This section presents the requirements for programs in:
Minor in Spanish (4.0 credits)
Open to all undergraduate degree students.
Requirements: | ||
1. 3.0 credits in SPAN | 3.0 | |
2. 1.0 credit in SPAN at the 3000-level or higher | 1.0 | |
3. Subject to approval of the School, a maximum of 2.0 credits may be substituted for the above, as follows: | ||
b. 1.0 credit in: | ||
ALDS 2203 [0.5] | Linguistic Theory and Second-Language Learning | |
ALDS 4203 [0.5] | Methods and Practice in Language Pedagogy | |
b. courses at the 2000-level or higher in another discipline relevant to the language | ||
4. The remaining requirements of the major discipline(s) and degree must be satisfied. | ||
Total Credits | 4.0 |
Placement for Language Students
Note: A placement test is required for students who have previous training and/or experience, but who have not taken a course in this language at Carleton. For details, please consult carleton.ca/slals/modern-languages and follow the placement test instructions before registering.
Students who are found to be registered in an inappropriate level of the course will be deregistered following assessment by their instructor (and/or the Director of the School). It is crucial for students to complete the placement test in a manner that truly demonstrates their language proficiency.
Students should note that they cannot go backward in a sequence of levels in language courses.
Spanish (SPAN) Courses
Placement for Language Students
Note: A placement test is required for students who have previous training and/or experience, but who have not taken a course in this language at Carleton. For details, please consult carleton.ca/slals/modern-languages and follow the placement test instructions before registering.
Students who are found to be registered in an inappropriate level of the course will be deregistered following assessment by their instructor (and/or the Director of the School). It is crucial for students to complete the placement test in a manner that truly demonstrates their language proficiency.
Students should note that they cannot go backward in a sequence of levels in language courses.
First-Year Spanish I
For students with no knowledge of Spanish. Oral skills, reading and writing. Compulsory attendance.
First-Year Spanish II
Continuation of first-year Spanish. Oral skills, reading and writing. Compulsory attendance.
Prerequisite(s): grade of C or higher in SPAN 1010, or permission of the School.
Four hours a week.
Intensive First-Year Spanish
For students with no knowledge of Spanish. Oral skills, reading and writing. Compulsory attendance.
Second-Year Spanish I
Further study of Spanish to reach a more advanced level of proficiency in a range of situations. Equal emphasis on oral and written language. Compulsory attendance.
Prerequisite(s): grade of C or higher in SPAN 1020, SPAN 1110, or permission of the School.
Four hours a week.
Second-Year Spanish II
Continuation of second-year Spanish. Further study of Spanish to reach a more advanced level of proficiency in a range of situations. Equal emphasis on oral and written language. Compulsory attendance.
Prerequisite(s): grade of C or higher in SPAN 2010, or permission of the School.
Four hours a week.
Intensive Second-Year Spanish
Further study of Spanish to reach a more advanced level of proficiency in a range of situations. Equal emphasis on oral and written language. Compulsory attendance.
Prerequisite(s): grade of C or higher in SPAN 1020, SPAN 1110, or permission of the School.
Eight hours a week (one term).
Third-Year Spanish I
Continuation of the study of Spanish to reach a more advanced level, including the ability to handle authentic materials and primary texts required for academic studies. Compulsory attendance.
Prerequisite(s): grade of C or higher in SPAN 2020, SPAN 2110, or permission of the School.
Three hours a week.
Third-Year Spanish II
Continuation of third-year Spanish. Progress toward a more advanced level, including the ability to handle authentic materials and primary texts required for academic studies. Compulsory attendance.
Prerequisite(s): grade of C or higher in SPAN 3010 or SPAN 3015, or permission of the School.
Three hours a week.
Intensive Third-Year Spanish
Continuation of the study of Spanish to reach a more advanced level, including the ability to handle authentic materials and primary texts required for academic studies. Compulsory attendance.
Prerequisite(s): grade of C or higher in SPAN 2020, SPAN 2110, or permission of the School.
Six hours a week (one term).
Introduction to Spanish Linguistics
Introduction to principles of linguistic analysis, illustrated through Spanish. Sound systems, word structures and sentence structures of Spanish. Basic principles of language variation and change, as evidenced in the development of Spanish. Linguistic aspects of bilingualism as manifested in Spanish/English bilinguals.
Fourth-Year Spanish I
Advanced spoken and written Spanish with intensive practice in aural comprehension and speaking in a range of situations and contexts, in reading and in composition in a range of modes and genres. Metalinguistic study. Compulsory attendance.
Prerequisite(s): grade of C or higher in SPAN 3020, SPAN 3110, or permission of the School.
Three hours a week.
Spanish for Heritage Speakers I
For students who have attained Spanish language proficiency in informal settings. This course formalizes grammar awareness, enhances literacy skills, and develops existing language abilities in a formal academic setting.
Prerequisite(s): permission of the School.
Online.
Fourth-Year Spanish II
Continuation of fourth-year Spanish. Advanced spoken and written Spanish with intensive practice in aural comprehension and speaking in a range of situations and contexts, in reading and in composition in a range of modes and genres. Metalinguistic study. Compulsory attendance.
Prerequisite(s): grade of C or higher in SPAN 4010, or permission of the School.
Three hours a week.
Spanish for Heritage Speakers II
For students who have started to develop existing Spanish language abilities in a formal academic setting. This course enhances students’ written expression while building on advanced knowledge of Spanish grammar and vocabulary.
Prerequisite(s): SPAN 4015 or permission of the School.
Online.
Intensive Fourth-Year Spanish
Advanced spoken and written Spanish with intensive practice in aural comprehension and speaking in a range of situations and contexts, in reading and in composition in a range of modes and genres. Metalinguistic study. Compulsory attendance.
Precludes additional credit for SPAN 4010 or SPAN 4020.
Prerequisite(s): grade of C or higher in SPAN 3020, SPAN 3110, or permission of the School.
Six hours a week (one term).
Spanish for Specific Purposes
Development of language use for specific purposes in contexts such as the academic, business and technical domains.
Prerequisite(s): grade of C or higher in SPAN 4020 or SPAN 4110, or permission of the School.
Three hours a week.
Topics in Spanish Linguistics
Selected topic in Spanish linguistics.
Prerequisite(s): LING 1001 or SPAN 3220, and grade of C or higher in SPAN 4020 or 4110, or permission of the School.
Three hours a week.
Topics in Spanish-speaking Cultures
Selected topics in Spanish-speaking cultures and societies. Development of advanced language skills.
Prerequisite(s): grade of C or higher in SPAN 4020 or SPAN 4110, or permission of the School.
Three hours per week.
Independent Study
Research in a topic in Spanish language, literature or linguistics under the supervision of a member of the School.
Prerequisite(s): third- or fourth-year standing in the Minor in Spanish, grade of C or higher in SPAN 4020 or SPAN 4110 or equivalent, or permission of the School.
Independent Study
Research in a topic in Spanish language, literature or linguistics under the supervision of a member of the School.
Prerequisite(s): third- or fourth-year standing in the Minor in Spanish, grade of C or higher in SPAN 4020 or SPAN 4110 or equivalent, or permission of the School.
Summer session: some of the courses listed in this Calendar are offered during the summer. Hours and scheduling for summer session courses will differ significantly from those reported in the fall/winter Calendar. To determine the scheduling and hours for summer session classes, consult the class schedule at central.carleton.ca
Not all courses listed are offered in a given year. For an up-to-date statement of course offerings for the current session and to determine the term of offering, consult the class schedule at central.carleton.ca
Regulations
In addition to the requirements listed here, students must satisfy:
- the University regulations including the process of Academic Performance Evaluation (see the Academic Regulations of the University section of this Calendar).