Communication (6 semester credit hours)
Students must complete the following courses, for a total of 6 semester credit hours:
Code | Title | Credit Hours |
---|---|---|
WRC 1013 | Freshman Composition I | 3 |
WRC 1023 | Freshman Composition II | 3 |
Mathematics (3 semester credit hours)
Students must complete one of the following courses, for a total of 3 semester credit hours:
Code | Title | Credit Hours |
---|---|---|
CS 1173 | Data Analysis and Visualization | 3 |
MAT 1023 | College Algebra with Applications | 3 |
MAT 1043 | Introduction to Mathematics | 3 |
MAT 1053 | Mathematics for Business | 3 |
MAT 1073 | Algebra for Scientists and Engineers | 3 |
MAT 1093 | Precalculus | 3 |
MAT 1133 | Calculus for Business | 3 |
MAT 1193 | Calculus for the Biosciences | 3 |
MAT 1214 | Calculus I | 4 |
STA 1053 | Basic Statistics | 3 |
Life and Physical Sciences (6 semester credit hours)
Students must complete two of the following courses for a total of 6 semester credit hours:
Code | Title | Credit Hours |
---|---|---|
ANT 2033 | Introduction to Biological Anthropology | 3 |
AST 1013 | Introduction to Astronomy | 3 |
AST 1033 | Exploration of the Solar System | 3 |
BIO 1203 | Biosciences I for Science Majors | 3 |
BIO 1223 | Biosciences II for Science Majors | 3 |
BIO 1233 | Contemporary Biology I | 3 |
BIO 1243 | Contemporary Biology II | 3 |
CHE 1083 | Introduction to the Molecular Structure of Matter | 3 |
CHE 1093 | Introduction to Molecular Transformations | 3 |
ES 1113 | Environmental Botany | 3 |
ES 1123 | Environmental Zoology | 3 |
ES 1213 | Environmental Geology | 3 |
ES 2013 | Introduction to Environmental Science I | 3 |
ES 2023 | Introduction to Environmental Science II | 3 |
GEO 1013 | The Third Planet | 3 |
GEO 1033 | Geology of North American National Parks | 3 |
GEO 1123 | Life Through Time | 3 |
GES 2613 | Intro to Physical Geography | 3 |
PHY 1943 | Physics for Scientists and Engineers I | 3 |
PHY 1963 | Physics for Scientists and Engineers II | 3 |
Language, Philosophy and Culture (3 semester credit hours)
Students must complete one of the following courses, for a total of 3 semester credit hours:
Code | Title | Credit Hours |
---|---|---|
AAS 2013 | Introduction to African American Studies | 3 |
AAS 2113 | African American Culture, Leadership and Social Issues | 3 |
ANT 2063 | Language, Thought, and Culture | 3 |
ARC 1113 | Introduction to the Built Environment | 3 |
ARC 2423 | Global History of Architecture and Urbanism: Renaissance to 19th Century | 3 |
CHN 1014 | Elementary Chinese I | 4 |
CLA 2013 | Introduction to Ancient Greece | 3 |
CLA 2023 | Introduction to Ancient Rome | 3 |
CLA 2323 | Classical Mythology | 3 |
CSH 1103 | Literary Masterpieces of Western Culture I | 3 |
CSH 1113 | Literary Masterpieces of Western Culture II | 3 |
CSH 1213 | Topics in World Cultures | 3 |
CSH 2113 | The Foreign Film | 3 |
ENG 2013 | Introduction to Literature | 3 |
ENG 2023 | Literature and Film | 3 |
ENG 2213 | Literary Criticism and Analysis | 3 |
ENG 2383 | Multiethnic Literatures of the United States | 3 |
ENG 2423 | Literature of Texas and the Southwest | 3 |
ENG 2443 | Persuasion and Rhetoric | 3 |
FRN 1014 | Elementary French I | 4 |
FRN 2333 | French Literature in English Translation | 3 |
GER 1014 | Elementary German I | 4 |
GER 2333 | German Literature in English Translation | 3 |
GES 1023 | World Regions & Global Change | 3 |
GLA 1013 | US in Global Context | 3 |
GRK 1114 | Introductory Classical Greek I | 4 |
HIS 2123 | Introduction to World Civilization to the Fifteenth Century | 3 |
HIS 2133 | Introduction to World Civilization since the Fifteenth Century | 3 |
HIS 2533 | Introduction to Latin American Civilization | 3 |
HIS 2543 | Introduction to Islamic Civilization | 3 |
HIS 2553 | Introduction to East Asian Civilization | 3 |
HIS 2573 | Introduction to African Civilization | 3 |
HIS 2583 | Introduction to South Asian Civilization | 3 |
HUM 2093 | World Religions | 3 |
ITL 1014 | Elementary Italian I | 4 |
ITL 2333 | Italian Literature in English Translation | 3 |
JPN 1014 | Elementary Japanese I | 4 |
LAT 1114 | Introductory Latin I | 4 |
MAS 2013 | Introduction to Chicano(a) Studies | 3 |
PHI 1043 | Critical Thinking | 3 |
PHI 2013 | Basic Philosophical Problems | 3 |
PHI 2023 | Introduction to Ancient Philosophy | 3 |
PHI 2033 | Introduction to Early Modern Philosophy | 3 |
PHI 2123 | Contemporary Moral Issues | 3 |
RUS 1014 | Elementary Russian I | 4 |
RUS 2333 | Russian Literature in English Translation | 3 |
SPN 1014 | Elementary Spanish I | 4 |
SPN 2333 | Hispanic Literature in English Translation | 3 |
WGSS 2013 | Introduction to Women’s Studies | 3 |
WGSS 2023 | Introduction to LGBTQ Studies | 3 |
Creative Arts (3 semester credit hours)
Students must complete one of the following courses, for a total of 3 semester credit hours:
Code | Title | Credit Hours |
---|---|---|
AHC 1113 | Art History I | 3 |
AHC 1123 | Art History II | 3 |
ARC 1513 | Great Buildings and Cities of the World | 3 |
ARC 2413 | Global History of Architecture and Urbanism: Prehistory to Medieval | 3 |
ART 1103 | Introduction to Visual Arts | 3 |
BBL 2023 | Latino Cultural Expressions | 3 |
CLA 2033 | Introduction to Classical Literature | 3 |
DAN 2003 | Introduction to Dance | 3 |
HUM 2023 | Introduction to the Humanities I | 3 |
HUM 2033 | Introduction to the Humanities II | 3 |
HUM 2053 | History of Film | 3 |
MAS 2023 | Latino Cultural Expressions | 3 |
MUS 2243 | World Music in Society | 3 |
MUS 2633 | American Roots Music | 3 |
MUS 2653 | Music in Culture | 3 |
MUS 2663 | History and Styles of Jazz | 3 |
MUS 2673 | History and Styles of Rock | 3 |
MUS 2683 | History and Styles of Western Art Music | 3 |
MUS 2713 | History of Recorded Music | 3 |
MUS 2743 | Music and Film | 3 |
PHI 2073 | Philosophy of Art | 3 |
American History (6 semester credit hours)
Students must complete two of the following courses, for a total of 6 semester credit hours:
Code | Title | Credit Hours |
---|---|---|
HIS 1043 | United States History: Pre-Columbus to Civil War Era | 3 |
HIS 1053 | United States History: Civil War Era to Present | 3 |
HIS 2053 | Texas History | 3 |
Government-Political Science (6 semester credit hours)
Students must complete two of the following courses, for a total of 6 semester credit hours:
Code | Title | Credit Hours |
---|---|---|
POL 1013 | Introduction to American Politics | 3 |
and one of the following two courses: | ||
POL 1133 | Texas Politics and Society | 3 |
POL 1213 | Civil Rights in Texas and America | 3 |
Social and Behavioral Sciences (3 semester credit hours)
Students must complete one of the following courses, for a total of 3 semester credit hours:
Code | Title | Credit Hours |
---|---|---|
AMS 2043 | Approaches to American Culture | 3 |
ANT 1013 | Introduction to Anthropology | 3 |
ANT 2043 | Introduction to Archaeology | 3 |
ANT 2053 | Introduction to Cultural Anthropology | 3 |
BBL 2003 | Language, Culture, and Society | 3 |
BBL 2243 | Bilingual Families, Communities, and Schools: National and Transnational Experiences | 3 |
BIO 1033 | Drugs and Society | 3 |
CRJ 1113 | The American Criminal Justice System | 3 |
ECO 2003 | Economic Principles and Issues | 3 |
ECO 2023 | Introductory Microeconomics | 3 |
EGR 1343 | The Impact of Modern Technologies on Society | 3 |
ES 1003 | Survey Topics in Environmental Studies | 3 |
GES 1013 | Fundamentals of Geography | 3 |
GES 2623 | Human Geography: People, Place, Culture | 3 |
HTH 2413 | Introduction to Community and Public Health | 3 |
HTH 2513 | Personal Health | 3 |
IDS 2113 | Society and Social Issues | 3 |
PSY 1013 | Introduction to Psychology | 3 |
SOC 1013 | Introduction to Sociology | 3 |
SOC 2013 | Social Problems | 3 |
SOC 2023 | Social Context of Drug Use | 3 |
Component Area Option (CAO) (3 semester credit hours)
Students must complete either one of the following courses or any additional Core Curriculum course not previously used to satisfy a core component area requirement, for a total of 3 semester credit hours:
Code | Title | Credit Hours |
---|---|---|
COM 2113 | Public Speaking | 3 |
EGR 1403 | Technical Communication | 3 |
ENG 2413 | Technical Writing | 3 |
PAD 1113 | Public Administration and Policy in American Society | 3 |
PHI 2043 | Introductory Logic | 3 |
Core Curriculum Component Area Requirements
First Year Experience Requirement | 3 | |
Communication | 6 | |
Mathematics | 3 | |
Life and Physical Sciences | 6 | |
Language, Philosophy and Culture | 3 | |
Creative Arts | 3 | |
American History | 6 | |
Government-Political Science | 6 | |
Social and Behavioral Sciences | 3 | |
Component Area Option | 3 | |
Total Credit Hours | 42 |
Degree Requirements
Code | Title | Credit Hours |
---|---|---|
A. Courses within the major | ||
1. 6 semester credit hours of required courses | 6 | |
Introduction to Literature | ||
Grammar and Composition | ||
2. 9 semester credit hours of required content areas, of which 3 semester credit hours must be taken from each category: | 9 | |
a. Spanish Linguistics | ||
Spanish Phonetics and Phonology | ||
Linguistic Structures of Spanish | ||
Topics in Spanish Linguistics | ||
b. Spanish Translation and Interpreting | ||
Introduction to Translation and Interpreting | ||
Translation and Interpreting for the Language Specialist | ||
Interpreting in Legal Settings | ||
Interpreting in Medical Settings | ||
Advanced Practice in Healthcare Interpreting | ||
Topics in Translation and Interpreting Studies | ||
c. Hispanic Cultures and Literatures | ||
The Literature of Spain from the Middle Ages to 1700 | ||
The Literature of Spain from 1700 to the Present | ||
Latin American Literature to Modernism | ||
Latin American Literature since Modernism | ||
Spanish Culture and Civilization | ||
Latin American Culture and Civilization | ||
3. 15 additional semester credit hours of upper-division Spanish coursework, of which 9 hours must be at the 4000 level (a maximum of 3 credit hours may be taken in English (e.g. LNG) | 15 | |
B. Free Electives | 48 | |
Select 48 semester credit hours of electives. | ||
Total Credit Hours | 78 |
Course Sequence Guide for B.A. Degree in Spanish
This course sequence guide is designed to assist students in completing their UTSA undergraduate Spanish degree requirements. This is merely a guide and students must satisfy other requirements of this catalog and meet with their academic advisor for individualized degree plans. Progress within this guide depends upon such factors as course availability, individual student academic preparation, student time management, work obligations, and individual financial considerations. Students may choose to take courses during Summer terms to reduce course loads during long semesters.
B.A. in Spanish – Four-Year Academic Plan
First Year | ||
---|---|---|
Fall | Credit Hours | |
AIS 1203 | Academic Inquiry and Scholarship (core) | 3 |
SPN 1014 or free elective (core and major/free elective) | 3-4 | |
WRC 1013 | Freshman Composition I (core) | 3 |
Mathematics (core) | 3 | |
Life & Physical Sciences (core) | 3 | |
Credit Hours | 15-16 | |
Spring | ||
HIS 1043 | United States History: Pre-Columbus to Civil War Era (core) or United States History: Civil War Era to Present or Texas History | 3 |
POL 1013 | Introduction to American Politics (core) | 3 |
SPN 1024 or free elective (core and major/free elective) | 3-4 | |
WRC 1023 | Freshman Composition II (core) | 3 |
Life & Physical Sciences (core) | 3 | |
Credit Hours | 15-16 | |
Second Year | ||
Fall | ||
HIS 1043 | United States History: Pre-Columbus to Civil War Era (core) or United States History: Civil War Era to Present or Texas History | 3 |
SPN 2013 | Intermediate Spanish I (or free elective) | 3 |
Free elective | 3 | |
Language, Philosophy & Culture (core or free elective) | 3 | |
Social and Behavioral Sciences (core) | 3 | |
Credit Hours | 15 | |
Spring | ||
POL 1133 or POL 1213 | Texas Politics and Society (core) or Civil Rights in Texas and America | 3 |
SPN 2023 | Intermediate Spanish II | 3 |
Free elective | 3 | |
Creative Arts (core) | 3 | |
Component Area Option (core) | 3 | |
Credit Hours | 15 | |
Third Year | ||
Fall | ||
SPN 3043 | Introduction to Literature | 3 |
SPN 3063 | Grammar and Composition | 3 |
Free elective | 3 | |
Free elective | 3 | |
Free elective | 3 | |
Credit Hours | 15 | |
Spring | ||
Spanish Linguistics course | 3 | |
Spanish Translation and Interpreting course | 3 | |
Hispanic Literatures and Cultures course | 3 | |
Free elective | 3 | |
Free elective | 3 | |
Credit Hours | 15 | |
Fourth Year | ||
Fall | ||
Upper-division SPN elective | 3 | |
Upper-division SPN elective | 3 | |
4000-level SPN elective | 3 | |
Free elective | 3 | |
Free elective | 3 | |
Credit Hours | 15 | |
Spring | ||
4000-level SPN elective | 3 | |
4000-level SPN elective | 3 | |
Free elective | 3 | |
Free elective | 3 | |
Free elective (to meet the 120 hour minimum) | 1-3 | |
Credit Hours | 15-13 | |
Total Credit Hours | 120 |
Bachelor of Arts Degree in Modern Language Studies
The major in Modern Language Studies addresses the growing need for students to prepare for the demands brought about by globalization and the increased national focus on international security. It provides the opportunity for UTSA students to graduate with an emphasis in a single language area according to their individual career interests. It is designed to give students the opportunity to structure their program in a variety of concentrations, including double majors. By selecting the Modern Language Studies major, students receive a well-rounded humanistic education and prepare themselves for jobs requiring a flexible liberal arts degree, among them careers in government, national security, public service, teaching, international business, banking, international media, communications, tourism, foreign relations, and publishing. The Modern Language Studies major also develops skills, knowledge, and cultural awareness which provide a solid foundation for successful work in graduate studies in the humanities and social sciences, as well as in law and medicine. The Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Modern Language Studies is available to students of languages which offer upper-division courses at UTSA. For students of Spanish, these needs are met by the Bachelor of Arts degree in Spanish.
The following optional components are strongly recommended:
- Study Abroad
Study abroad in the target language environment will give students the opportunity to further enhance their language and culture skills. Students are encouraged to include a semester or at least a summer abroad in their degree plan. - Languages Across the Curriculum
1-semester-credit-hour language courses offered online (FL 3101 Languages Across the Curriculum) will complement the student’s elective courses in other disciplines, such as history and political science. These add-on components will mirror the topics taught in the regular courses.
The minimum number of semester credit hours required for the B.A. degree in Modern Language Studies, including the hours in the Core Curriculum requirements, is 120. Thirty-nine of the total semester credit hours required for the degree must be at the upper-division level. Students seeking teacher certification should consult the Interdisciplinary Education Advising and Certification Center for information.
All candidates seeking this degree must fulfill the Core Curriculum requirements and the degree requirements, which are listed below.
Core Curriculum Requirements (42 semester credit hours)
Students seeking the B.A. degree in Modern Language Studies must fulfill University Core Curriculum requirements in the same manner as other students. If courses are taken to satisfy both a degree requirement and a Core Curriculum requirement, then students may need to take additional courses in order to meet the minimum number of semester credit hours required for this degree.
Elementary Language I course number 1014, CSH 1103, CSH 1113, CSH 1213, or CSH 2113 should be used to satisfy the core requirement in Language, Philosophy and Culture.
For a complete listing of courses that satisfy the Core Curriculum requirements, see Core Curriculum Component Area Requirements.
Core Curriculum Component Area Requirements
First Year Experience Requirement (3 semester credit hours)
All students must complete one of the following courses, for a total of 3 semester credit hours:
Code | Title | Credit Hours |
---|---|---|
AIS 1203 | Academic Inquiry and Scholarship | 3 |
AIS 1213 | AIS: Architecture, Construction, and Planning | 3 |
AIS 1223 | AIS: Arts and Humanities | 3 |
AIS 1233 | AIS: Business | 3 |
AIS 1243 | AIS: Engineering, Mathematics, and Sciences | 3 |
AIS 1253 | AIS: Interdisciplinary Education | 3 |
AIS 1263 | AIS: Life and Health Sciences | 3 |
AIS 1273 | AIS: Social Sciences and Public Policy | 3 |
Communication (6 semester credit hours)
Students must complete the following courses, for a total of 6 semester credit hours:
Code | Title | Credit Hours |
---|---|---|
WRC 1013 | Freshman Composition I | 3 |
WRC 1023 | Freshman Composition II | 3 |
Mathematics (3 semester credit hours)
Students must complete one of the following courses, for a total of 3 semester credit hours:
Code | Title | Credit Hours |
---|---|---|
CS 1173 | Data Analysis and Visualization | 3 |
MAT 1023 | College Algebra with Applications | 3 |
MAT 1043 | Introduction to Mathematics | 3 |
MAT 1053 | Mathematics for Business | 3 |
MAT 1073 | Algebra for Scientists and Engineers | 3 |
MAT 1093 | Precalculus | 3 |
MAT 1133 | Calculus for Business | 3 |
MAT 1193 | Calculus for the Biosciences | 3 |
MAT 1214 | Calculus I | 4 |
STA 1053 | Basic Statistics | 3 |
Life and Physical Sciences (6 semester credit hours)
Students must complete two of the following courses for a total of 6 semester credit hours:
Code | Title | Credit Hours |
---|---|---|
ANT 2033 | Introduction to Biological Anthropology | 3 |
AST 1013 | Introduction to Astronomy | 3 |
AST 1033 | Exploration of the Solar System | 3 |
BIO 1203 | Biosciences I for Science Majors | 3 |
BIO 1223 | Biosciences II for Science Majors | 3 |
BIO 1233 | Contemporary Biology I | 3 |
BIO 1243 | Contemporary Biology II | 3 |
CHE 1083 | Introduction to the Molecular Structure of Matter | 3 |
CHE 1093 | Introduction to Molecular Transformations | 3 |
ES 1113 | Environmental Botany | 3 |
ES 1123 | Environmental Zoology | 3 |
ES 1213 | Environmental Geology | 3 |
ES 2013 | Introduction to Environmental Science I | 3 |
ES 2023 | Introduction to Environmental Science II | 3 |
GEO 1013 | The Third Planet | 3 |
GEO 1033 | Geology of North American National Parks | 3 |
GEO 1123 | Life Through Time | 3 |
GES 2613 | Intro to Physical Geography | 3 |
PHY 1943 | Physics for Scientists and Engineers I | 3 |
PHY 1963 | Physics for Scientists and Engineers II | 3 |
Language, Philosophy and Culture (3 semester credit hours)
Students must complete one of the following courses, for a total of 3 semester credit hours:
Code | Title | Credit Hours |
---|---|---|
AAS 2013 | Introduction to African American Studies | 3 |
AAS 2113 | African American Culture, Leadership and Social Issues | 3 |
ANT 2063 | Language, Thought, and Culture | 3 |
ARC 1113 | Introduction to the Built Environment | 3 |
ARC 2423 | Global History of Architecture and Urbanism: Renaissance to 19th Century | 3 |
CHN 1014 | Elementary Chinese I | 4 |
CLA 2013 | Introduction to Ancient Greece | 3 |
CLA 2023 | Introduction to Ancient Rome | 3 |
CLA 2323 | Classical Mythology | 3 |
CSH 1103 | Literary Masterpieces of Western Culture I | 3 |
CSH 1113 | Literary Masterpieces of Western Culture II | 3 |
CSH 1213 | Topics in World Cultures | 3 |
CSH 2113 | The Foreign Film | 3 |
ENG 2013 | Introduction to Literature | 3 |
ENG 2023 | Literature and Film | 3 |
ENG 2213 | Literary Criticism and Analysis | 3 |
ENG 2383 | Multiethnic Literatures of the United States | 3 |
ENG 2423 | Literature of Texas and the Southwest | 3 |
ENG 2443 | Persuasion and Rhetoric | 3 |
FRN 1014 | Elementary French I | 4 |
FRN 2333 | French Literature in English Translation | 3 |
GER 1014 | Elementary German I | 4 |
GER 2333 | German Literature in English Translation | 3 |
GES 1023 | World Regions & Global Change | 3 |
GLA 1013 | US in Global Context | 3 |
GRK 1114 | Introductory Classical Greek I | 4 |
HIS 2123 | Introduction to World Civilization to the Fifteenth Century | 3 |
HIS 2133 | Introduction to World Civilization since the Fifteenth Century | 3 |
HIS 2533 | Introduction to Latin American Civilization | 3 |
HIS 2543 | Introduction to Islamic Civilization | 3 |
HIS 2553 | Introduction to East Asian Civilization | 3 |
HIS 2573 | Introduction to African Civilization | 3 |
HIS 2583 | Introduction to South Asian Civilization | 3 |
HUM 2093 | World Religions | 3 |
ITL 1014 | Elementary Italian I | 4 |
ITL 2333 | Italian Literature in English Translation | 3 |
JPN 1014 | Elementary Japanese I | 4 |
LAT 1114 | Introductory Latin I | 4 |
MAS 2013 | Introduction to Chicano(a) Studies | 3 |
PHI 1043 | Critical Thinking | 3 |
PHI 2013 | Basic Philosophical Problems | 3 |
PHI 2023 | Introduction to Ancient Philosophy | 3 |
PHI 2033 | Introduction to Early Modern Philosophy | 3 |
PHI 2123 | Contemporary Moral Issues | 3 |
RUS 1014 | Elementary Russian I | 4 |
RUS 2333 | Russian Literature in English Translation | 3 |
SPN 1014 | Elementary Spanish I | 4 |
SPN 2333 | Hispanic Literature in English Translation | 3 |
WGSS 2013 | Introduction to Women’s Studies | 3 |
WGSS 2023 | Introduction to LGBTQ Studies | 3 |
Creative Arts (3 semester credit hours)
Students must complete one of the following courses, for a total of 3 semester credit hours:
Code | Title | Credit Hours |
---|---|---|
AHC 1113 | Art History I | 3 |
AHC 1123 | Art History II | 3 |
ARC 1513 | Great Buildings and Cities of the World | 3 |
ARC 2413 | Global History of Architecture and Urbanism: Prehistory to Medieval | 3 |
ART 1103 | Introduction to Visual Arts | 3 |
BBL 2023 | Latino Cultural Expressions | 3 |
CLA 2033 | Introduction to Classical Literature | 3 |
DAN 2003 | Introduction to Dance | 3 |
HUM 2023 | Introduction to the Humanities I | 3 |
HUM 2033 | Introduction to the Humanities II | 3 |
HUM 2053 | History of Film | 3 |
MAS 2023 | Latino Cultural Expressions | 3 |
MUS 2243 | World Music in Society | 3 |
MUS 2633 | American Roots Music | 3 |
MUS 2653 | Music in Culture | 3 |
MUS 2663 | History and Styles of Jazz | 3 |
MUS 2673 | History and Styles of Rock | 3 |
MUS 2683 | History and Styles of Western Art Music | 3 |
MUS 2713 | History of Recorded Music | 3 |
MUS 2743 | Music and Film | 3 |
PHI 2073 | Philosophy of Art | 3 |
American History (6 semester credit hours)
Students must complete two of the following courses, for a total of 6 semester credit hours:
Code | Title | Credit Hours |
---|---|---|
HIS 1043 | United States History: Pre-Columbus to Civil War Era | 3 |
HIS 1053 | United States History: Civil War Era to Present | 3 |
HIS 2053 | Texas History | 3 |
Government-Political Science (6 semester credit hours)
Students must complete two of the following courses, for a total of 6 semester credit hours:
Code | Title | Credit Hours |
---|---|---|
POL 1013 | Introduction to American Politics | 3 |
and one of the following two courses: | ||
POL 1133 | Texas Politics and Society | 3 |
POL 1213 | Civil Rights in Texas and America | 3 |
Social and Behavioral Sciences (3 semester credit hours)
Students must complete one of the following courses, for a total of 3 semester credit hours:
Code | Title | Credit Hours |
---|---|---|
AMS 2043 | Approaches to American Culture | 3 |
ANT 1013 | Introduction to Anthropology | 3 |
ANT 2043 | Introduction to Archaeology | 3 |
ANT 2053 | Introduction to Cultural Anthropology | 3 |
BBL 2003 | Language, Culture, and Society | 3 |
BBL 2243 | Bilingual Families, Communities, and Schools: National and Transnational Experiences | 3 |
BIO 1033 | Drugs and Society | 3 |
CRJ 1113 | The American Criminal Justice System | 3 |
ECO 2003 | Economic Principles and Issues | 3 |
ECO 2023 | Introductory Microeconomics | 3 |
EGR 1343 | The Impact of Modern Technologies on Society | 3 |
ES 1003 | Survey Topics in Environmental Studies | 3 |
GES 1013 | Fundamentals of Geography | 3 |
GES 2623 | Human Geography: People, Place, Culture | 3 |
HTH 2413 | Introduction to Community and Public Health | 3 |
HTH 2513 | Personal Health | 3 |
IDS 2113 | Society and Social Issues | 3 |
PSY 1013 | Introduction to Psychology | 3 |
SOC 1013 | Introduction to Sociology | 3 |
SOC 2013 | Social Problems | 3 |
SOC 2023 | Social Context of Drug Use | 3 |
Component Area Option (CAO) (3 semester credit hours)
Students must complete either one of the following courses or any additional Core Curriculum course not previously used to satisfy a core component area requirement, for a total of 3 semester credit hours:
Code | Title | Credit Hours |
---|---|---|
COM 2113 | Public Speaking | 3 |
EGR 1403 | Technical Communication | 3 |
ENG 2413 | Technical Writing | 3 |
PAD 1113 | Public Administration and Policy in American Society | 3 |
PHI 2043 | Introductory Logic | 3 |
Core Curriculum Component Area Requirements
First Year Experience Requirement | 3 | |
Communication | 6 | |
Mathematics | 3 | |
Life and Physical Sciences | 6 | |
Language, Philosophy and Culture | 3 | |
Creative Arts | 3 | |
American History | 6 | |
Government-Political Science | 6 | |
Social and Behavioral Sciences | 3 | |
Component Area Option | 3 | |
Total Credit Hours | 42 |
Degree Requirements
Code | Title | Credit Hours |
---|---|---|
A. Courses within the major | ||
1. 10 semester credit hours of basic language courses in a single discipline (other than SPN) | 10 | |
Elementary Language II course number 1024 | ||
Intermediate Language I course number 2013 | ||
Intermediate Language II course number 2023 | ||
2. 6 semester credit hours of upper-division language courses. | 6 | |
3. 18 credit hours of area-specific courses in language, linguistics, literature, and culture in the college, 12 of which must be at the upper-division level. | 18 | |
B. Electives | ||
Select 44 semester credit hours of free electives | 44 | |
Students are encouraged to consider a double major in areas such as global studies, or take courses in additional foreign languages or other internationally focused topics. Study Abroad and Languages Across the Curriculum courses are strongly recommended. | ||
Total Credit Hours | 78 |
Course Sequence Guide for B.A. Degree in Modern Language Studies
This course sequence guide is designed to assist students in completing their UTSA undergraduate Modern Language Studies degree requirements. This is merely a guide and students must satisfy other requirements of this catalog and meet with their academic advisor for individualized degree plans. Progress within this guide depends upon such factors as course availability, individual student academic preparation, student time management, work obligations, and individual financial considerations. Students may choose to take courses during Summer terms to reduce course loads during long semesters. Study Abroad courses are strongly encouraged. Contact the department for advising.
B.A. in Modern Language Studies – Four-Year Academic Plan
First Year | ||
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Fall | Credit Hours | |
AIS 1203 | Academic Inquiry and Scholarship (core) | 3 |
HIS 1043 | United States History: Pre-Columbus to Civil War Era (core) or United States History: Civil War Era to Present or Texas History | 3 |
WRC 1013 | Freshman Composition I (core) | 3 |
Elementary Language I course number 1014 (core and major) | 4 | |
Life & Physical Sciences (core) | 3 | |
Credit Hours | 16 | |
Spring | ||
HIS 1043 | United States History: Pre-Columbus to Civil War Era (core) or United States History: Civil War Era to Present or Texas History | 3 |
WRC 1023 | Freshman Composition II (core) | 3 |
Language 1024 | 4 | |
Life & Physical Sciences (core) | 3 | |
Mathematics (core) | 3 | |
Credit Hours | 16 | |
Second Year | ||
Fall | ||
POL 1013 | Introduction to American Politics (core) | 3 |
Free elective | 3 | |
Intermediate Language I course number 2013 | 3 | |
Lower-division area studies course | 3 | |
Social and Behavioral Sciences (core) | 3 | |
Credit Hours | 15 | |
Spring | ||
POL 1133 or POL 1213 | Texas Politics and Society (core) or Civil Rights in Texas and America | 3 |
Free elective | 3 | |
Intermediate Language II course number 2023 | 3 | |
Creative Arts (core) | 3 | |
Lower-division area studies (Component Area Option core) | 3 | |
Credit Hours | 15 | |
Third Year | ||
Fall | ||
LNG 3813 | Introduction to Linguistics | 3 |
Upper-division language, literature, culture | 3 | |
Upper-division language, literature, culture | 3 | |
Free elective | 3 | |
Free elective | 3 | |
Credit Hours | 15 | |
Spring | ||
Upper-division language, literature, culture | 3 | |
Upper-division language, literature, culture | 3 | |
Free upper-division elective | 3 | |
Free elective | 3 | |
Free elective | 3 | |
Credit Hours | 15 | |
Fourth Year | ||
Fall | ||
Upper-division language, literature, culture | 3 | |
Free upper-division elective | 3 | |
Free upper-division elective | 3 | |
Free upper-division elective | 3 | |
Free upper-division elective | 3 | |
Credit Hours | 15 | |
Spring | ||
Upper-division language, literature, culture | 3 | |
Free elective (to meet 120 hour minimum) | 1 | |
Free upper-division elective | 3 | |
Free upper-division elective | 3 | |
Free elective | 3 | |
Credit Hours | 13 | |
Total Credit Hours | 120 |
- Minor in Comparative Literature
- Minor in East Asian Studies
- Minor in Foreign Languages
- Minor in French
- Minor in German
- Minor in Linguistics
- Minor in Russian
- Minor in Spanish
- Minor in Translation and Interpreting Studies
Minor in Comparative Literature
The Minor in Comparative Literature offers an opportunity to study texts in a manner that transcends national and linguistic boundaries. It enables students to develop, through their majors, a solid grounding in one particular tradition (e.g., English, Spanish, French) or one discipline (e.g., history, music) while also embracing a broader perspective through the minor. A student minoring in comparative literature may wish to pursue graduate work in comparative literature or in a specific national literary tradition or to pursue a career in translation, teaching, publishing, or writing. The Minor in Comparative Literature fosters the sophistication appropriate to a liberal arts degree.
All students pursuing the Minor in Comparative Literature must complete 18 semester credit hours.
Code | Title | Credit Hours |
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A. Upper-division literature courses | ||
Select 12 semester credit hours from at least two of the following disciplines: Classics, English, French, German, Italian, Russian, or Spanish | 12 | |
B. Upper-division in comparative studies in the humanities | ||
1. Comparative Literature | ||
CSH 3023 | Studies in Comparative Literature | 3 |
2. One course of an additional upper-division CSH course | 3 | |
Total Credit Hours | 18 |
Minor in East Asian Studies
All students pursuing the Minor in East Asian Studies must complete 19 semester credit hours.
Code | Title | Credit Hours |
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A. Required Courses | ||
CHN 1024 | Elementary Chinese II | 4 |
or JPN 1024 | Elementary Japanese II | |
or KOR 1024 | Elementary Korean II | |
CSH 4003 | Colloquium in East Asian Culture | 3 |
B. 12 semester credit hours of elective courses | 12 | |
Topics in World Cultures | ||
Advanced Topics in World Cultures | ||
Special Projects in East Asian Studies | ||
The Geography and Politics of the Asian Rim | ||
Introduction to East Asian Civilization | ||
Modern Japan | ||
Late Imperial China | ||
China in Revolution | ||
Asian Philosophy | ||
Governments and Politics of East Asia | ||
Free Electives | Any East Asia focused courses, including additional language courses at the 2000-level or above, or a Study Abroad, chosen in consultation with the student’s advisor. | |
Total Credit Hours | 19 |
Minor in Foreign Languages
The Minor in Foreign Languages offers an opportunity to increase proficiency in reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills in a foreign language. The minor will lead to the acquisition of metalinguistic skills and an enhanced understanding of the target culture and its orientation to world communication.
All students pursuing the Minor in Foreign Languages must complete 18 semester credit hours with all language skill courses at the 2000 level and above.
Code | Title | Credit Hours |
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A. Language skill courses in the same language at the 2000 level or above | ||
Language skill courses | 6 | |
B. Language, Culture, and Linguistics courses, including FL and CSH | ||
Select 12 semester credit hours in the department, 9 hours of which must be at the upper-division level | 12 | |
Total Credit Hours | 18 |
Minor in French
All students pursuing the Minor in French must complete 18 semester credit hours at the 2000 level and above.
Code | Title | Credit Hours |
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A. Required language skill courses | ||
FRN 2013 | Intermediate French I | 3 |
FRN 2023 | Intermediate French II | 3 |
FRN 3023 | Advanced Language Skills | 3 |
B. Additional courses in French or French-related topics, including CSH and FL | ||
Select 9 semester credit hours, 6 hours of which must be at the upper-division level, chosen in consultation with the advisor for the Minor in French | 9 | |
Total Credit Hours | 18 |
Minor in German
All students pursuing the Minor in German must complete 18 semester credit hours at the 2000 level and above.
Code | Title | Credit Hours |
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A. Required language skill course | ||
GER 2013 | Intermediate German I | 3 |
GER 2023 | Intermediate German II | 3 |
GER 3023 | Advanced Language Skills | 3 |
B. Additional German or German-related courses, including CSH and FL | ||
Select 9 semester credit hours, 6 of which must be at the upper-division level, chosen in consultation with the advisor for the Minor in German | 9 | |
Total Credit Hours | 18 |
Minor in Linguistics
The Minor in Linguistics offers an enhanced awareness of the components, functions, and interfaces of human language. It prepares students for careers and advanced study for which such awareness is essential through coursework aligned with a student’s own professional goals and intellectual interests.
All students pursuing the Minor in Linguistics must complete 18 semester credit hours, at least 9 of which must be drawn from outside the major.
Code | Title | Credit Hours |
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A. Minor courses | ||
ENG 3343 | Principles of English Linguistics | 3 |
or LNG 3813 | Introduction to Linguistics | |
B. Linguistics of a particular language | ||
Select one of the following: | 3 | |
History of the English Language | ||
Introduction to the Structure of English | ||
Spanish Phonetics and Phonology | ||
Linguistic Structures of Spanish | ||
Topics in Spanish Linguistics | ||
The Spanish of the United States | ||
C. Additional courses | ||
Select two of the following in psycholinguistics, anthropological linguistics, sociolinguistics, or historical linguistics: | 6 | |
Introduction to Cultural Anthropology | ||
Language, Thought, and Culture | ||
Language Analysis and Bilingualism | ||
Language Development in Bilinguals | ||
Cultural and Linguistic Equity for Schooling | ||
Sociolinguistics | ||
Forensic Linguistics | ||
Topics in Linguistics | ||
D. Two additional courses chosen in consultation with an advisor | ||
Select two courses in one or more of the following approved areas: anthropology, bicultural-bilingual studies, English, foreign languages, and linguistics | 6 | |
Total Credit Hours | 18 |
Minor in Russian
All students pursuing the Minor in Russian must complete 18 semester credit hours at the 2000 level and above.
Code | Title | Credit Hours |
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A. Required Language skill courses | ||
RUS 2013 | Intermediate Russian I | 3 |
RUS 2023 | Intermediate Russian II | 3 |
B. Additional Russian or Russian-related courses, including CSH and FL | ||
Select 12 additional semester credit hours, 9 hours must be at the upper-division level | 12 | |
Total Credit Hours | 18 |
Minor in Spanish
All students pursuing the Minor in Spanish must complete 18 semester credit hours.
Code | Title | Credit Hours |
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A. Required courses | ||
SPN 3043 | Introduction to Literature | 3 |
SPN 3063 | Grammar and Composition | 3 |
B. Upper-division Spanish courses | ||
Select 12 semester credit hours of other upper-division Spanish courses chosen in consultation with the advisor | 12 | |
Total Credit Hours | 18 |
Minor in Translation and Interpreting Studies
The minor in Translation and Interpreting Studies (TIS) is intended for students with an interest in translation and interpreting between English and Spanish. The minor provides students with an opportunity to develop awareness of both the theory and the practice of language mediation in various settings, including healthcare and legal settings. The minor will provide a coherent program of study for students with intermediate-high to advanced proficiency in Spanish who are attracted to learning how to leverage their language skills in professional settings, and it will be of special interest to students interested in working in the fields of education, medicine, social work, criminal justice, and law. Coursework in the minor is supported and enhanced by existing coursework in advanced-level Spanish language as well as linguistics.
All students pursuing the Minor in Translation and Interpreting Studies must complete 18 semester credit hours.
Code | Title | Credit Hours |
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A. Spanish courses | ||
Select two from the following: | 6 | |
Oral and Written Expression | ||
Oral Communication Skills | ||
Spanish for Healthcare Professionals | ||
Grammar and Composition | ||
Advanced Language Skills | ||
B. Translation and Interpreting Studies courses | ||
Select three from the following: | 9 | |
Introduction to Translation and Interpreting | ||
Translation and Interpreting for the Language Specialist | ||
Interpreting in Legal Settings | ||
Interpreting in Medical Settings | ||
Advanced Practice in Healthcare Interpreting | ||
Topics in Translation and Interpreting Studies | ||
C. Linguistics courses | ||
Select one from the following: | 3 | |
Introduction to Linguistics | ||
Forensic Linguistics | ||
Linguistic Structures of Spanish | ||
Topics in Spanish Linguistics | ||
The Spanish of the United States | ||
Total Credit Hours | 18 |
Certificate in Healthcare Interpreting
The Certificate in Healthcare Interpreting designed to leverage the bilingual skills of Spanish- and English-speaking students who are pursuing undergraduate degrees in the biological sciences, social work, Medical Humanities, public health, or other health professions. The Certificate focuses specifically on basic concepts in translation and interpreting studies, Spanish-language training for healthcare contexts, and the theory and practice of medical interpreting. It will constitute a value-added, formal recognition of students’ abilities to function accurately, compassionately and effectively in professional clinical environments in both Spanish and English.
All students pursuing the Certificate in Healthcare Interpreting (Spanish/English must complete 15 credit hours of 3000-level of coursework in SPN (Spanish for the Professions) and TIS (Translation and Interpreting Studies).
Code | Title | Credit Hours |
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A. Spanish for the Professions (SPN) required courses | 3 | |
Spanish for Healthcare Professionals | ||
B. Translation and Interpreting Studies (TIS) foundations: select two of the following | 6 | |
Introduction to Translation and Interpreting | ||
Translation and Interpreting for the Language Specialist | ||
Interpreting in Legal Settings | ||
Topics in Translation and Interpreting Studies | ||
C. Translation and Interpreting (TIS) required healthcare courses | 6 | |
Interpreting in Medical Settings | ||
Advanced Practice in Healthcare Interpreting | ||
Topics in Translation and Interpreting Studies | ||
Total Credit Hours | 15 |
Chinese (CHN) Courses
CHN 1014. Elementary Chinese I. (3-2) 4 Credit Hours. (TCCN = CHIN 1411)
Fundamentals of Chinese offering the opportunity to develop basic listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills. Introduction of Chinese characters and Chinese culture. May be applied toward the Core Curriculum requirement in Language, Philosophy and Culture. Generally offered: Fall. Course Fees: LRC1 $16; LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $24.64; DL01 $100.
CHN 1024. Elementary Chinese II. (3-2) 4 Credit Hours. (TCCN = CHIN 1412)
Prerequisite: CHN 1014, an equivalent, an appropriate placement test score, or consent of instructor.
Fundamentals of Chinese offering the opportunity to develop basic speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills. Further study of Chinese characters and Chinese culture. Generally offered: Spring. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $24.64; DL01 $100.
CHN 2013. Intermediate Chinese I. (3-1) 3 Credit Hours. (TCCN = CHIN 2311)
Prerequisite: CHN 1024, an equivalent, an appropriate placement test score, or consent of instructor.
Continued opportunity to develop listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills through structural analysis of the Chinese language. Continued exposure to Chinese culture. Generally offered: Fall. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48; DL01 $75.
CHN 2023. Intermediate Chinese II. (3-1) 3 Credit Hours. (TCCN = CHIN 2312)
Prerequisite: CHN 2013, an equivalent, an appropriate placement test score, or consent of instructor.
Continued opportunity to develop listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills through structural analysis of the Chinese language. Continued exposure to Chinese culture. Generally offered: Spring. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48; DL01 $75.
CHN 3023. Advanced Language Skills. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: CHN 2023, the equivalent, the appropriate placement test score, or consent of instructor.
Offers the opportunity to develop advanced-level oral and written communication skills in the Chinese language, along with enhanced comprehension skills in listening and reading. May be repeated for credit when topics vary. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; STLF $18.48; DL01 $75.
CHN 4213. Topics in Chinese Culture. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: CHN 2023, the equivalent, or consent of instructor.
Selected topics in Chinese culture, such as festivals, marriage, medicine, tourism, religion, philosophy, cuisine, education, film, and art. May be repeated for credit when topics vary. Course Fees: MM01 $7; LRLF $10.27; STLF $18.48; DL01 $75.
Comparative Studies in the Humanities (CSH) Courses
CSH 1103. Literary Masterpieces of Western Culture I. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours. (TCCN = ENGL 2332)
Representative masterworks of Western literature in translation. An examination of major texts from antiquity to the Renaissance that have shaped and expressed Western cultural traditions. Situation of literary works in the context of the development of civilization. May be applied toward the Core Curriculum requirement in Language, Philosophy and Culture. Generally offered: Fall. Course Fees: LRC1 $12; LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48.
CSH 1113. Literary Masterpieces of Western Culture II. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours. (TCCN = ENGL 2333)
Representative masterworks of Western literature in translation. An examination of major texts from the Renaissance to the present that have shaped and expressed Western cultural traditions. Situation of literary works in the context of the development of civilization. May be applied toward the Core Curriculum requirement in Language, Philosophy and Culture. Course Fees: LRC1 $12; LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48.
CSH 1213. Topics in World Cultures. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours. (TCCN = HUMA 2323)
Introductory overview of a specific culture or cultural area as revealed through the diversity of its heritage. Includes topics such as Hispanic, Francophone, German, Slavic, Judaic, Latin, Oriental, or African culture. All readings are from English language or translated materials. May be repeated for credit when topics vary. May be applied toward the Core Curriculum requirement in Language, Philosophy and Culture. Generally offered: Spring, Summer. Course Fees: DL01 $75; LRC1 $12; LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48.
CSH 2113. The Foreign Film. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
An introduction to film as art and cultural expression. Emphasis on cinematic techniques, national traditions, genres, and the distinctive features of film as a humanistic medium. Films drawn from Latin America, Asia, Africa, and/or Europe. May be repeated for credit when topics vary. May be applied toward the Core Curriculum requirement in Language, Philosophy and Culture. Generally offered: Fall, Spring. Course Fees: LRC1 $12; LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48; DL01 $75.
CSH 3023. Studies in Comparative Literature. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: WRC 1023 or the equivalent.
Comparative investigation of foreign literature. Topics may include study of a genre, period, or motif, or comparison of authors across different languages. All readings are in English translation. May be repeated for credit when topics vary. Generally offered: Fall. Course Fees: DL01 $75; LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48.
CSH 3823. Advanced Topics in World Cultures. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: WRC 1023 or the equivalent.
Comparative investigation of foreign cultures. Topics may include various combinations and aspects of Hispanic, Francophone, German, Slavic, Judaic, Latin or Oriental cultures. All readings are in English translation. May be repeated for credit when topics vary. Generally offered: Fall, Spring. Course Fees: DL01 $75; LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48.
CSH 4003. Colloquium in East Asian Culture. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: CHN 1024, JPN 1024, or KOR 1024, or consent of instructor.
Offers the opportunity for further exploration and discussion of critical issues relating to East Asian culture, history, economy, and other selected topics. May be repeated once for credit when topics vary. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48; DL01 $75.
CSH 4153. Special Projects in East Asian Studies. (0-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: Permission of the Department Chair.
Supervised experience in a professional/academic setting that provides the opportunity to integrate theory and practice in East Asian Studies. Study Abroad experience in one area of the East Asian Region may be substituted for the Special Projects course. May be repeated once for credit when topics vary. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48.
Foreign Languages (FL) Courses
FL 1034. Beginning Language Study Abroad. (0-0) 4 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.
Opportunity to begin developing oral and written communication skills in the target language, along with enhanced comprehension skills in listening and reading. Linguistic and cultural immersion. May be repeated up to 8 semester credit hours in each language. Generally offered: Spring. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $24.64.
FL 1038. Beginning Language Study Abroad. (0-0) 8 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.
Opportunity to begin developing oral and written communication skills in the target language, along with enhanced comprehension skills in listening and reading. Linguistic and cultural immersion. May be repeated up to 8 semester credit hours in each language. Course Fee: Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $49.28.
FL 1044. Individualized Instruction in Basic Language. (0-0) 4 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.
Opportunity to develop basic oral and written communication skills in the target language, along with enhanced comprehension skills in listening and reading. Generally restricted to special projects or languages not regularly offered as organized classes. May be repeated up to 8 semester credit hours in each language. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $24.64.
FL 2033. Intermediate Language Study Abroad. (0-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisites: Consent of instructor and 1008, 1024, or the equivalent in the selected foreign language.
Opportunity to develop intermediate-level oral and written communication skills in the target language, along with increased comprehension skills in listening and reading. Linguistic and cultural immersion. May be repeated up to 6 semester credit hours in each language. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48.
FL 2036. Intermediate Language Study Abroad. (0-0) 6 Credit Hours.
Prerequisites: Consent of instructor and 1008, 1024, or the equivalent in the selected foreign language.
Opportunity to develop intermediate-level oral and written communication skills in the target language, along with increased comprehension skills in listening and reading. Linguistic and cultural immersion. May be repeated up to 6 semester credit hours in each language. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $36.96.
FL 2043. Individualized Instruction in Intermediate-Level Language. (0-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisites: Consent of instructor and 1008, 1024, or the equivalent in the selected foreign language.
Opportunity to develop intermediate-level oral and written communication skills in the target language, along with increased comprehension skills in listening and reading. Generally restricted to special projects or languages not regularly offered as organized classes. May be repeated up to 6 semester credit hours in each language. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48.
FL 3033. Advanced Language Study Abroad. (0-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisites: Consent of instructor and 2006, 2023, or the equivalent in the selected foreign language.
Opportunity to develop advanced-level oral and written communication skills in the target language, along with enhanced comprehension skills in listening and reading. Linguistic and cultural immersion. May be repeated up to 6 semester credit hours in each language. Generally offered: Summer. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48.
FL 3036. Advanced Language Study Abroad. (0-0) 6 Credit Hours.
Prerequisites: Consent of instructor and 2006, 2023, or the equivalent in the selected foreign language.
Opportunity to develop advanced-level oral and written communication skills in the target language, along with enhanced comprehension skills in listening and reading. Linguistic and cultural immersion. May be repeated up to 6 semester credit hours in each language. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $36.96.
FL 3043. Individualized Instruction in Advanced-Level Language. (0-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisites: Consent of instructor and 2006, 2023, or the equivalent in the selected foreign language.
Opportunity to develop advanced-level oral and written communication skills in the target language, along with enhanced comprehension skills in listening and reading. Generally restricted to special projects or languages not regularly offered as organized classes. May be repeated up to 6 semester credit hours in each language. Generally offered: Summer. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48.
FL 3101. Languages Across the Curriculum. (0-0) 1 Credit Hour.
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.
Online add-on course offering a concurrent language component for courses in other disciplines, such as art, anthropology, history, humanities, music and political science. May be repeated for credit when topics vary. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $6.16.
FL 4933. Internship. (0-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: Permission of Department Chair.
Supervised experience in a setting that provides the opportunity to integrate theory and practice in language usage. May be repeated once for credit. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48.
FL 4953. Special Projects. (0-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: Permission of Department Chair.
Opportunity to apply advanced-level oral and written language skills in a research project. This course is especially designed as the Signature Experience for language majors. May be repeated up to 6 semester credit hours in each language. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48.
FL 4993. Honors Research. (0-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: Consent of the undergraduate advisor.
Supervised research and preparation of an honors thesis. May be repeated once for credit, with approval. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48.
French (FRN) Courses
FRN 1014. Elementary French I. (3-2) 4 Credit Hours. (TCCN = FREN 1411)
Fundamentals of French offering the opportunity to develop listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills. Emphasis on listening and speaking. Introduction to French culture. May be applied toward the Core Curriculum requirement in Language, Philosophy and Culture. Generally offered: Fall. Course Fees: LRC1 $16; LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $24.64; DL01 $100.
FRN 1024. Elementary French II. (3-2) 4 Credit Hours. (TCCN = FREN 1412)
Prerequisite: FRN 1014, the equivalent, an appropriate placement test score, or consent of instructor.
Fundamentals of French offering the opportunity to develop listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills. Further study of French culture. Generally offered: Spring. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $24.64; DL01 $100.
FRN 2013. Intermediate French I. (3-1) 3 Credit Hours. (TCCN = FREN 2311)
Prerequisite: FRN 1024, the equivalent, an appropriate placement test score, or consent of instructor.
Continued opportunity to develop listening, reading, speaking, and writing skills. Grammar review and further study of French culture. Generally offered: Fall. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48.
FRN 2023. Intermediate French II. (3-1) 3 Credit Hours. (TCCN = FREN 2312)
Prerequisite: FRN 2013, the equivalent, an appropriate placement test score, or consent of instructor.
Continued opportunity to develop listening, reading, speaking, and writing skills. Grammar review and further study of French culture. Generally offered: Spring. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48.
FRN 2333. French Literature in English Translation. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Major works of French literature across time, genres, and movements. May be applied toward the Core Curriculum requirement in Language, Philosophy and Culture. (Formerly FRN 3333. Credit cannot be earned for both FRN 2333 and FRN 3333.) Course Fees: LRC1 $12; LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48.
FRN 3023. Advanced Language Skills. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: FRN 2023 or consent of instructor.
Development of oral and written language skills using contemporary readings, media, and oral discourse. Emphasis on increasing fluency through vocabulary expansion activities and selective grammar review. May be repeated for credit when topics vary. Generally offered: Spring. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48.
FRN 3413. Survey of French Literature and Culture. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: FRN 2023 or consent of instructor.
Selections from French literature and culture studied as reflections and interpretations of central movements in French cultural history. Introduction to concepts of style, genre, and period. May be repeated for credit when topics vary. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48.
FRN 4003. Topics in French Literature. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: FRN 2023 or consent of instructor.
Focus on a specific area of French literature, from the medieval period through the 21st century. Selected texts are studied as examples of representative movements, genres, or authors in French literary history. May be repeated for credit when topics vary. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48.
FRN 4213. Topics in French Culture and Linguistics. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: FRN 2023 or consent of instructor.
Selected topics of cultural history or linguistics from medieval period through the 21st century. May be repeated for credit when topics vary. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48.
FRN 4913. Independent Study. (0-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisites: Permission in writing (form available) from the instructor, the student’s advisor, the Department Chair, and the Dean of the College in which the course is offered.
Independent reading, research, discussion, and/or writing under the direction of a faculty member. May be repeated for credit, but not more than 6 semester credit hours of independent study, regardless of discipline, will apply to a bachelor’s degree. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; STLF $18.48.
FRN 4933. Internship in French. (0-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: Permission of Department Chair.
Supervised experience in a setting that provides the opportunity to integrate theory and practice in language usage. May be repeated once for credit.
Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; STLF $18.48.
FRN 4953. Special Studies in French. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.
An organized course offering the opportunity for specialized study not normally or not often available as part of the regular course offerings. Special Studies may be repeated for credit when topics vary, but not more than 6 semester credit hours, regardless of discipline, will apply to a bachelor’s degree. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48.
FRN 4993. Honors Research. (0-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: Consent of the undergraduate advisor.
Supervised research and preparation of an honors thesis. May be repeated once for credit, with approval. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; STLF $18.48.
German (GER) Courses
GER 1014. Elementary German I. (3-2) 4 Credit Hours. (TCCN = GERM 1411)
Fundamentals of German offering the opportunity to develop listening, reading, speaking, and writing skills. Introduction to German culture. May be applied toward the Core Curriculum requirement in Language, Philosophy and Culture. Generally offered: Fall. Course Fees: LRC1 $16; LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $24.64; DL01 $100.
GER 1024. Elementary German II. (3-2) 4 Credit Hours. (TCCN = GERM 1412)
Prerequisite: GER 1014, the equivalent, an appropriate placement test score, or consent of instructor.
Fundamentals of German offering the opportunity to further develop abilities in listening, reading, speaking, and writing skills. Further exposure to German culture. Generally offered: Spring. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $24.64; DL01 $100.
GER 2013. Intermediate German I. (3-1) 3 Credit Hours. (TCCN = GERM 2311)
Prerequisite: GER 1024, the equivalent, an appropriate placement test score, or consent of instructor.
Continued opportunity to develop listening, reading, speaking, and writing skills. Continued exposure to German culture. Generally offered: Fall. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48; DL01 $75.
GER 2023. Intermediate German II. (3-1) 3 Credit Hours. (TCCN = GERM 2312)
Prerequisite: GER 2013, the equivalent, an appropriate placement test score, or consent of instructor.
Continued opportunity to develop listening, reading, speaking, and writing skills. Continued exposure to German culture. Generally offered: Spring. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48; DL01 $75.
GER 2333. German Literature in English Translation. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Major works of German literature across time, genres, and movements. May be applied toward the Core Curriculum requirement in Language, Philosophy and Culture. (Formerly GER 3333. Credit cannot be earned for both GER 2333 and GER 3333.) Course Fees: LRC1 $12; LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48.
GER 3023. Advanced Language Skills. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: GER 2023 or consent of instructor.
Development of oral and written language skills using contemporary readings, media, and oral discourse. Emphasis on increasing fluency through vocabulary expansion activities and selective grammar review. May be repeated for credit when topics vary. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48; DL01 $75.
GER 3413. Survey of German Literature and Culture. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: GER 2023 or consent of instructor.
Selected works from the medieval period to the 21st century are studied as examples of central movements in German culture and literary history. The course presents the shape of German civilization, emphasizing the major periods, styles, movements, and generations. May be repeated for credit when topics vary. Course Fee: DL01 $75; LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48.
GER 4003. Topics in German Literature. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: GER 2023 or consent of instructor.
Focus on a specific area of German literature, from the medieval period through the 21st century. Selected texts are studied as examples of representative movements, genres, or authors in German literary history. May be repeated for credit when topics vary. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48.
GER 4213. Topics in German Culture and Linguistics. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: GER 2023 or consent of instructor.
Focuses on selected topics of cultural history, such as Vienna 1890–1914, Expressionism, contemporary cultural/political developments, or on a linguistic topic. May be repeated for credit when topics vary. Generally offered: Spring. Course Fees: DL01 $75; LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48.
GER 4913. Independent Study. (0-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisites: Permission in writing (form available) from the instructor, the student’s advisor, the Department Chair, and the Dean of the College in which the course is offered.
Independent reading, research, discussion, and/or writing under the direction of a faculty member. May be repeated for credit, but not more than 6 semester credit hours of independent study, regardless of discipline, will apply to a bachelor’s degree. Course Fee: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48.
GER 4933. Internship in German. (0-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: Permission of Department Chair.
Supervised experience in a setting that provides the opportunity to integrate theory and practice in language usage. May be repeated once for credit. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48.
GER 4953. Special Studies in German. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.
An organized course offering the opportunity for specialized study not normally or not often available as part of the regular course offerings. Special Studies may be repeated for credit when the topics vary, but not more than 6 semester credit hours, regardless of discipline, will apply to a bachelor’s degree. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48.
GER 4993. Honors Research. (0-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: Consent of the undergraduate advisor.
Supervised research and preparation of an honors thesis. May be repeated once for credit, with approval. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48.
Italian (ITL) Courses
ITL 1014. Elementary Italian I. (3-2) 4 Credit Hours. (TCCN = ITAL 1411)
Fundamentals of Italian offering the opportunity to develop listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills. Introduction to Italian culture. May be applied toward the Core Curriculum requirement in Language, Philosophy and Culture.
Generally offered: Fall. Course Fees: LRC1 $16; LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $24.64; DL01 $100.
ITL 1024. Elementary Italian II. (3-2) 4 Credit Hours. (TCCN = ITAL 1412)
Prerequisite: ITL 1014, the equivalent, an appropriate placement test score, or consent of instructor.
Fundamentals of Italian offering the opportunity to develop listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills. Further study of Italian culture. Generally offered: Spring. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $24.64; DL01 $100.
ITL 2013. Intermediate Italian I. (3-1) 3 Credit Hours. (TCCN = ITAL 2311)
Prerequisite: ITL 1024, the equivalent, an appropriate placement test score, or consent of instructor.
Continued practice in developing listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills. Grammar and further study of Italian culture. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48; DL01 $75.
ITL 2023. Intermediate Italian II. (3-1) 3 Credit Hours. (TCCN = ITAL 2312)
Prerequisite: ITL 2013, the equivalent, an appropriate placement test score, or consent of instructor.
Continued practice in developing listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills. Grammar review and further study of Italian culture. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48; DL01 $75.
ITL 2333. Italian Literature in English Translation. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Major works of Italian literature across time, genres, and movements. May be applied toward the Core Curriculum requirement in Language, Philosophy and Culture. (Formerly ITL 3333. Credit cannot be earned for both ITL 2333 and ITL 3333.) Course Fees: LRC1 $12; LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48.
ITL 3023. Advanced Language Skills. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: ITL 2023, the equivalent, the appropriate placement test score, or consent of instructor.
Offers the opportunity to develop advanced-level oral and written communication skills in the Italian language, along with enhanced comprehension skills in listening and reading. May be repeated for credit when topics vary. Course Fee: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48; DL01 $75.
ITL 4213. Topics in Italian Culture. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: ITL 2023, the equivalent, or consent of instructor.
Selected topics in Italian culture, such as such as literature, fine arts, politics (current E.U.-Italian relationships), or cinema. May be repeated for credit when topics vary. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48.
Japanese (JPN) Courses
JPN 1014. Elementary Japanese I. (3-2) 4 Credit Hours. (TCCN = JAPN 1411)
Fundamentals of Japanese offering the opportunity to develop basic speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills. Read and write Hiragana and Katakana. Introduction of Kanji and Japanese culture. May be applied toward the Core Curriculum requirement in Language, Philosophy and Culture. Generally offered: Fall. Course Fees: LRC1 $16; LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $24.64.
JPN 1024. Elementary Japanese II. (3-2) 4 Credit Hours. (TCCN = JAPN 1412)
Prerequisite: JPN 1014, the equivalent, the appropriate placement test score, or consent of instructor.
Fundamentals of Japanese offering the opportunity to develop basic speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills. Further study of Japanese culture and Kanji. Generally offered: Spring. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $24.64.
JPN 2013. Intermediate Japanese I. (3-1) 3 Credit Hours. (TCCN = JAPN 2311)
Prerequisite: JPN 1024, the equivalent, the appropriate placement test score, or consent of instructor.
Continued opportunity to develop listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills through structural analysis of the Japanese language. Further study of Japanese culture and Kanji. Generally offered: Fall. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48.
JPN 2023. Intermediate Japanese II. (3-1) 3 Credit Hours. (TCCN = JAPN 2312)
Prerequisite: JPN 2013, the equivalent, the appropriate placement test score, or consent of instructor.
Continued opportunity to develop listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills through structural analysis of the Japanese language. Further study of Japanese culture and Kanji. Generally offered: Spring. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48; DL01 $75.
JPN 3023. Advanced Language Skills. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: JPN 2023, the equivalent, the appropriate placement test score, or consent of instructor.
Offers the opportunity to develop advanced-level oral and written communication skills in the Japanese language, along with enhanced comprehension skills in listening and reading. May be repeated for credit when topics vary. Generally offered: Fall, Spring. Course Fee: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48.
JPN 3053. Business Japanese. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: JPN 2023, the equivalent, the appropriate placement test score, or consent of instructor.
Offers the opportunity to develop speaking, reading, and writing skills in business fields. Emphasis on Japanese business manners and business terminology. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48.
JPN 4213. Topics in Japanese Culture. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: JPN 2023, the equivalent, the appropriate placement test score, or consent of instructor.
Selected topics of Japanese culture, such as Modernization, Westernization, current issues in U.S.-Japan relationships, contemporary cultural developments, or a linguistic topic. May be repeated for credit when topics vary. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48.
Korean (KOR) Courses
KOR 1014. Elementary Korean I. (3-2) 4 Credit Hours. (TCCN = KORE 1411)
Fundamentals of Korean offering the opportunity to develop basic listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills. Introduction of Korean characters and Korean culture. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $24.64.
KOR 1024. Elementary Korean II. (3-2) 4 Credit Hours. (TCCN = KORE 1412)
Prerequisite: KOR 1014, an equivalent, an appropriate placement test score, or consent of instructor.
Fundamentals of Korean offering the opportunity to develop basic speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills. Further study of Korean characters and Korean culture. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $24.64.
KOR 2013. Intermediate Korean I. (3-1) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: KOR 1024, the equivalent, the appropriate placement test score, or consent of instructor.
Continued opportunity to develop listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills through structural analysis of the Korean language. Further study of Korean culture. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48.
KOR 2023. Intermediate Korean II. (3-1) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: KOR 2013, the equivalent, the appropriate placement test score, or consent of instructor.
Continued opportunity to develop listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills through structural analysis of the Korean language. Further study of Korean culture. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48.
KOR 3023. Advanced Language Skills. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: KOR 2023, the equivalent, the appropriate placement test score, or consent of instructor.
Offers the opportunity to develop advanced-level oral and written communication skills in the Korean language, along with enhanced comprehension skills in listening and reading. May be repeated for credit when topics vary. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48.
KOR 4213. Topics in Korean Culture. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: KOR 2023, the equivalent, or consent of instructor.
Selected topics in Korean culture, such as history, democracy, current social issues, pop culture, or contemporary cultural developments. May be repeated for credit when topics vary. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48; DL01 $75.
Linguistics (LNG) Courses
LNG 3813. Introduction to Linguistics. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Basic principles of analysis and description of the structure of language, including sound system, word order, and meaning. Also, overview of selected subfields of linguistics, such as historical linguistics, sociolinguistics, language acquisition, and bilingualism. (Same as ANT 3903 and ENG 3343. Credit cannot be earned for more than one of these courses.) Generally offered: Fall, Spring. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48; DL01 $75.
LNG 3833. Sociolinguistics. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
The examination of the interrelationships among language, culture, and society. Topics may include language use in social context, language variation and change, maintenance and shift, and multilingual societies. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48.
LNG 3873. Forensic Linguistics. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
This course examines how the analysis and manipulation of language is used to commit, solve, and prevent crimes. Students will explore case studies from law enforcement and counter-terrorism dealing with coerced confessions, the determination of authorship, and the manipulation of suspects under interrogation, among others. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48.
LNG 4013. Topics in Linguistics. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: One course in LNG or consent of instructor.
An opportunity to explore linguistic topics in depth, including sociolinguistics, psycholinguistics, neurolinguistics, pragmatics, syntax, semantics, phonology, or phonetics. May be repeated for credit when topics vary. (Formerly LNG 3913. Credit cannot be earned for both LNG 4013 and LNG 3913.) Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48.
Media Studies (MES) Courses
MES 3113. Film Studies. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: WRC 1023 or the equivalent; CSH 2113 recommended.
Advanced analysis of selected films according to genre, director, or national cinema. May be repeated for credit when topics vary. Generally offered: Fall, Spring. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48; DL01 $75.
MES 3333. Digital Video Production. (2-3) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: WRC 1023 or the equivalent.
Theory and practice of digital video production for the humanities. Writing a storyboard, shooting a story, and editing using professional equipment. May be repeated for credit when topics vary. Generally offered: Spring. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48.
MES 4333. Digital Video Practicum. (3-2) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: MES 3333 or consent of instructor.
Advanced digital video production for the humanities. Specialized community service projects. May be repeated for credit when topics vary. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48.
Russian (RUS) Courses
RUS 1014. Elementary Russian I. (3-2) 4 Credit Hours. (TCCN = RUSS 1411)
Fundamentals of Russian offering the opportunity to develop speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills. Introduction to Russian culture. May be applied toward the Core Curriculum requirement in Language, Philosophy and Culture. Generally offered: Fall. Course Fees: LRC1 $16; LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $24.64; DL01 $100.
RUS 1024. Elementary Russian II. (3-2) 4 Credit Hours. (TCCN = RUSS 1412)
Prerequisite: RUS 1014, the equivalent, an appropriate placement test score, or consent of instructor.
Fundamentals of Russian offering the opportunity to further develop speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills. Further exposure to Russian culture. Generally offered: Spring. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $24.64; DL01 $100.
RUS 2013. Intermediate Russian I. (3-1) 3 Credit Hours. (TCCN = RUSS 2311)
Prerequisite: RUS 1024, the equivalent, an appropriate placement test score, or consent of instructor.
Continued opportunity to develop listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills. Continued exposure to Russian culture. Generally offered: Fall. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48; DL01 $75.
RUS 2023. Intermediate Russian II. (3-1) 3 Credit Hours. (TCCN = RUSS 2312)
Prerequisite: RUS 2013, the equivalent, an appropriate placement test score, or consent of instructor.
Continued opportunity to develop listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills. Continued exposure to Russian culture. Generally offered: Spring. Course Fee: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48; DL01 $75.
RUS 2333. Russian Literature in English Translation. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Major works of Russian literature across time, genres, and movements. May be applied toward the Core Curriculum requirement in Language, Philosophy and Culture. (Formerly RUS 3333. Credit cannot be earned for both RUS 2333 and RUS 3333.) Course Fees: LRC1 $12; LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48.
RUS 3033. Oral Communication Skills. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: RUS 2013 or the equivalent.
Further development of speaking skills in a variety of contexts. May be repeated once for credit when topics vary. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48; DL01 $75.
RUS 3143. Structure of Russian Language. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: RUS 2013 or the equivalent.
Extensive grammar review. Further development of speaking and writing skills through activities directed at the intermediate-high and advanced levels. Considerations of differences between written and spoken language. May be repeated once for credit when topics vary. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48; DL01 $75.
RUS 3213. Advanced Russian. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: RUS 2023 or the equivalent.
Opportunity to develop advanced-level oral and written communication skills in the Russian language, along with enhanced comprehension skills in listening and reading. May be repeated for credit when topics vary. Course Fee: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48; DL01 $75.
RUS 4213. Topics in Russian Culture. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: RUS 2013 or the equivalent.
Further development of proficiency by content-based instruction. Topics may include geopolitics, traditions, history, music, literature, art, or film. May be repeated for credit when topics vary. (Formerly RUS 3633). Generally offered: Spring. Course Fee: DL01 $75; LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48.
Spanish (SPN) Courses
SPN 1014. Elementary Spanish I. (3-2) 4 Credit Hours. (TCCN = SPAN 1411)
Fundamentals of Spanish, offering the opportunity to develop listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills. Emphasis on listening and speaking. Introduction to Hispanic culture. May be applied toward the Core Curriculum requirement in Language, Philosophy and Culture. Generally offered: Fall, Spring, Summer. Course Fees: DL01 $100; LRC1 $16; LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $24.64.
SPN 1024. Elementary Spanish II. (3-2) 4 Credit Hours. (TCCN = SPAN 1412)
Prerequisite: SPN 1014, the equivalent, or an appropriate placement test score.
Fundamentals of Spanish offering the opportunity to develop listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills. Emphasis on listening and speaking. Further study of Hispanic culture. Generally offered: Fall, Spring, Summer. Course Fee: DL01 $100; LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $24.64.
SPN 2013. Intermediate Spanish I. (3-1) 3 Credit Hours. (TCCN = SPAN 2311)
Prerequisite: SPN 1024, the equivalent, or an appropriate placement test score.
Continued opportunity to develop listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills. Grammar and further study of Hispanic culture. Generally offered: Fall, Spring, Summer. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48; DL01 $75.
SPN 2023. Intermediate Spanish II. (3-1) 3 Credit Hours. (TCCN = SPAN 2312)
Prerequisite: SPN 2013, the equivalent, or an appropriate placement test score.
Continued opportunity to develop listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills. Grammar review and further study of Hispanic culture. Generally offered: Fall, Spring, Summer. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48; DL01 $75.
SPN 2033. Spanish for Heritage Learners II. (3-1) 3 Credit Hours.
This course is a continuation of Spanish for Heritage Learners I. It expands on the students' verbal (aural and oral) skills, with additional opportunities for reading texts rich in formal and informal culture, and writing compositions on related topics. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48; DL01 $75.
SPN 2333. Hispanic Literature in English Translation. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: WRC 1013 or the equivalent.
Major works in Hispanic literatures: themes, genres, and movements. May be applied toward the Core Curriculum requirement in Language, Philosophy and Culture. (Formerly SPN 3333. Credit cannot be earned for both SPN 2333 and SPN 3333.) Generally offered: Fall. Course Fees: DL01 $75; LRC1 $12; LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48.
SPN 3003. Oral and Written Expression. (3-1) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: SPN 2023, the equivalent, or an appropriate placement test score; if placement is at a higher level, a Spanish elective may be substituted for the minor.
Conversation, reading, and grammar review toward building literacy skills. Opportunities for composition and oral communication for a variety of situations and topics. (Formerly SPN 2103. Credit cannot be earned for both SPN 3003 and SPN 2103.) Generally offered: Fall, Spring. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48; DL01 $75.
SPN 3013. Spanish Phonetics and Phonology. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: SPN 2023 or SPN 3003, the equivalent, or consent of instructor.
Offers the opportunity for study of the sound system of Latin-American Spanish. Activities may include pronunciation exercises, exercises in sound discrimination and transcription, and articulatory description of various dialects of Spanish. Generally offered: Fall. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48; DL01 $75.
SPN 3033. Oral Communication Skills. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: SPN 2023 or SPN 3003, the equivalent, or consent of instructor.
Opportunity for development of speaking skills in a formal register through activities directed at vocabulary building, grammatical accuracy, and aural/written comprehension. Generally offered: Fall, Spring, Summer. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48.
SPN 3043. Introduction to Literature. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: SPN 3063, the equivalent, or consent of instructor.
Approaches to reading, comprehension and analysis of literary and other advanced texts. Use of analytical terminology, advanced vocabulary building, and further development of formal writing skills. (Formerly titled "Advanced Reading.") Generally offered: Fall, Spring, Summer. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48; DL01 $75.
SPN 3053. Spanish for Healthcare Professionals. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: SPN 2023 or SPN 3003, the equivalent, or consent of instructor.
This course will empower students to interact with Spanish-speaking patients in clinical settings. Students will learn to navigate patient histories and interviews, examinations, diagnostic procedures, patient education, common diagnoses, informed consent, treatment plans, etc. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48.
SPN 3063. Grammar and Composition. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: SPN 2023 or SPN 3003, or the equivalent.
Extensive review of fundamental grammar with vocabulary building. Development of writing skills and style through activities directed at the Advanced level on the ACTFL-ETS proficiency scale. Consideration of usage and differences between written and spoken language. Generally offered: Fall, Spring, Summer. Course Fees: DL01 $75; LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48.
SPN 3113. Linguistic Structures of Spanish. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: SPN 3063, the equivalent, or consent of instructor.
Offers the opportunity for the application of the basic principles of analysis and description of language structure to Spanish. Attention given to structural regularities at the levels of word formation, syntax, and semantics of formal Spanish, recognizing variability in spoken registers. Generally offered: Spring. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48; DL01 $75.
SPN 3413. The Literature of Spain from the Middle Ages to 1700. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: SPN 3043 or consent of instructor.
Spanish literature from the Middle Ages to 1700. Readings of selections and complete works. Practice in critical analysis through papers and examinations. Generally offered: Spring. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48; DL01 $75.
SPN 3423. The Literature of Spain from 1700 to the Present. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: SPN 3043 or consent of instructor.
Spanish literature from 1700 to the present. Readings of selections and complete works. Practice in critical analysis through papers and examinations. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48; DL01 $75.
SPN 3463. Latin American Literature to Modernism. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: SPN 3043 or consent of instructor.
Latin American literature from pre-Columbian times to Modernism. Practice in critical analysis through papers and examinations. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48.
SPN 3473. Latin American Literature since Modernism. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: SPN 3043 or consent of instructor.
Latin American literature from Modernism to the present. Practice in critical analysis through papers and examinations. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48.
SPN 3613. Spanish Culture and Civilization. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: SPN 3043.
Emergence of the Spanish peoples from pre-Roman times to the present: history, cultural expression, myths, values, and worldview. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48.
SPN 3623. Latin American Culture and Civilization. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: SPN 3043.
A study of social, political, and cultural history of the Latin American countries from pre-Columbian civilizations through the Conquest, Colonial period, and Independence to the present, as reflected in its literature and arts. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48.
SPN 4003. Advanced Language Skills. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: SPN 3043, SPN 3063, or consent of instructor.
Development of advanced skills in formal Spanish, including such areas as grammar, composition, oratory, creative writing, Spanish/English translation, and other practical applications of language study. May be repeated for credit when topics vary. Generally offered: Fall, Spring, Summer. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48.
SPN 4113. Topics in Spanish Linguistics. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: SPN 3113 or consent of instructor.
Advanced study and applications of topics in Spanish linguistics. May include one or more of the following: phonology, morphology, syntax, semantics, dialectology, language variability, and history of Spanish. May be repeated for credit when topics vary. This course fulfills the College of Liberal and Fine Arts Signature Experience. Generally offered: Fall, Spring. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48; DL01 $75.
SPN 4123. The Spanish of the United States. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: SPN 3013, SPN 3113, or consent of instructor.
The analysis of the Spanish language as used by native or heritage speakers in the United States, from a linguistic, pragmatic and sociolinguistic perspective. Particular attention given to the Spanish spoken in Texas. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48.
SPN 4203. Topics in Hispanic Literatures. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: SPN 3043, an upper-division course in literature taught in Spanish or consent of instructor.
An intensive study of an area of Spanish or Spanish American literatures. May be repeated for credit when topics vary. This course fulfills the College of Liberal and Fine Arts Signature Experience. Generally offered: Fall, Spring. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48; DL01 $75.
SPN 4303. Topics in Hispanic Cultures. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: SPN 3043, an upper-division course in literature or culture taught in Spanish, or consent of instructor.
An intensive study of an area of Hispanic cultures. May be repeated for credit when topics vary. This course fulfills the College of Liberal and Fine Arts Signature Experience. Generally offered: Fall, Spring, Summer. Course Fees: DL01 $75; LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48.
SPN 4913. Independent Study. (0-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisites: Permission in writing (form available) from the instructor, the student’s advisor, the Department Chair, and Dean of the College in which the course is offered.
Independent reading, research, discussion, and/or writing under the direction of a faculty member. May be repeated for credit, but not more than 6 semester credit hours of independent study, regardless of discipline, will apply to a bachelor’s degree. No more than 6 semester credit hours of SPN 4913 and/or SPN 4993 may be applied to the major in Spanish. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48.
SPN 4933. Internship in Spanish. (0-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: Permission of Department Chair.
Supervised experience in a setting that provides the opportunity to integrate theory and practice in language usage. May be repeated once for credit. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48.
SPN 4953. Special Studies in Spanish. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.
An organized course offering the opportunity for specialized study not normally or not often available as part of the regular course offerings. Special Studies may be repeated for credit when the topics vary, but not more than 6 semester credit hours, regardless of discipline, will apply to a bachelor’s degree. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48.
SPN 4993. Honors Research. (0-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: Consent of the undergraduate advisor.
Supervised research and preparation of an honors thesis. May be repeated once for credit, with approval. No more than 6 semester credit hours of SPN 4993 and/or SPN 4913 may be applied to the major in Spanish. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48.
Translation and Interpreting Studies (TIS) Courses
TIS 3003. Introduction to Translation and Interpreting. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: SPN 2023 or the equivalent.
Principles of translation or interpreting between Spanish and English, including practice with a variety of discourse types. Students will be introduced to realities of language mediation professions as well as main concepts in translation and interpreting studies theory. May be repeated for credit when topics vary. (Formerly FL 3003. Credit cannot be earned for both FL 3003 and TIS 3003.) Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48.
TIS 3013. Translation and Interpreting for the Language Specialist. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: At least one course at the 3000 level in Spanish.
This course will explore the language-related and cultural issues involved in translation and interpretation between Spanish and English and will include practice from selected areas, such as business, health care, law, technology, or the arts. May be repeated for credit when topics vary. (Formerly FL 3013. Credit cannot be earned for both FL 3013 and TIS 3013.) Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48.
TIS 3023. Interpreting in Legal Settings. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: SPN 2023 or SPN 3003, the equivalent, or consent of instructor.
Designed to prepare students to interpret in legal settings between Spanish and English by exploring interpreter training in the US, ethics in court interpreting, professional certification, language access legislation and civil rights, terminology building, current research trends in legal interpreting, and by developing interpreting skills and strategies. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48; DL01 $75.
TIS 3033. Interpreting in Medical Settings. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: SPN 2023 or SPN 3003, the equivalent, or consent of instructor.
This course aims to prepare students to interpret in medical settings between Spanish and English by providing a panoramic overview of biomedical culture in the US, body systems and anatomy, medical terminology, and by developing interpreting skills and strategies. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48.
TIS 3043. Advanced Practice in Healthcare Interpreting. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: TIS 3033 Interpreting in Medical Settings or consent of instructor; SPN 3053 strongly recommended.
Advanced practice in interpreting in healthcare settings between Spanish and English. Students will strengthen their skills in the three modes of interpreting (simultaneous, consecutive, and sight translation) while receiving detailed, ongoing individual feedback. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48; DL01 $75.
TIS 4013. Topics in Translation and Interpreting Studies. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: One course in TIS or consent of instructor.
This course represents an opportunity to explore Spanish/English translation and interpreting-related topics in depth, including translation and interpreting in specialized domains such as medical and legal settings; translation studies through film; translators and interpreters in fiction; the sociology of translation; or research methods in translation studies. May be repeated for credit when topics vary. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48.