Over 400 million people in the world speak Spanish. As the world becomes more interconnected, having a sensitivity toward other cultures and an appreciation for other points of view and behavior patterns gives you an advantage.
Students have the opportunity to spend a semester abroad, living with a host family and studying in a Spanish-speaking country. This total immersion experience is the most effective way for you to become fluent in the language and to feel truly "at home" in the host culture. Most students choose between Spain, Argentina, or Mexico.
- Students will demonstrate oral proficiency in the target language.
- Students will demonstrate writing proficiency in the target languages.
- Students will demonstrate understanding of the cultures in which the target languages are spoken.
The Spanish program at Heidelberg allowed me to learn more about Spanish culture and language, but it also allowed me to connect with countless people along the way. I was surrounded by great teaching and immense support from my professor in this program. Due to this program, I am now more confident in my abilities, and I can apply these skills not only in my career but around the world as well!
18 credit hours required:
- SPA 101: Elementary Spanish I
- SPA 102: Elementary Spanish II
- SPA 201: Intermediate Spanish I
- SPA 202: Intermediate Spanish II
- SPA 305: Introduction to Conversation
- SPA 307: Composition I
- SPA 340: Guided Study
- SPA 401-402: Independent Study
- SPA 411: Special Topics in Hispanic Literature
- SPA 412: Special Topics in Spanish Language
18 credit hours in SPA, at least 6 hours at the 300- or 400-level. It is recommended that students spend at least a semester or a summer at a foreign study site approved by the School of Humanities.
Where HU Takes U: Lydia Rodriguez
