SPAN, BA, Four-Year Plan
Four-Year Plan for the Bachelor of Arts in Spanish
Sample Plan for New Students
Degree Requirements
- Total Credits Required: 180
- Credits in Core: 60
- Credits in College: 20 (5 of these credits, SPAN 1350, are included in major
credit total)
o HIST 1200, 1210 or 2310
o Modern Language 1150, 1250, 1350 or demonstrated proficiency - Credits in Major: 55
- Minimum GPA: 2.00 (both cumulative and major)
Resources for Success
- Plan courses on MySeattleU.
- Meet with a Career Advisor.
- Access academic support through Learning Assistance Programs.
- Visit Advising Services for more information.
Four-Year Plan For New Students
| Course | Fall | Winter | Spring |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course 1 | SPAN 1150 Language I (5) | SPAN 1250 Language II* (5) | SPAN 1350 Language III* (5) |
| Course 2 | UCOR Module I (5) | UCOR Module I (5) | UCOR Module I (5) |
| Course 3 | UCOR Module I (5) | UCOR Module I (5) | UCOR Module I (5) |
Year 1 Steps for Success
- Meet with your Academic Advisor
- Create plan in Student Planning
- Plan for Study Abroad
| Course | Fall | Winter | Spring |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course 1 | UCOR Module II* (5) | STUDY ABROAD: Latin American Studies Program in Puebla, Mexico or approved alternative | STUDY ABROAD: Latin American Studies Program in Puebla, Mexico or approved alternative |
| Course 2 | HIST 1200, 1210, OR 2310 (5) | SPAN 2250 Language V* (5) | SPAN 3150 Latin American & Spanish Culture & Society* (5) |
| Course 3 | SPAN 2150 Language IV* (5) | SPAN 2350 Language VI* (5) | SPAN 3250 Intro Latin American & Spanish Literature* (5) |
| Course 4 | SPAN 3000 Level Elective* (5) | SPAN 3000 Level Elective* (5) |
Year 2 Steps for Success
- Meet with your Academic Advisor(s)
- Explore Involvement Opportunities
- Meet with Career Engagement Office
| Course | Fall | Winter | Spring |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course 1 | UCOR Module II* (5) | UCOR Module II* (5) | UCOR Module III* (5) |
| Course 2 | SPAN 4000 Level Elective* (5) | General Elective (5) | SPAN 4000 Level Capstone* (5) |
| Course 3 | General Elective (5) | General Elective (5) | General Elective (5) |
Year 3 Steps for Success
- Find Internship or Research Opportunities
- Meet with Faculty Advisor
- Review Educational Plan
| Course | Fall | Winter | Spring |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course 1 | UCOR Module III* (5) | UCOR Module III* (5) | General Elective (5) |
| Course 2 | SPAN 4000 Level Elective* (5) | General Elective (5) | General Elective (5) |
| Course 3 | General Elective (5) | General Elective (5) | General Elective (5) |
Year 4 Steps for Success
- Meet with Faculty Advisor
- Apply for Graduation
- Continue Post Graduation Planning
University Core Requirements
UCOR classes are listed in the sample plan as Module I,
II, and III. See below for UCOR course titles listed by
Module. See my.seattleu.edu for prerequisites and
www.seattleu.edu/core for course descriptions. Honors
and Matteo Ricci students have different Core
requirements.
Module I:
- UCOR 1100 Academic Writing Seminar
- UCOR 1200 Quantitative Thinking
- UCOR 1300 Creative Expression & Interpretation
- UCOR 1400 Inquiry Seminar in the Humanities
- UCOR 1600 Inquiry Seminar in the Social Sciences
- UCOR 1800 Inquiry Seminar in the Natural Sciences
Module II:
- UCOR 2100 Theological Explorations
- UCOR 2500 Philosophy of the Human Person
- UCOR 2900 Ethical Reasoning
Module III:
- UCOR 3100 Religion in a Global Context
- UCOR 3600 Social Sciences and Global Challenges
- UCOR 3800 Natural Sciences and Global Challenges
Curriculum Notes
- The Spanish major requires a learning program in a Spanish-speaking country. To be acceptable, the student must complete: a) A minimum of two quarters or one semester in an approved program abroad; b) Successfully complete the equivalent of 20 quarter credits or 15 semester credits abroad; c) At least two 4000-level classes (10 credits) must be taken at SU; d) 4000-level major electives taken on study abroad programs should incorporate a literature emphasis (or as otherwise approved by department). Click here for more information about the Latin American Studies Program Study Abroad Program.
- SPAN 3150 and SPAN 3250 may be completed at SU, or as approved by department through the study abroad approval process.
- The 3000-level electives are taken in your Study Abroad Program.
- SPAN Capstone: select from SPAN 4010, 4050, 4180, 4260, 4300, 4390, 4510, or 4560. Courses are offered in different quarters, see updated schedule on MySeattleU Student Planning