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Arts Academic Plans

Spanish and Latin American Studies

Spanish/English Translation Minor

Students enrolled in any degree program may pursue a minor designation in Spanish/English Translation.

The Spanish/English Translation Minor requires successful completion of a minimum four academic course units (eight courses) with a minimum cumulative average of 75%, including:

  • SPAN 390, 401A, 401B, 450, 490
  • one of SPAN 217, 218
  • SPAN 445 or, if not offered, ENGL 306A  
  • one of LAT 101, ENGL 376R
  • successful completion of a final examination in Spanish/English translation.  

Notes:

  1. The final examination will be administered after successful completion of all required courses. The required passing grade is 75%.
  2. Please note that ENGL 306A will be required only during those years when SPAN 445 is not available. Please discuss with the Director of the academic plan.
  3. Some of the courses are offered in alternate years or may be taken in sequence. A minimum of two academic years are required to complete any of the translation academic plans.
  4. Students enrolled in any of the translation academic plans may choose to spend one semester in a School of Translation in a university in Latin America or Spain.


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