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Spanish, A.A.


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Spanish is the second most spoken language in the world. Approximately forty million people in the United States speak Spanish, and this is expected to grow rapidly over the next few decades. In this environment, it is increasingly useful to have some knowledge of Spanish as it will be advantageous for professional occupations. The Spanish program at Western gives students a solid foundation in the fundamentals of spoken and written Spanish. As the emphasis of the program is on communication in the target language, students learn to read, write, speak, and understand spoken Spanish on a variety of everyday topics such as food, family, classes, and common daily activities. The students are also introduced to the various and diverse cultures of the Spanish-speaking world. Students successfully completing the Spanish degree will be able to better communicate with millions of people in the U.S. and around the world. They will also gain an appreciation of the cultures, values, and ways of life of Hispanic people. The A.A. in Spanish prepares students to immediately begin advanced study in Spanish language, literature, and/or linguistics at the university level, or to study abroad in a Spanish-speaking country. In addition to many careers in teaching and translation, most companies and government agencies are looking for employees with Spanish language skills. Graduates of our program will therefore have an advantage in virtually any field of employment, and transfer students will be close to finishing a major or minor in Spanish at the university.

Degree Requirements


Freshman Year - Fall Semester


Subtotal: 14


Freshman Year - Fall Semester Notes:

  • Approved Math Course can be fulfilled by MATH 1000 , or MATH 1400 .
  • In addition to ENGL 1010 , students may be required to also take ENGL 1011  (2 credits) due to placement, adding 2 additional credits to their graduation total.

Freshman Year - Spring Semester


Subtotal: 18


Freshman Year - Spring Semester Notes:

Sophomore Year - Fall Semester


  • Credits: 4
  • US & Wyoming Constitution Credits: 3
  • Approved Communication Course Credits: 3
  • Approved Humanities Course Credits: 3
  • Approved Directly Related Electives Credits: 3

Subtotal: 16


Sophomore Year - Fall Semester Notes:

Sophomore Year - Spring Semester


  • Credits: 4
  • Approved English Course Credits: 3
  • Approved Humanities Course Credits: 3
  • Approved Social Science Course Credits: 3
  • Major Area Courses Credits: 3

Subtotal: 16


Sophomore Year - Spring Semester Notes:

Subtotal: 64

Total Credit Hours: 64


Please note that a total of 64 credits are required to graduate with an Associate of Arts degree.

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