Department of Modern Languages and Literatures

The Department of Modern Languages and Literatures offers a major in Spanish designed to develop the student’s specialized knowledge of culture, literature, and language. The department also offers a major in Modern Language Studies, which gives students the opportunity to study various cultural aspects of a language area. Minors in French, German, Russian, Spanish, Comparative Literature, Foreign Languages (Chinese, Italian, Japanese, Korean), and Linguistics give students the opportunity to refine language skills, develop linguistic awareness, and acquire knowledge of a foreign culture and/or literature. Skills-development courses, which facilitate speaking, reading, writing, and understanding of a foreign language, are offered in these languages. Courses in comparative studies in the humanities relate literatures to the other arts and general currents of culture and humanistic thought, while coursework in linguistics focuses on general concepts of linguistic structure and meaning and relates language development to other areas of human understanding. Additional study abroad is strongly encouraged. The department also offers a major in Linguistics in the Local and Global Community. The department also offers courses in Media Studies, which allow students to put into practice their theoretical studies in the humanities.

Department Honors

A student whose grade point average in courses taken at UT San Antonio is at least 3.0, whose grade point average in upper-division courses in one of the fields offered as a major in the department is at least 3.5, and who has completed 18 semester credit hours at the upper-division level in the major (24 hours for Spanish) may petition the undergraduate faculty advisor to enroll in the appropriate honors course (FL 4993 Honors Research, FRN 4993 Honors Research, or SPN 4993 Honors Research). If the student maintains the minimum grade point averages upon completion of the course, the Department Honors Committee will evaluate the project the student completed in the honors course and determine whether they will be awarded Department Honors.

Bachelor of Arts Degree in Linguistics in the Local and Global Community

The Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Linguistics in the Local and Global Community offers training in language-based, interdisciplinary studies, encompassing theoretical, applied, and pedagogical aspects of linguistics. The key purpose of the major is to broaden linguistic knowledge from an interdisciplinary perspective, enabling students to explore language as a significant tool for understanding cultures in an increasingly globalized environment.

The minimum number of semester credit hours required for this degree, including the hours in the Core Curriculum requirements, is 120. Thirty-nine of the total semester credit hours required for the degree must be at the upper-division level.

Students seeking the B.A. degree in Linguistics in the Local and Global Community must complete the COLFA Second Language Requirement. General requirements are listed on the College of Liberal and Fine Arts page of this Undergraduate Catalog. 

Core Curriculum Requirements (42 semester credit hours)

Students seeking the B.A. degree in Linguistics in the Local and Global Community must fulfill University Core Curriculum requirements in the same manner as other students. If courses are taken to satisfy both a degree requirement and a Core Curriculum requirement, then students may need to take additional courses in order to meet the minimum number of semester credit hours required for this degree.

ANT 2053 is recommended to fulfill the Social and Behavioral Sciences core requirement.

ANT 2063 may be used to satisfy both the Language, Philosophy and Culture core requirement and as a major course requirement.

All candidates seeking this degree must fulfill the Core Curriculum requirements and the degree requirements, which are listed below. Click here to view the list of all Core Curriculum Component Area Requirements.

Degree Requirements

The B.A. in Linguistics in the Local and Global Community includes a total of 30 semester credit hours of required courses and up to 48 hours of free elective credit hours.

A. Required Courses
1. Select 3 semester credit hours of a required course from the following list:3
Introduction to Linguistics
Introduction to Linguistics
Principles of English Linguistics
2. Experiential Learning Course3
Select 3 semester credit hours of required experiential courses, which include a) a community-based service-learning course, b) a local internship (e.g., working with migrant or refugee services, working in healthcare or legal services, language-based community outreach, teaching at language-immersion preschool, working as teacher’s aid in ESL/dual-language program), or c) a seminar for Linguistics majors involving a local/global research project.
Internship 1
Internship 1
Internship in French 1
Internship in German 1
Community Service-Learning for Spanish Learners
Internship in Spanish 1
Seminar for Linguistics Majors (Community-based/Global based Research)
3. Additional Major Courses15
Select 15 semester credit hours from the following subject areas: psycholinguistics, anthropological linguistics, sociolinguistics, historical linguistics, or other courses relevant to linguistics in consultation with the department.
Language, Thought, and Culture (core or major)
Language Analysis and Bilingualism
Language Development in Bilinguals
History of the English Language
Introduction to the Structure of English
Studies in Advanced Linguistics
Natural Language Processing
Sociolinguistics
Forensic Linguistics
Topics in Linguistics
Cognitive Neuroscience
Philosophy of Language
Spanish Phonetics and Phonology
Linguistic Structures of Spanish
Topics in Spanish Linguistics
The Spanish of the United States
Sociolinguistics and Latino Health
Theory and Practice of Interpreting
4. Upper-division Language Courses or Advanced Language Study Abroad Courses6
Students may select 6 semester credit hours of upper-division language courses (i.e., Chinese, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Russian, or Spanish) or Advanced Language Study Abroad Courses.
Students may select upper-division language courses from section A.3 to fulfill this requirement if the course has not been applied to that section. Both upper-division language classes and other upper-division classes taught in a language other than English can count toward this requirement. Prior to enrolling in an upper-division language course, students must demonstrate proficiency equivalent to the 4th semester in a spoken/written/signed language other than English. To meet this proficiency, students must complete the Elementary I/II foreign language courses (course numbers 1014 and 1024) and Intermediate I/II courses (course numbers 2013 and 2023) or the comparable minimum CLEP score. After meeting this proficiency, students may take 6 credits of upper-division courses in that language.
Students may also select courses from below for the study abroad option:
Advanced Language Study Abroad
Advanced Language Study Abroad
Other study abroad courses may apply to this option if approved by the student’s advisor.
5. Additional Major Elective3
Students must select 3 additional semester credit hours from sections A.2, A.3, or A.4.
B. Free Electives48
Students may need to complete at least 48 hours of free electives, dependent on completion of Core Curriculum Coursework. This may include at least 9 hours of upper-division coursework to meet the minimum of 39 upper-division hours.
Up to 14 semester credit hours of free electives may be used to complete the COLFA Second Language Requirement.
Total Credit Hours78
1

Internship courses must be approved by the student's advisor to fulfill this option.

Course Sequence Guide for B.A. Degree in Linguistics in the Local and Global Community

This course sequence guide is designed to assist students in completing their UT San Antonio undergraduate Linguistics in the Local and Global Community degree requirements. This is merely a guide, and students must satisfy other requirements of this catalog and meet with their academic advisor for individualized degree plans. Progress within this guide depends upon such factors as course availability, individual student academic preparation, student time management, work obligations, and individual financial considerations. Students may choose to take courses during Summer terms to reduce course loads during long semesters.

B.A. in Linguistics in the Local and Global Community – Four-Year Academic Plan

Plan of Study Grid
First Year
FallCredit Hours
AIS 1223
AIS: Arts and Humanities (core)
or Academic Introduction and Strategies
3
WRC 1013 Freshman Composition I (core) 3
Free elective or COLFA Second Language Course 4
Mathematics (core) 3
Language, Philosophy & Culture (core) or Free elective 3
 Credit Hours16
Spring
ANT 2053 Introduction to Cultural Anthropology (recommended core) 3
POL 1013 Introduction to American Politics (core) 3
WRC 1023 Freshman Composition II (core) 3
Free elective or COLFA Second Language Course 4
Life & Physical Sciences (core) 3
 Credit Hours16
Second Year
Fall
POL 1133
Texas Politics and Society (core)
or Civil Rights in Texas and America
3
Free elective or COLFA Second Language Course 3
American History (core) 3
Life & Physical Sciences (core) 3
 Credit Hours12
Spring
Required Linguistics Course (Section A. 1.) 3
American History (core) 3
Creative Arts (core) 3
Component Area Option (core) 3
Free elective or COLFA Second Language Course 3
 Credit Hours15
Third Year
Fall
Experiential Learning Course (Section A.2) 3
Additional Major Course (Section A.3) 3
Upper-division Language or Advanced Language Study Abroad Course (Section A.4) 3
Free Elective 3
Free Elective 3
 Credit Hours15
Spring
Additional Major Course (Section A.3) 3
Additional Major Course (Section A.3) 3
Upper-division Language or Advanced Language Study Abroad Course (Section A.4) 3
Free Elective 3
Free Elective 3
 Credit Hours15
Fourth Year
Fall
Additional Major Course (Section A.3) 3
Free Elective 3
Free Elective 3
Free Elective 3
Upper-Division Free Elective 3
 Credit Hours15
Spring
Additional Major Course (Section A.3) 3
Additional Major Elective (Section A.5) 3
Upper-Division Free Elective 3
Upper-Division Free Elective 3
Upper-Division Free Elective (to meet 120 hour minimum and to meet 39 hour upper-division minimum) 4
 Credit Hours16
 Total Credit Hours120

Bachelor of Arts Degree in Modern Language Studies

The major in Modern Language Studies addresses the growing need for students to prepare for the demands brought about by globalization and the increased national focus on international security. It provides the opportunity for UT San Antonio students to graduate with an emphasis in a single language area according to their individual career interests. It is designed to give students the opportunity to structure their program in a variety of concentrations, including double majors. By selecting the Modern Language Studies major, students receive a well-rounded humanistic education and prepare themselves for jobs requiring a flexible liberal arts degree, among them careers in government, national security, public service, teaching, international business, banking, international media, communications, tourism, foreign relations, and publishing. The Modern Language Studies major also develops skills, knowledge, and cultural awareness which provide a solid foundation for successful work in graduate studies in the humanities and social sciences, as well as in law and medicine. The Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Modern Language Studies is available to students of languages which offer upper-division courses at UT San Antonio. For students of Spanish, these needs are met by the Bachelor of Arts degree in Spanish.

The following optional components are strongly recommended:

  1. Study Abroad
    Study abroad in the target language environment will give students the opportunity to further enhance their language and culture skills. Students are encouraged to include a semester or at least a summer abroad in their degree plan.
  2. Languages Across the Curriculum
    1-semester-credit-hour language courses offered online (FL 3101 Languages Across the Curriculum) will complement the student’s elective courses in other disciplines, such as history and political science. These add-on components will mirror the topics taught in the regular courses.

The minimum number of semester credit hours required for the B.A. degree in Modern Language Studies, including the hours in the Core Curriculum requirements, is 120. Thirty-nine of the total semester credit hours required for the degree must be at the upper-division level. Students seeking teacher certification should consult the Interdisciplinary Education Advising and Certification Center for information.

Students seeking the B.A. degree in Modern Language Studies must complete the COLFA Second Language Requirement. General requirements are listed on the College of Liberal and Fine Arts page of this Undergraduate Catalog.

All candidates seeking this degree must fulfill the Core Curriculum requirements and the degree requirements, which are listed below.

Core Curriculum Requirements (42 semester credit hours)

Students seeking the B.A. degree in Modern Language Studies must fulfill University Core Curriculum requirements in the same manner as other students. If courses are taken to satisfy both a degree requirement and a Core Curriculum requirement, then students may need to take additional courses in order to meet the minimum number of semester credit hours required for this degree.

Elementary Language I course number 1014 should be used to satisfy the core requirement in Language, Philosophy and Culture and as a major requirement.

CSH 1103, CSH 1113, CSH 1213, or CSH 2113 are also recommended to be used to satisfy the core requirement in Language, Philosophy and Culture.

Click here to view the list of all Core Curriculum Component Area Requirements.

Degree Requirements

A. Courses within the major
1. Required Course3
Introduction to Linguistics
2. Basic Language Courses and COLFA Second Language Requirement14
Select up to 14 semester credit hours of basic language courses in a single discipline (other than SPN).
Elementary Language I course number 1014 (core or major)
Elementary Language II course number 1024
Intermediate Language I course number 2013
Intermediate Language II course number 2023
3. 6 semester credit hours of upper-division courses in a chosen language: CHN, FRN, GER, ITL, JPN, KOR, or RUS.6
4. Complete 15 credit hours of area-specific courses in language, linguistics, literature, and culture from the lists below in a chosen language, 12 of which must be at the upper-division level.15
Topics in World Cultures CHN, FRN, GER, ITL, JPN, KOR, RUS
The Foreign Film CHN, FRN, GER, ITL, JPN, KOR, RUS
Studies in Comparative Literature CHN, FRN, GER, ITL, JPN, KOR, RUS
Topics in World Cinema CHN, FRN, GER, ITL, JPN, KOR, RUS
Advanced Topics in World Cultures (Languages in Intl Organization)
Advanced Language Study Abroad
Individualized Instruction in Advanced-Level Language
Advanced Language Study Abroad
Languages Across the Curriculum
Internship
Special Projects
Honors Research
Introduction to Linguistics
Sociolinguistics
Topics in Linguistics
Film Studies CHN, FRN, GER, ITL, JPN, KOR, RUS
Chinese
Advanced Language Skills
Topics in Chinese Culture
Colloquium in East Asian Culture
Special Projects in East Asian Studies
Politics and Geographies of East Asia
Politics and Geographies of East Asia
Security and Intelligence in the Asia Pacific
Introduction to East Asian Civilization
Late Imperial China
China in Revolution
Cultures and Empires of the Silk Road, 700 BCE – 1480 CE
Asian Philosophy
Governments and Politics of East Asia
French
French Literature in English Translation
Advanced Language Skills
Survey of French Literature and Culture
Topics in French Literature
Topics in French Culture and Linguistics
Independent Study
Internship in French
Special Studies in French
Honors Research
Geography of Europe
European Governments
Introduction to European Civilization
Europe in the Nineteenth Century
Twentieth-Century Europe
European Cultural History
Women and Gender in Early Modern Europe
Early Modern Europe
History of World War II in Europe
European Governments
German
German Literature in English Translation
Advanced Language Skills
Survey of German Literature and Culture
Topics in German Literature
Topics in German Culture and Linguistics
Independent Study
Internship in German
Special Studies in German
Topics in Art History and Criticism (Art & the Holocaust)
Advanced Topics in World Cultures (Post-War Germany)
Geography of Europe
European Governments
Introduction to European Civilization
Europe in the Nineteenth Century
Twentieth-Century Europe
European Cultural History
Women and Gender in Early Modern Europe
Early Modern Europe
History of World War II in Europe
Nineteenth-Century Philosophy
European Governments
Italian
Italian Literature in English Translation
Advanced Language Skills
Topics in Italian Culture
Geography of Europe
European Governments
Introduction to European Civilization
Europe in the Nineteenth Century
Twentieth-Century Europe
European Cultural History
Women and Gender in Early Modern Europe
Early Modern Europe
History of World War II in Europe
European Governments
Japanese
Advanced Language Skills
Business Japanese
Topics in Japanese Culture
Topics in Art History and Criticism (Japanese Art Material)
Colloquium in East Asian Culture
Special Projects in East Asian Studies
Politics and Geographies of East Asia
Politics and Geographies of East Asia
Security and Intelligence in the Asia Pacific
Introduction to East Asian Civilization
Modern Japan
Asian Philosophy
Governments and Politics of East Asia
Korean
Advanced Language Skills
Topics in Korean Culture
Colloquium in East Asian Culture
Special Projects in East Asian Studies
Politics and Geographies of East Asia
Politics and Geographies of East Asia
Security and Intelligence in the Asia Pacific
Introduction to East Asian Civilization
Asian Philosophy
Governments and Politics of East Asia
Russian
Russian Literature in English Translation
Oral Communication Skills
Structure of Russian Language
Advanced Russian
Topics in Russian Culture
Advanced Topics in World Cultures (Post-War Germany)
Geography of Europe
Geopolitics of Russia and Eurasia
East European Politics
Geopolitics of Russia and Eurasia
Introduction to European Civilization
Europe in the Nineteenth Century
Twentieth-Century Europe
European Cultural History
Women and Gender in Early Modern Europe
Early Modern Europe
Imperial Russia
The Soviet Union and After
Russia before Peter the Great
History of World War II in Europe
East European Politics
Geopolitics of Russia and Eurasia
B. Electives40
Select at least 40 semester credit hours of free electives, dependent on completion of Core Curriculum Coursework and foreign language proficiency. Select at least 18 semester credit hours of upper-division courses to meet the 39 minimum semester credit hours.
Students are encouraged to consider a double major in areas such as Global Affairs, or take courses in additional foreign languages or other internationally focused topics. Study Abroad and Languages Across the Curriculum courses are strongly recommended.
Total Credit Hours78
CHN

This course may be taken by students whose chosen language is Chinese (CHN) if it references China, Chinese, Asia, or Taiwan in the title.

FRN

This course may be taken by students whose chosen language is French (FRN) if it references France, French, or Franco in the title.

GER

This course may be taken by students whose chosen language is German (GER) if it references German or Dresden in the title.

ITL

This course may be taken by students whose chosen language is Italian (ITL) if it references Italy, Italian, Mafia, or Roman in the title.

JPN

This course may be taken by students whose chosen language is Japanese (JPN) if it references Japan or Asia in the title.

KOR

This course may be taken by students whose chosen language is Korean (KOR) if it references Korea or Asia in the title.

RUS

This course may be taken by students whose chosen language is Russian (RUS) if it references Russia in the title.

Course Sequence Guide for B.A. Degree in Modern Language Studies

This course sequence guide is designed to assist students in completing their UT San Antonio undergraduate Modern Language Studies degree requirements. This is merely a guide, and students must satisfy other requirements of this catalog and meet with their academic advisor for individualized degree plans. Progress within this guide depends upon such factors as course availability, individual student academic preparation, student time management, work obligations, and individual financial considerations. Students may choose to take courses during Summer terms to reduce course loads during long semesters. Study Abroad courses are strongly encouraged. Contact the department for advising.

B.A. in Modern Language Studies – Four-Year Academic Plan

Plan of Study Grid
First Year
FallCredit Hours
AIS 1223 AIS: Arts and Humanities 3
HIS 1043
United States History: Pre-Columbus to Civil War Era (core)
or United States History: Civil War Era to Present
or Texas History
3
WRC 1013 Freshman Composition I (core) 3
Section A.2. course or free elective 4
Life & Physical Sciences (core) 3
 Credit Hours16
Spring
HIS 1043
United States History: Pre-Columbus to Civil War Era (core)
or United States History: Civil War Era to Present
or Texas History
3
WRC 1023 Freshman Composition II (core) 3
Section A.2. course or free elective 4
Life & Physical Sciences (core) 3
Mathematics (core) 3
 Credit Hours16
Second Year
Fall
POL 1013 Introduction to American Politics (core) 3
Section A.2. course or free elective 3
Social and Behavioral Sciences (core) 3
Language, Philosophy and Culture (core) or Free elective 3
Free elective 3
 Credit Hours15
Spring
POL 1133
Texas Politics and Society (core)
or Civil Rights in Texas and America
3
Section A.2. course or free elective 3
Creative Arts (core) 3
Component Area Option (core) 3
Free elective 3
 Credit Hours15
Third Year
Fall
LNG 3813 Introduction to Linguistics 3
Language, Linguistics, Literature, or Culture Course (Section A.4) 3
Language, Linguistics, Literature, or Culture Course (Section A.4) 3
Upper-division language course 3
Free elective 3
 Credit Hours15
Spring
Language, Linguistics, Literature, or Culture Course (Section A.4) 3
Language, Linguistics, Literature, or Culture Course (Section A.4) 3
Upper-division language course 3
Free elective 3
Free upper-division elective 3
 Credit Hours15
Fourth Year
Fall
Upper-division Language, Linguistics, Literature, or Culture Course (Section A.4) 3
Free upper-division elective 3
Free upper-division elective 3
Free upper-division elective 3
Free upper-division elective 3
 Credit Hours15
Spring
Upper-division Language, Linguistics, Literature, or Culture Course (Section A.4) 3
Free elective 3
Free elective (to meet 120 hour minimum) 4
Free upper-division elective 3
 Credit Hours13
 Total Credit Hours120

Bachelor of Arts Degree in Spanish

The minimum number of semester credit hours required for this degree, including the hours in the Core Curriculum requirements, is 120. Thirty-nine of the total semester credit hours required for the degree must be at the upper-division level.

The Signature Experience, included in the required forty-five hours, serves as a peak in the student’s educational program by providing various opportunities in which to display or practice knowledge gained at UT San Antonio. The Signature Experience can be realized as one of a number of study or practical options, such as an independent study, internship, and study abroad.

Students seeking teacher certification should consult the Interdisciplinary Education Advising and Certification Center for information.

Students seeking the B.A. degree in Spanish must complete the COLFA Second Language Requirement. General requirements are listed on the College of Liberal and Fine Arts page of this Undergraduate Catalog. 

All candidates seeking this degree must fulfill the Core Curriculum requirements and the degree requirements, which are listed below.

Core Curriculum Requirements (42 semester credit hours)

Students seeking the B.A. degree in Spanish must fulfill University Core Curriculum requirements in the same manner as other students. If courses are taken to satisfy both a degree requirement and a Core Curriculum requirement, then students may need to take additional courses in order to meet the minimum number of semester credit hours required for this degree.

SPN 1014 or SPN 2333 may be used to satisfy the Language, Philosophy and Culture core requirement.

Click here to view the list of all Core Curriculum Component Area Requirements.

Degree Requirements

A. Courses within the major30
1. 6 semester credit hours of required courses
Cultures, Arts, Languages of Spanish-speaking World
Language and Writing
2. 24 semester credit hours of upper-division (3000 and 4000 level) Spanish (SPN, FL, LNG, or TIS) coursework, of which 12 hours must be at the 4000 level. At least 9 of the 4000-level courses must be SPN. A maximum of 3 credit hours may be taken in English (FL, TIS, and LNG). At least 3 semester credit hours must be taken in each of the following areas: Linguistics, Literature and Culture, Translation and Interpreting.
At least 3 semester credit hours must be taken from each of the areas below:
Linguistics
Internship *
Special Projects *
Honors Research *
Introduction to Linguistics
Topics in Linguistics
Seminar for Linguistics Majors
Spanish Phonetics and Phonology
Spanish for Reading Knowledge
Linguistic Structures of Spanish
Oral and Written Expression for the Professions
Advanced Language Skills
Topics in Spanish Linguistics
The Spanish of the United States
Sociolinguistics and Latino Health
Topics in Spanish as a Heritage Language
Topics in Hispanic-Latin American-Latina/o/x-Borderlands Digital Humanities
Literature and Culture
Internship *
Special Projects *
Honors Research *
Creative Writing in Spanish
Language and Culture in Multilingual Contexts
Multilingual Digital Worlds
Border and US Latina/o/x Cultures and Literatures in Spanish
Literatures of the Spanish-speaking World
Film of the Spanish-speaking World
Cultures of the Spanish-speaking World
Illness Narratives of Latin America
Community Service-Learning for Spanish Learners
Multilingual Digital Storytelling
Topics in Hispanic Literatures
Topics in Hispanic Cultures
Creative Writing: Poetry
Topics in Creative Writing
Creative Writing: Fiction
Topics in Borderlands Cultures and Literatures
Translation and Interpreting
Any TIS Course.
Internship *
Special Projects *
Honors Research *
Forensic Linguistics
Spanish for Healthcare Professionals I
B. Free Electives48
Select at least 48 semester credit hours of electives, dependent on completion of Core Curriculum Coursework. At least 9 hours must be at the upper-division level to meet the minimum 39 upper-division semester credit hours.
Up to 14 semester credit hours of free electives may be used to complete the COLFA Second Language Requirement.
Total Credit Hours78
*

FL 4933 InternshipFL 4953 Special Projects, and FL 4993 Honors Research may apply to any of the three areas depending on the nature of the course. Students should confirm with their advisors regarding which area applies based on their internship, project, or research.

Course Sequence Guide for B.A. Degree in Spanish

This course sequence guide is designed to assist students in completing their UT San Antonio undergraduate Spanish degree requirements. This is merely a guide, and students must satisfy other requirements of this catalog and meet with their academic advisor for individualized degree plans. Progress within this guide depends upon such factors as course availability, individual student academic preparation, student time management, work obligations, and individual financial considerations. Students may choose to take courses during Summer terms to reduce course loads during long semesters.

B.A. in Spanish – Four-Year Academic Plan

Plan of Study Grid
First Year
FallCredit Hours
AIS 1223 AIS: Arts and Humanities 3
WRC 1013 Freshman Composition I (core) 3
SPN 1014 Elementary Spanish I (core and COLFA Second Language Course, or free elective) 4
Mathematics (core) 3
Life & Physical Sciences (core) 3
 Credit Hours16
Spring
HIS 1043
United States History: Pre-Columbus to Civil War Era (core)
or United States History: Civil War Era to Present
or Texas History
3
POL 1013 Introduction to American Politics (core) 3
WRC 1023 Freshman Composition II (core) 3
SPN 1024 Elementary Spanish II (COLFA Second Language Course or free elective) 4
Life & Physical Sciences (core) 3
 Credit Hours16
Second Year
Fall
HIS 1043
United States History: Pre-Columbus to Civil War Era (core)
or United States History: Civil War Era to Present
or Texas History
3
SPN 2013 Intermediate Spanish I (COLFA Second Language Course or free elective) 3
Free elective 3
Language, Philosophy & Culture (core or free elective) 3
Social and Behavioral Sciences (core) 3
 Credit Hours15
Spring
POL 1133
Texas Politics and Society (core)
or Civil Rights in Texas and America
3
SPN 2023 Intermediate Spanish II (COLFA Second Language Course or free elective) 3
Free elective 3
Creative Arts (core) 3
Component Area Option (core) 3
 Credit Hours15
Third Year
Fall
SPN 3043 Cultures, Arts, Languages of Spanish-speaking World 3
SPN 3063 Language and Writing 3
Free elective 3
Free elective 3
Free elective 3
 Credit Hours15
Spring
Spanish Linguistics course (Section A.2) 3
Spanish Translation and Interpreting course (Section A.2) 3
Hispanic Literatures and Cultures course (Section A.2) 3
Free elective 3
Free elective 3
 Credit Hours15
Fourth Year
Fall
Upper-division SPN elective (Section A.2) 3
Upper-division SPN elective (Section A.2) 3
4000-level SPN elective (Section A.2) 3
Upper-division Free elective 3
Upper-division Free elective 3
 Credit Hours15
Spring
4000-level SPN elective (Section A.2) 3
4000-level SPN elective (Section A.2) 3
Upper-division Free elective 3
Free elective (to meet 120 semester credit hours) 4
 Credit Hours13
 Total Credit Hours120

Minor in Comparative Literature

The Minor in Comparative Literature offers an opportunity to study texts in a manner that transcends national and linguistic boundaries. It enables students to develop, through their majors, a solid grounding in one particular tradition (e.g., English, Spanish, French) or one discipline (e.g., history, music) while also embracing a broader perspective through the minor. A student minoring in comparative literature may wish to pursue graduate work in comparative literature or in a specific national literary tradition or to pursue a career in translation, teaching, publishing, or writing. The Minor in Comparative Literature fosters the sophistication appropriate to a liberal arts degree.

All students pursuing the Minor in Comparative Literature must complete 18 semester credit hours.

A. Upper-division literature courses12
Select 12 semester credit hours from at least two of the following disciplines: Classics, English, French, German, Italian, Russian, or Spanish.
B. Upper-division in comparative studies in the humanities
1. Comparative Literature3
Studies in Comparative Literature
2. One course of an additional upper-division CSH course3
Total Credit Hours18

Minor in Foreign Languages

The Minor in Foreign Languages offers an opportunity to increase proficiency in reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills in a foreign language. The minor will lead to the acquisition of metalinguistic skills and an enhanced understanding of the target culture and its orientation to world communication.

All students pursuing the Minor in Foreign Languages must complete 18 semester credit hours with all language skill courses at the 2000 level and above.

A. Language skill courses in the same language at the 2000 level or above6
Intermediate Chinese I
Intermediate Chinese II
Intermediate French I
Intermediate French II
Intermediate German I
Intermediate German II
Intermediate Japanese I
Intermediate Japanese II
Intermediate Korean I
Intermediate Korean II
Intermediate Russian I
Intermediate Russian II
Intermediate Spanish I
Intermediate Spanish II
B. Language, Culture, and Linguistics courses, including FL and CSH at the 2000-level or higher12
Select 12 semester credit hours in the department, 9 hours of which must be at the upper-division level. Courses may be chosen from the following subjects: ASL, CHN, CSH, FL, FRN, GER, JPN, KOR, LNG, RUS, SPN, or TIS.
Total Credit Hours18

Minor in French

All students pursuing the Minor in French must complete 18 semester credit hours at the 2000 level and above.

A. Required language skill courses
FRN 2013Intermediate French I3
FRN 2023Intermediate French II3
FRN 3023Advanced Language Skills3
B. Additional courses in French or French-related topics9
Select 9 semester credit hours, 6 hours of which must be at the upper-division level, from the French area-specific course list in the Modern Languages major. At least 6 hours must be in FRN, CSH, or FL.
Total Credit Hours18

Minor in German

All students pursuing the Minor in German must complete 18 semester credit hours at the 2000-level and above.

A. Required language skill course
GER 2013 Intermediate German I3
GER 2023Intermediate German II3
GER 3023Advanced Language Skills *3
B. Additional German or German-related courses9
Select 9 semester credit hours, 6 hours of which must be at the upper-division level, from the German area-specific course list in the Modern Languages major. At least 6 hours must be in GER, CSH, or FL.
Total Credit Hours18
*

GER 3023 may be replaced with GER 3413 Survey of German Literature and Culture, GER 4003 Topics in German Literature, GER 4213 Topics in German Culture and Linguistics, GER 4913 Independent Study, GER 4933 Internship in German, or GER 4953 Special Studies in German, chosen in consultation with the advisor for the Minor in German.

Minor in Linguistics

The Minor in Linguistics offers an enhanced awareness of the components, functions, and interfaces of human language. It prepares students for careers and advanced study for which such awareness is essential through coursework aligned with a student’s own professional goals and intellectual interests.

All students pursuing the Minor in Linguistics must complete 18 semester credit hours, at least 9 of which must be drawn from outside the major.

A. Minor courses
ENG 3343Principles of English Linguistics3
or LNG 3813 Introduction to Linguistics
B. Linguistics of a particular language
Select one of the following:3
History of the English Language
Introduction to the Structure of English
Spanish Phonetics and Phonology
Linguistic Structures of Spanish
Topics in Spanish Linguistics
The Spanish of the United States
C. Additional courses
Select two of the following in psycholinguistics, anthropological linguistics, sociolinguistics, or historical linguistics:6
Introduction to Cultural Anthropology
Language, Thought, and Culture
Language, Culture, and Society
Language Analysis and Bilingualism
Language Development in Bilinguals
Cultural and Linguistic Equity for Schooling
Sociolinguistics
Forensic Linguistics
Topics in Linguistics
Seminar for Linguistics Majors
Sociolinguistics and Latino Health
D. Two additional courses chosen in consultation with an advisor
Select two courses from the list below. Coursework from study abroad programs may also apply with department approval.6
Language, Thought, and Culture
Introduction to Linguistics
Language Analysis and Bilingualism
Language Development in Bilinguals
History of the English Language
Introduction to the Structure of English
Principles of English Linguistics
Language and Schooling
Introduction to Linguistics
Sociolinguistics
Forensic Linguistics
Topics in Linguistics
Seminar for Linguistics Majors
Spanish Phonetics and Phonology
Linguistic Structures of Spanish
Topics in Spanish Linguistics
The Spanish of the United States
Sociolinguistics and Latino Health
Topics in Spanish as a Heritage Language
Any upper-division (3000-4999) in CHN, FL, FRN, GER, ITL, JPN, KOR, or RUS
Total Credit Hours18

Minor in Russian

All students pursuing the Minor in Russian must complete 18 semester credit hours at the 2000 level and above.

A. Required Language skill courses
RUS 2013Intermediate Russian I3
RUS 2023Intermediate Russian II3
B. Additional Russian or Russian-related courses12
Select 12 semester credit hours, 9 hours of which must be at the upper-division level, from the Russian area-specific course list in the Modern Languages major. At least 9 hours must be in RUS, CSH, or FL.
Total Credit Hours18

Minor in Spanish

All students pursuing the Minor in Spanish must complete 18 semester credit hours.

A. Required courses6
Cultures, Arts, Languages of Spanish-speaking World
Language and Writing
B. Upper-division Spanish courses 12
Select 12 semester credit hours of other upper-division Spanish (SPN) courses chosen in consultation with the advisor.
Total Credit Hours18

Minor in Spanish and the Criminal Justice System

The Minor in Spanish and the Criminal Justice System is intended for students who are already proficient in Spanish and wish to integrate their Spanish-language skills with specialized training in criminal justice, legal communication, and cross-cultural engagement in justice-related professions. The minor is a collaborative program between the Department of Criminology and Criminal Justice and the Department of Modern Languages and Literatures. The minor is designed for students in Criminology and Criminal Justice, Spanish, or related fields. This interdisciplinary program enhances students' ability to interact effectively with Spanish-speaking individuals in legal, law enforcement, and community-based justice settings. Students who have not yet completed the prerequisite Spanish coursework may seek departmental authorization after an individual evaluation.

The 18 semester credit hour curriculum for this minor includes one (1) required course in interpreting in legal settings (3 semester credit hours), six (6) credits of electives in upper-division TIS (translation and interpreting studies, if taught in Spanish) or SPN courses, and nine (9) credits of CRJ electives related to policing, corrections, and the courts.

All students completing the Minor in Spanish and the Criminal Justice System must complete the courses as follows:

A. Required Translational Course3
Select one course from the list below.
Interpreting in Legal Settings
Practice in Legal Interpreting
B. Upper-division Electives in Spanish6
To complete the upper-division electives in Spanish, students must complete six (6) semester credit hours of upper-division coursework in SPN or TIS (taught in Spanish). *
C. Criminal Justice Electives9
Complete nine (9) semester credit hours of coursework from the courses below:
Introduction to Policing
Introduction to Corrections
Introduction to Courts and the Legal System
Investigations
Community Corrections
Pretrial Diversion and Problem-Solving Courts
Contemporary Police Practices
Special Topics in Policing
Institutional Corrections
Constitutional Criminal Procedure
Special Topics in Corrections
Special Topics in Courts
Total Credit Hours18
*

TIS courses are usually taught in Spanish. TIS 4013 Topics in Translation and Interpreting Studies may be taught in English; if so, the course will not apply to this section.

Minor in Spanish and Medical Humanities

The Minor in Spanish and Medical Humanities is intended for students who are already proficient in Spanish and wish to integrate their essential Spanish-language skills with specialized training in healthcare interpreting and health humanities. The minor is a collaborative program between the Interdisciplinary School for Engagement in Humanities and Social Sciences and the Department of Modern Languages and Literatures, and is designed for Medical Humanities students. This interdisciplinary program enhances students' ability to communicate effectively with Spanish-speaking patients and navigate multilingual medical environments. Students who have not taken the Spanish prerequisites may seek authorization from the department after individual evaluations.

The 15-semester credit hour curriculum includes two (2) core Medical Humanities courses and nine (9) upper-division Spanish electives focused on healthcare, health humanities, and language mediation in clinical settings.

Required and elective course options for this 15-semester credit hour Minor are as follows:

A. Required Courses in Medical Humanities6
Introduction to Medical Humanities
Seminar in Medical Humanities
B. Spanish/Translational Electives9
Complete 9 semester credit hours of courses from below:
Spanish for Healthcare Professionals I
The Spanish of the United States
Illness Narratives of Latin America
Community Service-Learning for Spanish Learners
Sociolinguistics and Latino Health
Interpreting in Medical Settings
Advanced Practice in Healthcare Interpreting
Total Credit Hours15

Minor in Translation and Interpreting Studies

The minor in Translation and Interpreting Studies (TIS) is intended for students with an interest in translation and interpreting between English and Spanish. The minor provides students with an opportunity to develop awareness of both the theory and the practice of language mediation in various settings, including healthcare and legal settings. The minor will provide a coherent program of study for students with intermediate-high to advanced proficiency in Spanish who are attracted to learning how to leverage their language skills in professional settings, and it will be of special interest to students interested in working in the fields of education, medicine, social work, criminal justice, and law. Coursework in the minor is supported and enhanced by existing coursework in advanced-level Spanish language, as well as linguistics.

All students pursuing the Minor in Translation and Interpreting Studies must complete 18 semester credit hours.

A. Spanish Courses:6
Complete 6 semester credit hours in upper-division SPN courses.
B. Translation and Interpreting Studies Courses: 9
Complete 9 semester credit hours in TIS courses.
C. Linguistics courses:3
Complete 3 semester credit hours in LNG or SPN Linguistics courses from the list below.
Introduction to Linguistics
Topics in Linguistics
Seminar for Linguistics Majors
Spanish Phonetics and Phonology
Spanish for Reading Knowledge
Linguistic Structures of Spanish
Oral and Written Expression for the Professions
Advanced Language Skills
Topics in Spanish Linguistics
The Spanish of the United States
Sociolinguistics and Latino Health
Topics in Spanish as a Heritage Language
Topics in Hispanic-Latin American-Latina/o/x-Borderlands Digital Humanities
Total Credit Hours18

Certificate in Healthcare Interpreting

The Certificate in Healthcare Interpreting is designed to leverage the bilingual skills of Spanish- and English-speaking students who are pursuing undergraduate degrees in the biological sciences, social work, medical humanities, public health, or other health professions. The Certificate focuses specifically on basic concepts in translation and interpreting studies, Spanish-language training for healthcare contexts, and the theory and practice of medical interpreting. It will constitute a value-added, formal recognition of students’ abilities to function accurately, compassionately, and effectively in professional clinical environments in both Spanish and English.

All students pursuing the Certificate in Healthcare Interpreting (Spanish/English) must complete 15 credit hours of coursework in SPN (Spanish for Healthcare Professionals or Sociolinguistics and Latino Health) and TIS (Translation and Interpreting Studies).

A. Spanish for the Professions or Sociolinguistics and Latino Health (SPN) required courses3
Select one course from below:
Spanish for Healthcare Professionals I
Sociolinguistics and Latino Health
B. Translation and Interpreting Studies (TIS) foundations6
Complete 6 semester credit hours of TIS coursework.
C. Translation and Interpreting (TIS) required healthcare interpreting courses6
Complete both courses below.
Interpreting in Medical Settings
Advanced Practice in Healthcare Interpreting
Total Credit Hours15

American Sign Language (ASL) Courses

ASL 1014. American Sign Language - Basic I. (3-3) 4 Credit Hours. (TCCN = SGNL 1401)

Prerequisite: Consent of instructor. Opportunity to begin developing oral and written communication skills in the target language, along with enhanced comprehension skills in listening and reading. Linguistic and cultural immersion. May be repeated up to 8 semester credit hours. Generally offered: Fall. Course Fee: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $24.64.

ASL 1024. American Sign Language: Basic II. (3-3) 4 Credit Hours. (TCCN = SGNL 1402)

Prerequisite: ASL 1014 or instructor authorization. Continued study of American Sign Language, including sign language colloquialisms used in conversational signing. Expands students’ receptive and expressive ASL skills and provides a summary of the available information dealing with ASL grammatical structure and its sociolinguistic and pragmatic usage.

Chinese (CHN) Courses

CHN 1014. Elementary Chinese I. (3-3) 4 Credit Hours. (TCCN = CHIN 1411)

Fundamentals of Chinese offering the opportunity to develop basic listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills. Introduction of Chinese characters and Chinese culture. May be applied toward the Core Curriculum requirement in Language, Philosophy and Culture. Generally offered: Fall. Course Fees: LRC1 $16; LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $24.64; DL01 $100.

CHN 1024. Elementary Chinese II. (3-3) 4 Credit Hours. (TCCN = CHIN 1412)

Prerequisite: CHN 1014, an equivalent, an appropriate placement test score, or consent of instructor. Fundamentals of Chinese offering the opportunity to develop basic speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills. Further study of Chinese characters and Chinese culture. Generally offered: Spring. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $24.64; DL01 $100.

CHN 2013. Intermediate Chinese I. (3-1) 3 Credit Hours. (TCCN = CHIN 2311)

Prerequisite: CHN 1024, an equivalent, an appropriate placement test score, or consent of instructor. Continued opportunity to develop listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills through structural analysis of the Chinese language. Continued exposure to Chinese culture. Generally offered: Fall. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48; DL01 $75.

CHN 2023. Intermediate Chinese II. (3-1) 3 Credit Hours. (TCCN = CHIN 2312)

Prerequisite: CHN 2013, an equivalent, an appropriate placement test score, or consent of instructor. Continued opportunity to develop listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills through structural analysis of the Chinese language. Continued exposure to Chinese culture. Generally offered: Spring. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48; DL01 $75.

CHN 3023. Advanced Language Skills. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.

Prerequisite: CHN 2023, the equivalent, the appropriate placement test score, or consent of instructor. Offers the opportunity to develop advanced-level oral and written communication skills in the Chinese language, along with enhanced comprehension skills in listening and reading. May be repeated for credit when topics vary. Course Fee: LRLF $10.27; STLF $18.48; DL01 $75.

CHN 4213. Topics in Chinese Culture. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.

Prerequisite: CHN 2023, the equivalent, or consent of instructor. Selected topics in Chinese culture, such as festivals, marriage, medicine, tourism, religion, philosophy, cuisine, education, film, and art. May be repeated for credit when topics vary. Course Fees: MM01 $7; LRLF $10.27; STLF $18.48; DL01 $75.

Comparative Studies in the Humanities (CSH) Courses

CSH 1103. Literary Masterpieces of Western Culture I. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours. (TCCN = ENGL 2332)

Prerequisite: Student must be TSI complete in Reading. Representative masterworks of Western literature in translation. An examination of major texts from antiquity to the Renaissance that have shaped and expressed Western cultural traditions. Situation of literary works in the context of the development of civilization. May be applied toward the Core Curriculum requirement in Language, Philosophy and Culture. Generally offered: Fall. Course Fee: LRC1 $12; LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48.

CSH 1113. Literary Masterpieces of Western Culture II. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours. (TCCN = ENGL 2333)

Prerequisite: Student must be TSI complete in Reading. Representative masterworks of Western literature in translation. An examination of major texts from the Renaissance to the present that have shaped and expressed Western cultural traditions. Situation of literary works in the context of the development of civilization. May be applied toward the Core Curriculum requirement in Language, Philosophy and Culture. Course Fee: LRC1 $12; LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48.

CSH 1213. Topics in World Cultures. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours. (TCCN = HUMA 2323)

Introductory overview of a specific culture or cultural area as revealed through the diversity of its heritage. Includes topics such as Hispanic, Francophone, German, Slavic, Judaic, Latin, Oriental, or African culture. All readings are from English language or translated materials. May be repeated for credit when topics vary. May be applied toward the Core Curriculum requirement in Language, Philosophy and Culture. Generally offered: Spring, Summer. Generally Scheduled Location: Main Campus, Internet. Course Fee: DL01 $75; LRC1 $12; LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48.

CSH 2113. The Foreign Film. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.

An introduction to film as art and cultural expression. Emphasis on cinematic techniques, national traditions, genres, and the distinctive features of film as a humanistic medium. Films drawn from Latin America, Asia, Africa, and/or Europe. May be repeated for credit when topics vary. May be applied toward the Core Curriculum requirement in Language, Philosophy and Culture. Generally offered: Fall, Spring. Course Fees: LRC1 $12; LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48; DL01 $75.

CSH 3023. Studies in Comparative Literature. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.

Prerequisite: WRC 1023 or the equivalent. Comparative investigation of foreign literature. Topics may include study of a genre, period, or motif, or comparison of authors across different languages. All readings are in English translation. May be repeated for credit when topics vary. Generally offered: Fall. Course Fees: DL01 $75; LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48.

CSH 3613. Topics in World Cinema. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.

In-depth exploration of cinematic techniques, national traditions, genres, and the distinctive features of film as a humanistic medium. Films drawn from Latin America, Asia, Africa, and/or Europe. May be repeated for credit when topics vary. Course Fee: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48; DL01 $75.

CSH 3823. Advanced Topics in World Cultures. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.

Prerequisite: WRC 1023 or the equivalent. Comparative investigation of foreign cultures. Topics may include various combinations and aspects of Hispanic, Francophone, German, Slavic, Judaic, Latin, or Asian cultures. All readings are in English translation. May be repeated for credit when topics vary. Generally offered: Fall, Spring. Course Fee: DL01 $75; LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48.

CSH 4003. Colloquium in East Asian Culture. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.

Prerequisite: CHN 1024, JPN 1024, or KOR 1024, or consent of instructor. Offers the opportunity for further exploration and discussion of critical issues relating to East Asian culture, history, economy, and other selected topics. May be repeated once for credit when topics vary. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48; DL01 $75.

CSH 4153. Special Projects in East Asian Studies. (0-0) 3 Credit Hours.

Prerequisite: Permission of the Department Chair. Supervised experience in a professional/academic setting that provides the opportunity to integrate theory and practice in East Asian Studies. Study Abroad experience in one area of the East Asian Region may be substituted for the Special Projects course. May be repeated once for credit when topics vary. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48.

Foreign Languages (FL) Courses

FL 1034. Beginning Language Study Abroad. (0-0) 4 Credit Hours.

Prerequisite: Consent of instructor. Opportunity to begin developing oral and written communication skills in the target language, along with enhanced comprehension skills in listening and reading. Linguistic and cultural immersion. May be repeated up to 8 semester credit hours in each language. Generally offered: Spring. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $24.64.

FL 1038. Beginning Language Study Abroad. (0-0) 8 Credit Hours.

Prerequisite: Consent of instructor. Opportunity to begin developing oral and written communication skills in the target language, along with enhanced comprehension skills in listening and reading. Linguistic and cultural immersion. May be repeated up to 8 semester credit hours in each language. Course Fee: Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $49.28.

FL 1044. Individualized Instruction in Basic Language. (0-0) 4 Credit Hours.

Prerequisite: Consent of instructor. Opportunity to develop basic oral and written communication skills in the target language, along with enhanced comprehension skills in listening and reading. Generally restricted to special projects or languages not regularly offered as organized classes. May be repeated up to 8 semester credit hours in each language. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $24.64.

FL 2033. Intermediate Language Study Abroad. (0-0) 3 Credit Hours.

Prerequisites: Consent of instructor and 1008, 1024, or the equivalent in the selected foreign language. Opportunity to develop intermediate-level oral and written communication skills in the target language, along with increased comprehension skills in listening and reading. Linguistic and cultural immersion. May be repeated up to 6 semester credit hours in each language. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48.

FL 2036. Intermediate Language Study Abroad. (0-0) 6 Credit Hours.

Prerequisites: Consent of instructor and 1008, 1024, or the equivalent in the selected foreign language. Opportunity to develop intermediate-level oral and written communication skills in the target language, along with increased comprehension skills in listening and reading. Linguistic and cultural immersion. May be repeated up to 6 semester credit hours in each language. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $36.96.

FL 2043. Individualized Instruction in Intermediate-Level Language. (0-0) 3 Credit Hours.

Prerequisites: Consent of instructor and 1008, 1024, or the equivalent in the selected foreign language. Opportunity to develop intermediate-level oral and written communication skills in the target language, along with increased comprehension skills in listening and reading. Generally restricted to special projects or languages not regularly offered as organized classes. May be repeated up to 6 semester credit hours in each language. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48.

FL 3033. Advanced Language Study Abroad. (0-0) 3 Credit Hours.

Prerequisites: Consent of instructor and 2006, 2023, or the equivalent in the selected foreign language. Opportunity to develop advanced-level oral and written communication skills in the target language, along with enhanced comprehension skills in listening and reading. Linguistic and cultural immersion. May be repeated up to 6 semester credit hours in each language. Generally offered: Summer. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48.

FL 3036. Advanced Language Study Abroad. (0-0) 6 Credit Hours.

Prerequisites: Consent of instructor and 2006, 2023, or the equivalent in the selected foreign language. Opportunity to develop advanced-level oral and written communication skills in the target language, along with enhanced comprehension skills in listening and reading. Linguistic and cultural immersion. May be repeated up to 6 semester credit hours in each language. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $36.96.

FL 3043. Individualized Instruction in Advanced-Level Language. (0-0) 3 Credit Hours.

Prerequisites: Consent of instructor and 2006, 2023, or the equivalent in the selected foreign language. Opportunity to develop advanced-level oral and written communication skills in the target language, along with enhanced comprehension skills in listening and reading. Generally restricted to special projects or languages not regularly offered as organized classes. May be repeated up to 6 semester credit hours in each language. Generally offered: Summer. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48.

FL 3101. Languages Across the Curriculum. (0-0) 1 Credit Hour.

Prerequisite: Consent of instructor. Online add-on course offering a concurrent language component for courses in other disciplines, such as art, anthropology, history, humanities, music and political science. May be repeated for credit when topics vary. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $6.16.

FL 3103. Languages for Reading Knowledge. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.

Prerequisite: First two semesters of language or equivalent, or instructor permission. For students desiring reading knowledge of a language. May be repeated if language differs. Course Fee: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48.

FL 4933. Internship. (0-0) 3 Credit Hours.

Prerequisite: Permission of Department Chair. Supervised experience in a setting that provides the opportunity to integrate theory and practice in language usage. May be repeated once for credit. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48.

FL 4953. Special Projects. (0-0) 3 Credit Hours.

Prerequisite: Permission of Department Chair. Opportunity to apply advanced-level oral and written language skills in a research project. This course is especially designed as the Signature Experience for language majors. May be repeated up to 6 semester credit hours in each language. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48.

FL 4993. Honors Research. (0-0) 3 Credit Hours.

Prerequisite: Consent of the undergraduate advisor. Supervised research and preparation of an honors thesis. May be repeated once for credit, with approval. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48.

French (FRN) Courses

FRN 1014. Elementary French I. (3-3) 4 Credit Hours. (TCCN = FREN 1411)

Fundamentals of French offering the opportunity to develop listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills. Emphasis on listening and speaking. Introduction to French culture. May be applied toward the Core Curriculum requirement in Language, Philosophy and Culture. Generally offered: Fall. Course Fees: LRC1 $16; LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $24.64; DL01 $100.

FRN 1024. Elementary French II. (3-3) 4 Credit Hours. (TCCN = FREN 1412)

Prerequisite: FRN 1014, the equivalent, an appropriate placement test score, or consent of instructor. Fundamentals of French offering the opportunity to develop listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills. Further study of French culture. Generally offered: Spring. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $24.64; DL01 $100.

FRN 2013. Intermediate French I. (3-1) 3 Credit Hours. (TCCN = FREN 2311)

Prerequisite: FRN 1024, the equivalent, an appropriate placement test score, or consent of instructor. Continued opportunity to develop listening, reading, speaking, and writing skills. Grammar review and further study of French culture. Generally offered: Fall. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48.

FRN 2023. Intermediate French II. (3-1) 3 Credit Hours. (TCCN = FREN 2312)

Prerequisite: FRN 2013, the equivalent, an appropriate placement test score, or consent of instructor. Continued opportunity to develop listening, reading, speaking, and writing skills. Grammar review and further study of French culture. Generally offered: Spring. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48.

FRN 2333. French Literature in English Translation. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.

Major works of French literature across time, genres, and movements. May be applied toward the Core Curriculum requirement in Language, Philosophy and Culture. Student must be TSI complete in Reading. (Formerly FRN 3333. Credit cannot be earned for both FRN 2333 and FRN 3333.) Course Fee: LRC1 $12; LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48.

FRN 3023. Advanced Language Skills. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.

Prerequisite: FRN 2023 or consent of instructor. Development of oral and written language skills using contemporary readings, media, and oral discourse. Emphasis on increasing fluency through vocabulary expansion activities and selective grammar review. May be repeated for credit when topics vary. Generally offered: Spring. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48.

FRN 3413. Survey of French Literature and Culture. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.

Prerequisite: FRN 2023 or consent of instructor. Selections from French literature and culture studied as reflections and interpretations of central movements in French cultural history. Introduction to concepts of style, genre, and period. May be repeated for credit when topics vary. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48.

FRN 4003. Topics in French Literature. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.

Prerequisite: FRN 2023 or consent of instructor. Focus on a specific area of French literature, from the medieval period through the 21st century. Selected texts are studied as examples of representative movements, genres, or authors in French literary history. May be repeated for credit when topics vary. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48.

FRN 4213. Topics in French Culture and Linguistics. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.

Prerequisite: FRN 2023 or consent of instructor. Selected topics of cultural history or linguistics from medieval period through the 21st century. May be repeated for credit when topics vary. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48.

FRN 4913. Independent Study. (0-0) 3 Credit Hours.

Prerequisites: Permission in writing (form available) from the instructor, the student’s advisor, the Department Chair, and the Dean of the College in which the course is offered. Independent reading, research, discussion, and/or writing under the direction of a faculty member. May be repeated for credit, but not more than 6 semester credit hours of independent study, regardless of discipline, will apply to a bachelor’s degree. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; STLF $18.48.

FRN 4933. Internship in French. (0-0) 3 Credit Hours.

Prerequisite: Permission of Department Chair. Supervised experience in a setting that provides the opportunity to integrate theory and practice in language usage. May be repeated once for credit. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; STLF $18.48.

FRN 4953. Special Studies in French. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.

Prerequisite: Consent of instructor. An organized course offering the opportunity for specialized study not normally or not often available as part of the regular course offerings. Special Studies may be repeated for credit when topics vary, but not more than 6 semester credit hours, regardless of discipline, will apply to a bachelor’s degree. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48.

FRN 4993. Honors Research. (0-0) 3 Credit Hours.

Prerequisite: Consent of the undergraduate advisor. Supervised research and preparation of an honors thesis. May be repeated once for credit, with approval. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; STLF $18.48.

German (GER) Courses

GER 1014. Elementary German I. (3-3) 4 Credit Hours. (TCCN = GERM 1411)

Fundamentals of German offering the opportunity to develop listening, reading, speaking, and writing skills. Introduction to German culture. May be applied toward the Core Curriculum requirement in Language, Philosophy and Culture. Generally offered: Fall. Course Fees: LRC1 $16; LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $24.64; DL01 $100.

GER 1024. Elementary German II. (3-3) 4 Credit Hours. (TCCN = GERM 1412)

Prerequisite: GER 1014, the equivalent, an appropriate placement test score, or consent of instructor. Fundamentals of German offering the opportunity to further develop abilities in listening, reading, speaking, and writing skills. Further exposure to German culture. Generally offered: Spring. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $24.64; DL01 $100.

GER 2013. Intermediate German I. (3-1) 3 Credit Hours. (TCCN = GERM 2311)

Prerequisite: GER 1024, the equivalent, an appropriate placement test score, or consent of instructor. Continued opportunity to develop listening, reading, speaking, and writing skills. Continued exposure to German culture. Generally offered: Fall. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48; DL01 $75.

GER 2023. Intermediate German II. (3-1) 3 Credit Hours. (TCCN = GERM 2312)

Prerequisite: GER 2013, the equivalent, an appropriate placement test score, or consent of instructor. Continued opportunity to develop listening, reading, speaking, and writing skills. Continued exposure to German culture. Generally offered: Spring. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48; DL01 $75.

GER 2333. German Literature in English Translation. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.

Major works of German literature across time, genres, and movements. May be applied toward the Core Curriculum requirement in Language, Philosophy and Culture. Student must be TSI complete in Reading. (Formerly GER 3333. Credit cannot be earned for both GER 2333 and GER 3333.) Course Fee: LRC1 $12; LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48.

GER 3023. Advanced Language Skills. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.

Prerequisite: GER 2023 or consent of instructor. Development of oral and written language skills using contemporary readings, media, and oral discourse. Emphasis on increasing fluency through vocabulary expansion activities and selective grammar review. May be repeated for credit when topics vary. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48; DL01 $75.

GER 3413. Survey of German Literature and Culture. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.

Prerequisite: GER 2023 or consent of instructor. Selected works from the medieval period to the 21st century are studied as examples of central movements in German culture and literary history. The course presents the shape of German civilization, emphasizing the major periods, styles, movements, and generations. May be repeated for credit when topics vary. Course Fee: DL01 $75; LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48.

GER 4003. Topics in German Literature. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.

Prerequisite: GER 2023 or consent of instructor. Focus on a specific area of German literature, from the medieval period through the 21st century. Selected texts are studied as examples of representative movements, genres, or authors in German literary history. May be repeated for credit when topics vary. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48.

GER 4213. Topics in German Culture and Linguistics. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.

Prerequisite: GER 2023 or consent of instructor. Focuses on selected topics of cultural history, such as Vienna 1890–1914, Expressionism, contemporary cultural/political developments, or on a linguistic topic. May be repeated for credit when topics vary. Course Fees: DL01 $75; LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48.

GER 4913. Independent Study. (0-0) 3 Credit Hours.

Prerequisites: Permission in writing (form available) from the instructor, the student’s advisor, the Department Chair, and the Dean of the College in which the course is offered. Independent reading, research, discussion, and/or writing under the direction of a faculty member. May be repeated for credit, but not more than 6 semester credit hours of independent study, regardless of discipline, will apply to a bachelor’s degree. Course Fee: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48.

GER 4933. Internship in German. (0-0) 3 Credit Hours.

Prerequisite: Permission of Department Chair. Supervised experience in a setting that provides the opportunity to integrate theory and practice in language usage. May be repeated once for credit. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48.

GER 4953. Special Studies in German. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.

Prerequisite: Consent of instructor. An organized course offering the opportunity for specialized study not normally or not often available as part of the regular course offerings. Special Studies may be repeated for credit when the topics vary, but not more than 6 semester credit hours, regardless of discipline, will apply to a bachelor’s degree. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48.

Italian (ITL) Courses

ITL 1014. Elementary Italian I. (3-3) 4 Credit Hours. (TCCN = ITAL 1411)

Fundamentals of Italian offering the opportunity to develop listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills. Introduction to Italian culture. May be applied toward the Core Curriculum requirement in Language, Philosophy and Culture. Generally offered: Fall. Course Fees: LRC1 $16; LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $24.64; DL01 $100.

ITL 1024. Elementary Italian II. (3-3) 4 Credit Hours. (TCCN = ITAL 1412)

Prerequisite: ITL 1014, the equivalent, an appropriate placement test score, or consent of instructor. Fundamentals of Italian offering the opportunity to develop listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills. Further study of Italian culture. Generally offered: Spring. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $24.64; DL01 $100.

ITL 2013. Intermediate Italian I. (3-1) 3 Credit Hours. (TCCN = ITAL 2311)

Prerequisite: ITL 1024, the equivalent, an appropriate placement test score, or consent of instructor. Continued practice in developing listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills. Grammar and further study of Italian culture. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48; DL01 $75.

ITL 2023. Intermediate Italian II. (3-1) 3 Credit Hours. (TCCN = ITAL 2312)

Prerequisite: ITL 2013, the equivalent, an appropriate placement test score, or consent of instructor. Continued practice in developing listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills. Grammar review and further study of Italian culture. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48; DL01 $75.

ITL 2333. Italian Literature in English Translation. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.

Major works of Italian literature across time, genres, and movements. May be applied toward the Core Curriculum requirement in Language, Philosophy and Culture. Student must be TSI complete in Reading. (Formerly ITL 3333. Credit cannot be earned for both ITL 2333 and ITL 3333.) Course Fee: LRC1 $12; LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48.

ITL 3023. Advanced Language Skills. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.

Prerequisite: ITL 2023, the equivalent, the appropriate placement test score, or consent of instructor. Offers the opportunity to develop advanced-level oral and written communication skills in the Italian language, along with enhanced comprehension skills in listening and reading. May be repeated for credit when topics vary. Course Fee: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48; DL01 $75.

ITL 4213. Topics in Italian Culture. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.

Prerequisite: ITL 2023, the equivalent, or consent of instructor. Selected topics in Italian culture, such as such as literature, fine arts, politics (current E.U.-Italian relationships), or cinema. May be repeated for credit when topics vary. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48.

Japanese (JPN) Courses

JPN 1014. Elementary Japanese I. (3-3) 4 Credit Hours. (TCCN = JAPN 1411)

Fundamentals of Japanese offering the opportunity to develop basic speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills. Read and write Hiragana and Katakana. Introduction of Kanji and Japanese culture. May be applied toward the Core Curriculum requirement in Language, Philosophy and Culture. Generally offered: Fall. Course Fees: LRC1 $16; LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $24.64.

JPN 1024. Elementary Japanese II. (3-3) 4 Credit Hours. (TCCN = JAPN 1412)

Prerequisite: JPN 1014, the equivalent, the appropriate placement test score, or consent of instructor. Fundamentals of Japanese offering the opportunity to develop basic speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills. Further study of Japanese culture and Kanji. Generally offered: Spring. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $24.64.

JPN 2013. Intermediate Japanese I. (3-1) 3 Credit Hours. (TCCN = JAPN 2311)

Prerequisite: JPN 1024, the equivalent, the appropriate placement test score, or consent of instructor. Continued opportunity to develop listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills through structural analysis of the Japanese language. Further study of Japanese culture and Kanji. Generally offered: Fall. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48.

JPN 2023. Intermediate Japanese II. (3-1) 3 Credit Hours. (TCCN = JAPN 2312)

Prerequisite: JPN 2013, the equivalent, the appropriate placement test score, or consent of instructor. Continued opportunity to develop listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills through structural analysis of the Japanese language. Further study of Japanese culture and Kanji. Generally offered: Spring. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48; DL01 $75.

JPN 3023. Advanced Language Skills. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.

Prerequisite: JPN 2023, the equivalent, the appropriate placement test score, or consent of instructor. Offers the opportunity to develop advanced-level oral and written communication skills in the Japanese language, along with enhanced comprehension skills in listening and reading. May be repeated for credit when topics vary. Generally offered: Fall, Spring. Course Fee: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48.

JPN 3053. Business Japanese. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.

Prerequisite: JPN 2023, the equivalent, the appropriate placement test score, or consent of instructor. Offers the opportunity to develop speaking, reading, and writing skills in business fields. Emphasis on Japanese business manners and business terminology. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48.

JPN 4213. Topics in Japanese Culture. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.

Prerequisite: JPN 2023, the equivalent, the appropriate placement test score, or consent of instructor. Selected topics of Japanese culture, such as Modernization, Westernization, current issues in U.S.-Japan relationships, contemporary cultural developments, or a linguistic topic. May be repeated for credit when topics vary. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48.

Korean (KOR) Courses

KOR 1014. Elementary Korean I. (3-3) 4 Credit Hours. (TCCN = KORE 1411)

Fundamentals of Korean offering the opportunity to develop basic listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills. Introduction of Korean characters and Korean culture. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $24.64.

KOR 1024. Elementary Korean II. (3-3) 4 Credit Hours. (TCCN = KORE 1412)

Prerequisite: KOR 1014, an equivalent, an appropriate placement test score, or consent of instructor. Fundamentals of Korean offering the opportunity to develop basic speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills. Further study of Korean characters and Korean culture. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $24.64.

KOR 2013. Intermediate Korean I. (3-1) 3 Credit Hours. (TCCN = KORE 2311)

Prerequisite: KOR 1024, the equivalent, the appropriate placement test score, or consent of instructor. Continued opportunity to develop listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills through structural analysis of the Korean language. Further study of Korean culture. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48.

KOR 2023. Intermediate Korean II. (3-1) 3 Credit Hours. (TCCN = KORE 2312)

Prerequisite: KOR 2013, the equivalent, the appropriate placement test score, or consent of instructor. Continued opportunity to develop listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills through structural analysis of the Korean language. Further study of Korean culture. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48.

KOR 3023. Advanced Language Skills. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.

Prerequisite: KOR 2023, the equivalent, the appropriate placement test score, or consent of instructor. Offers the opportunity to develop advanced-level oral and written communication skills in the Korean language, along with enhanced comprehension skills in listening and reading. May be repeated for credit when topics vary. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48.

KOR 4213. Topics in Korean Culture. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.

Prerequisite: KOR 2023, the equivalent, or consent of instructor. Selected topics in Korean culture, such as history, democracy, current social issues, pop culture, or contemporary cultural developments. May be repeated for credit when topics vary. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48; DL01 $75.

Linguistics (LNG) Courses

LNG 3813. Introduction to Linguistics. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.

Basic principles of analysis and description of the structure of language, including sound system, word order, and meaning. Also, overview of selected subfields of linguistics, such as historical linguistics, sociolinguistics, language acquisition, and bilingualism. (Same as ANT 3903 and ENG 3343. Credit cannot be earned for more than one of these courses.) Generally offered: Fall, Spring. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48; DL01 $75.

LNG 3833. Sociolinguistics. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.

The examination of the interrelationships among language, culture, and society. Topics may include language use in social context, language variation and change, maintenance and shift, and multilingual societies. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48.

LNG 3873. Forensic Linguistics. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.

This course examines how the analysis and manipulation of language is used to commit, solve, and prevent crimes. Students will explore case studies from law enforcement and counter-terrorism dealing with coerced confessions, the determination of authorship, and the manipulation of suspects under interrogation, among others. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48.

LNG 4013. Topics in Linguistics. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.

Prerequisite: One course in LNG or consent of instructor. An opportunity to explore linguistic topics in depth, including sociolinguistics, psycholinguistics, neurolinguistics, pragmatics, syntax, semantics, phonology, or phonetics. May be repeated for credit when topics vary. (Formerly LNG 3913. Credit cannot be earned for both LNG 4013 and LNG 3913.) Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48.

LNG 4913. Independent Study. (0-0) 3 Credit Hours.

Prerequisite: Permission in writing (form available) from the instructor, the student's advisor, the Department Chair, and the Dean of the College in which the course is offered. Independent reading, research, discussion, and/or writing under the direction of a faculty member. May be repeated for credit, but not more than 6 semester credit hours of independent study, regardless of discipline, will apply to a bachelor's degree. Course Fee: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48.

LNG 4973. Seminar for Linguistics Majors. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.

Prerequisite: 12 upper-division semester credit hours in Linguistics. This undergraduate seminar serves as a capstone for LNG majors and offers students the opportunity to carry out community-based or global-based research. Also open to non-majors, with instructor’s approval. Content varies with each instructor. May be repeated once for credit when topics vary. Generally offered once a year, either Fall or Spring. Course Fee: LRLF $10.27; STLF $18.48; DL01 $75.

Russian (RUS) Courses

RUS 1014. Elementary Russian I. (3-3) 4 Credit Hours. (TCCN = RUSS 1411)

Fundamentals of Russian offering the opportunity to develop speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills. Introduction to Russian culture. May be applied toward the Core Curriculum requirement in Language, Philosophy and Culture. Generally offered: Fall. Course Fees: LRC1 $16; LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $24.64; DL01 $100.

RUS 1024. Elementary Russian II. (3-3) 4 Credit Hours. (TCCN = RUSS 1412)

Prerequisite: RUS 1014, the equivalent, an appropriate placement test score, or consent of instructor. Fundamentals of Russian offering the opportunity to further develop speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills. Further exposure to Russian culture. Generally offered: Spring. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $24.64; DL01 $100.

RUS 2013. Intermediate Russian I. (3-1) 3 Credit Hours. (TCCN = RUSS 2311)

Prerequisite: RUS 1024, the equivalent, an appropriate placement test score, or consent of instructor. Continued opportunity to develop listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills. Continued exposure to Russian culture. Generally offered: Fall. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48; DL01 $75.

RUS 2023. Intermediate Russian II. (3-1) 3 Credit Hours. (TCCN = RUSS 2312)

Prerequisite: RUS 2013, the equivalent, an appropriate placement test score, or consent of instructor. Continued opportunity to develop listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills. Continued exposure to Russian culture. Generally offered: Spring. Course Fee: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48; DL01 $75.

RUS 2333. Russian Literature in English Translation. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.

Major works of Russian literature across time, genres, and movements. May be applied toward the Core Curriculum requirement in Language, Philosophy and Culture. Student must be TSI complete in Reading. (Formerly RUS 3333. Credit cannot be earned for both RUS 2333 and RUS 3333.) Course Fee: LRC1 $12; LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48.

RUS 3033. Oral Communication Skills. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.

Prerequisite: RUS 2013 or the equivalent. Further development of speaking skills in a variety of contexts. May be repeated once for credit when topics vary. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48; DL01 $75.

RUS 3143. Structure of Russian Language. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.

Prerequisite: RUS 2013 or the equivalent. Extensive grammar review. Further development of speaking and writing skills through activities directed at the intermediate-high and advanced levels. Considerations of differences between written and spoken language. May be repeated once for credit when topics vary. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48; DL01 $75.

RUS 3213. Advanced Russian. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.

Prerequisite: RUS 2023 or the equivalent. Opportunity to develop advanced-level oral and written communication skills in the Russian language, along with enhanced comprehension skills in listening and reading. May be repeated for credit when topics vary. Course Fee: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48; DL01 $75.

RUS 4213. Topics in Russian Culture. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.

Prerequisite: RUS 2013 or the equivalent. Further development of proficiency by content-based instruction. Topics may include geopolitics, traditions, history, music, literature, art, or film. May be repeated for credit when topics vary. (Formerly RUS 3633). Generally offered: Spring. Course Fee: DL01 $75; LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48.

Spanish (SPN) Courses

SPN 1014. Elementary Spanish I. (3-3) 4 Credit Hours. (TCCN = SPAN 1411)

Fundamentals of Spanish, offering the opportunity to develop listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills. Emphasis on listening and speaking. Introduction to Hispanic culture. May be applied toward the Core Curriculum requirement in Language, Philosophy and Culture. Generally offered: Fall, Spring, Summer. Generally Scheduled Location: Main Campus, Online/Internet. Course Fee: DL01 $100; LRC1 $16; LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $24.64.

SPN 1024. Elementary Spanish II. (3-3) 4 Credit Hours. (TCCN = SPAN 1412)

Prerequisite: SPN 1014, the equivalent, or an appropriate placement test score. Fundamentals of Spanish offering the opportunity to develop listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills. Emphasis on listening and speaking. Further study of Hispanic culture. Generally offered: Fall, Spring, Summer. Generally Scheduled Location: Main Campus, Online/Internet. Course Fee: DL01 $100; LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $24.64.

SPN 1034. Spanish for Heritage Learners I. (3-3) 4 Credit Hours. (TCCN = SPAN 2313)

Prerequisite: SPN 1014, placement test, or instructor approval. This course expands students' written and oral abilities for real-world communication. Students work collaboratively on oral history and digital projects that engage with local, national, and global Spanish varieties. (Formerly SPN 1033. Credit cannot be earned for both SPN 1033 and SPN 1034.). Course fee: MM01 $7; LRLF $10.27; STLF $18.48; DL01 $75.

SPN 2013. Intermediate Spanish I. (3-1) 3 Credit Hours. (TCCN = SPAN 2311)

Prerequisite: SPN 1024, the equivalent, or an appropriate placement test score. Continued opportunity to develop listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills. Grammar and further study of Hispanic culture. Generally offered: Fall, Spring, Summer. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48; DL01 $75.

SPN 2023. Intermediate Spanish II. (3-1) 3 Credit Hours. (TCCN = SPAN 2312)

Prerequisite: SPN 2013, the equivalent, or an appropriate placement test score. Continued opportunity to develop listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills. Grammar review and further study of Hispanic culture. Generally offered: Fall, Spring, Summer. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48; DL01 $75.

SPN 2033. Spanish for Heritage Learners II. (3-1) 3 Credit Hours. (TCCN = SPAN 2315)

Prerequisite: SPN 1033, placement test, or consent of instructor. Expanding learners’ literacy skills. Exploration of interdisciplinary topics from local, regional, national, and transnational cultural, historical, and social contexts. Topics include an introduction to Latine/x literature and art, borderlands cultural heritage, language and politics, and Spanish in the US Archives. Course Fee: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48; DL01 $75.

SPN 2333. Hispanic Literature in English Translation. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.

Prerequisite: WRC 1013 or the equivalent. Major works in Hispanic literatures: themes, genres, and movements. May be applied toward the Core Curriculum requirement in Language, Philosophy and Culture. (Formerly SPN 3333. Credit cannot be earned for both SPN 2333 and SPN 3333.) Generally offered: Fall. Course Fees: DL01 $75; LRC1 $12; LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48.

SPN 3003. Oral and Written Expression. (3-1) 3 Credit Hours.

Prerequisite: SPN 2023, the equivalent, or an appropriate placement test score; if placement is at a higher level, a Spanish elective may be substituted for the minor. Conversation, reading, and grammar review toward building literacy skills. Opportunities for composition and oral communication for a variety of situations and topics. (Formerly SPN 2103. Credit cannot be earned for both SPN 3003 and SPN 2103.) Generally offered: Fall, Spring. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48; DL01 $75.

SPN 3013. Spanish Phonetics and Phonology. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.

Prerequisite: SPN 2023 or SPN 3003, the equivalent, or consent of instructor. Offers the opportunity for study of the sound system of Latin-American Spanish. Activities may include pronunciation exercises, exercises in sound discrimination and transcription, and articulatory description of various dialects of Spanish. Generally offered: Fall. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48; DL01 $75.

SPN 3033. Oral Communication Skills. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.

Prerequisite: SPN 2023 or SPN 3003, the equivalent, or consent of instructor. Opportunity for development of speaking skills in a formal register through activities directed at vocabulary building, grammatical accuracy, and aural/written comprehension. Generally offered: Fall, Spring, Summer. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48.

SPN 3043. Cultures, Arts, Languages of Spanish-speaking World. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.

Prerequisite: SPN 2023, SPN 2033, or SPN 3003 or the equivalent, or consent of instructor. Introduction to the rich cultural, artistic, and linguistic heritage of Spain, Latin America, and Spanish-language borderlands. Use of analytical terminology, advanced vocabulary building, and further development of reading, writing, and speaking skills. (Formerly titled "Introduction to Literature"). Course Fee: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48; DL01 $75.

SPN 3053. Spanish for Healthcare Professionals I. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.

Prerequisite: SPN 2023 or SPN 3003, the equivalent, or consent of instructor. This course will empower students to interact with Spanish-speaking patients in clinical settings. Students will learn to navigate patient histories and interviews, examinations, diagnostic procedures, patient education, common diagnoses, informed consent, treatment plans, etc. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48.

SPN 3063. Language and Writing. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.

Prerequisite: SPN 2023, SPN 2033, or SPN 3003, or the equivalent, or consent of the instructor. An extensive review of fundamental grammar with vocabulary building. Development of writing skills and style through activities directed at the Advanced level on the ACTFL-ETS proficiency scale with particular attention to developing skills of Spanish Heritage Learners. Consideration of usage and differences between written and spoken language. Course Fee: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48; DL01 $75.

SPN 3083. Creative Writing in Spanish. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.

Prerequisite: SPN 3043, SPN 3063, or consent of instructor. Intensive practice and development of techniques in the creative writing of a variety of literary genres. Course Fee: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48; DL01 $75.

SPN 3093. Language and Culture in Multilingual Contexts. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.

Prerequisite: SPN 2033 recommended. Study of the Spanish language in contact with other languages across the globe. Emphasizes writing and research skills, including multilingual research projects on questions of community identity, language, culture, history, and professions. Course Fee: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48; DL01 $75.

SPN 3103. Spanish for Reading Knowledge. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.

Prerequisite: SPN 1024 or equivalent, or consent of instructor. For non-Spanish majors and minors who desire to develop reading knowledge of Spanish. Course Fee: LRLF $10.27; STLF $18.48; MM01 $7.

SPN 3113. Linguistic Structures of Spanish. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.

Prerequisite: SPN 3063, the equivalent, or consent of instructor. Offers the opportunity for the application of the basic principles of analysis and description of language structure to Spanish. Attention given to structural regularities at the levels of word formation, syntax, and semantics of formal Spanish, recognizing variability in spoken registers. Generally offered: Spring. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48; DL01 $75.

SPN 3163. Oral and Written Expression for the Professions. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.

Prerequisite: SPN 3063. Composition and oral communication for a variety of professional settings. Course Fee: LRLF $10.27; DL01 $75; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48.

SPN 3173. Multilingual Digital Worlds. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.

Prerequisite: SPN 2033. Methodologies and practices to analyze analog and digital material and archives that center Spanish language and literature in the Americas from the 1800s to the present. Course Fee: LRLF $10.27; DL01 $75; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48.

SPN 3213. Applied Language Study for Professional Contexts. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.

Emphasizes effective and appropriate communication in specific professional environments. May be repeated for credit when topics vary. Course Fee: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48.

SPN 3233. Border and US Latina/o/x Cultures and Literatures in Spanish. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.

Prerequisite: SPN 2033 or consent of instructor. Study of periods, movements, themes, styles, authors, and literary works from the colonial period to the present of the U.S.-Mexico border and Latines in the United States through social, historical, literary topics and interdisciplinary theoretical frameworks. Course Fee: DL01 $75; LRLF $10.27; STLF $18.48; MM01 $7.

SPN 3433. Literatures of the Spanish-speaking World. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.

Prerequisite: SPN 3043. Study of literature from across the Spanish-speaking world. Practice in critical analysis through papers, presentations, and examinations. Course Fee: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48; DL01 $75.

SPN 3533. Film of the Spanish-speaking World. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.

Prerequisite: SPN 3043 or consent of instructor. Study of film and other audiovisual mass media from across the Spanish-speaking world. Practice in critical analysis through papers, presentations, and examinations. Course Fee: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48; DL01 $75.

SPN 3633. Cultures of the Spanish-speaking World. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.

Prerequisite: SPN 3043 or consent of instructor. Study of the social, political, and cultural experience of the Spanish-speaking world, especially as reflected in its history, literature, and arts. Course Fee: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48; DL01 $75.

SPN 4003. Advanced Language Skills. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.

Prerequisite: SPN 3043, SPN 3063, or consent of instructor. Development of advanced skills in formal Spanish, including such areas as grammar, composition, oratory, creative writing, Spanish/English translation, and other practical applications of language study. May be repeated for credit when topics vary. Generally offered: Fall, Spring, Summer. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48.

SPN 4053. Spanish for Healthcare Professionals II. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.

Prerequisite: SPN 3053 and either SPN 3043 or SPN 3063. This course introduces students to the practice of interviewing for health and human services in Spanish. The course analyzes the theoretical, ethical, and sociological dimensions of medical and motivational interviewing in the context of the Spanish-speaking population in the United States while developing terminology appropriate for health care. Course Fee: LRLF $10.27; STLF $18.48; LFPE $60.

SPN 4113. Topics in Spanish Linguistics. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.

Prerequisite: SPN 3113 or consent of instructor. Advanced study and applications of topics in Spanish linguistics. May include one or more of the following: phonology, morphology, syntax, semantics, dialectology, language variability, and history of Spanish. May be repeated for credit when topics vary. This course fulfills the College of Liberal and Fine Arts Signature Experience. Generally offered: Fall, Spring. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48; DL01 $75.

SPN 4123. The Spanish of the United States. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.

Prerequisite: SPN 3013, SPN 3113, or consent of instructor. The analysis of the Spanish language as used by native or heritage speakers in the United States, from a linguistic, pragmatic and sociolinguistic perspective. Particular attention given to the Spanish spoken in Texas. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48.

SPN 4133. Illness Narratives of Latin America. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.

Prerequisite: SPN 3043, or consent of instructor. Approaches to reading and analysis of Latin American illness narratives (autobiographies, chronicles, and fiction) as means of political and social protest and as processes of healing and resistance. Course Fee: LRLF $10.27; DL01 $75; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48.

SPN 4153. Community Service-Learning for Spanish Learners. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.

Prerequisite: SPN 3063. Collaboration with local businesses, non-profit organizations, and/or cultural and historical centers on hands-on, project-based, and community-oriented work. Course Fee: STLF $18.48; LRLF $10.27; LB01 $5.

SPN 4163. Sociolinguistics and Latino Health. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.

Prerequisite: SPN 3043, SPN 3063, or SPN 3053. Examines the relationship between language, culture, and healthcare among Latinos in the US. Offers students a broad understanding of the health conditions affecting Latinos in the US, sociolinguistic awareness, and a comprehensive understanding of the language issues and policy measures that intersect with these conditions. Course Fee: LRLF $10.27; STLF $18.48.

SPN 4183. Multilingual Digital Storytelling. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.

Praxis and methods of multilingual digital storytelling through a variety of mediums and tools. Evaluation of various digital media such as podcasts, digital archives, digital mapping, text analysis, data visualizations, and multimodal texts. Course Fee: LRLF $10.27; DL01 $75; STLF $18.48.

SPN 4203. Topics in Hispanic Literatures. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.

Prerequisite: SPN 3043, an upper-division course in literature taught in Spanish or consent of instructor. An intensive study of an area of Spanish or Spanish American literatures. May be repeated for credit when topics vary. This course fulfills the College of Liberal and Fine Arts Signature Experience. Generally offered: Fall, Spring. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48; DL01 $75.

SPN 4303. Topics in Hispanic Cultures. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.

Prerequisite: SPN 3043, an upper-division course in literature or culture taught in Spanish, or consent of instructor. An intensive study of an area of Hispanic cultures. May be repeated for credit when topics vary. This course fulfills the College of Liberal and Fine Arts Signature Experience. Generally offered: Fall, Spring, Summer. Course Fees: DL01 $75; LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48.

SPN 4393. Creative Writing: Poetry. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.

Prerequisite: SPN 3083 or consent of Instructor. Intensive practice and development of techniques in the composition of poetry. Course Fee: STLF $18.48; LRLF $10.27; LB01 $5.

SPN 4403. Topics in Creative Writing. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.

Prerequisite: SPN 3083 or consent of Instructor. Creative writing workshop in specialized area or genre. May be repeated for credit when topics vary. Course Fee: LB01 $5; LRLF $10.27; STLF $18.48.

SPN 4413. Creative Writing: Fiction. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.

Prerequisite: SPN 3083, or consent of instructor. Intensive practice and development of techniques in the composition of fiction. Course Fee: LB01 $5; LRLF $10.27; STLF $18.48.

SPN 4503. Topics in Spanish as a Heritage Language. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.

Prerequisite: SPN 3063, or consent of instructor. Study of theories, methodologies, and pedagogies of Spanish as a Heritage Language. The social and historical context of Spanish in the United States. Course Fee: LB01 $5; LRLF $10.27; STLF $18.48.

SPN 4603. Topics in Borderlands Cultures and Literatures. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.

Prerequisite: SPN 3233 or consent of instructor. Study of specialized topics regarding Spanish language-based cultures and literatures of borderlands, including Spanish in the United States. Course Fee: LRLF $10.27; STLF $18.48; MM01 $7.

SPN 4703. Topics in Hispanic-Latin American-Latina/o/x-Borderlands Digital Humanities. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.

Prerequisite: SPN 4183 (or SPN 3133 in previous catalogs). Special topics courses of a thematic topic or issue in the digital humanities focused on the Indigenous, Hispanic, Latin American, Latinx, Caribbean, Borderlands Digital Humanities subfields. Course Fee: DL01 $75; LRLF $10.27; STLF $18.48.

SPN 4913. Independent Study. (0-0) 3 Credit Hours.

Prerequisites: Permission in writing (form available) from the instructor, the student’s advisor, the Department Chair, and Dean of the College in which the course is offered. Independent reading, research, discussion, and/or writing under the direction of a faculty member. May be repeated for credit, but not more than 6 semester credit hours of independent study, regardless of discipline, will apply to a bachelor’s degree. No more than 6 semester credit hours of SPN 4913 and/or SPN 4993 may be applied to the major in Spanish. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48.

SPN 4933. Internship in Spanish. (0-0) 3 Credit Hours.

Prerequisite: Permission of Department Chair. Supervised experience in a setting that provides the opportunity to integrate theory and practice in language usage. May be repeated once for credit. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48.

SPN 4953. Special Studies in Spanish. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.

Prerequisite: Consent of instructor. An organized course offering the opportunity for specialized study not normally or not often available as part of the regular course offerings. Special Studies may be repeated for credit when the topics vary, but not more than 6 semester credit hours, regardless of discipline, will apply to a bachelor’s degree. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48.

SPN 4993. Honors Research. (0-0) 3 Credit Hours.

Prerequisite: Consent of the undergraduate advisor. Supervised research and preparation of an honors thesis. May be repeated once for credit, with approval. No more than 6 semester credit hours of SPN 4993 and/or SPN 4913 may be applied to the major in Spanish. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48.

Translation and Interpreting Studies (TIS) Courses

TIS 3003. Theory and Practice of Interpreting. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.

A survey of approaches to the practice and theory of interpreting with practice in a variety of modalities (simultaneous, consecutive, sight translation) and domains (e.g., legal, medical, conferences). May be repeated for credit when topics vary. (Formerly titled: "Introduction to Translation and Interpreting."). Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48.

TIS 3013. Theory and Practice of Translation. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.

Designed for students who feel prepared to engage in upper-division Spanish coursework. A survey of approaches to the practice and theory of translation with hands-on practice in a variety of genres. Students will be introduced to the realities of language mediation professions and the main concepts in translation and interpreting studies theory. May be repeated for credit when topics vary. (Formerly titled: "Translation and Interpreting for the Language Specialist."). Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48.

TIS 3023. Interpreting in Legal Settings. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.

Designed for students who feel prepared to engage in upper-division coursework in Spanish. This course prepares students to interpret in legal settings between Spanish and English by exploring interpreter training in the US, ethics in court interpreting, professional certification, language access legislation and civil rights, terminology building, current research trends in legal interpreting, and by developing interpreting skills and strategies. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48; DL01 $75.

TIS 3033. Interpreting in Medical Settings. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.

Designed for students who feel prepared to engage in upper-division coursework in Spanish. This course aims to prepare students to interpret in medical settings between Spanish and English by providing a panoramic overview of biomedical culture in the US, body systems and anatomy, medical terminology, and by developing interpreting skills and strategies. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48.

TIS 4013. Topics in Translation and Interpreting Studies. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.

Prerequisite: One course in TIS is strongly recommended. This course represents an opportunity to explore Spanish/English translation and interpreting-related topics in depth, including translation and interpreting in specialized domains such as medical and legal settings; translation studies through film; translators and interpreters in fiction; the sociology of translation; or research methods in translation studies. May be repeated for credit when topics vary. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48.

TIS 4033. Advanced Practice in Healthcare Interpreting. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.

Prerequisite: TIS 3033 or SPN 3053 strongly recommended. Designed for students who feel prepared to engage in upper-division Spanish coursework. Advanced practice in interpreting in healthcare settings between Spanish and English. Students will strengthen their skills in the three modes of interpreting (simultaneous, consecutive, and sight translation) while receiving detailed, ongoing individual feedback. (Formerly TIS 3043. Credit cannot be earned for both TIS 3043 and TIS 4033.). Course Fee: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48; DL01 $75.

TIS 4043. Practice in Legal Interpreting. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.

This course is highly recommended for students seeking upper-division Spanish coursework. This course covers the practice of interpreting in legal and extrajudicial settings between Spanish and English. Students will strengthen their skills in the three modes of interpreting (simultaneous, consecutive, and sight translation) and will examine issues related to professionalization, language access, and interpreting in specialized domains such as courts, law enforcement, or immigration settings. Course Fee: LRLF $10.27.

TIS 4913. Independent Study. (0-0) 3 Credit Hours.

Prerequisite: Permission in writing (form available) from the instructor, the student's advisor, the Department Chair, and the Dean of the College in which the course is offered. Independent reading, research, discussion, and/or writing under the direction of a faculty member. May be repeated for credit, but not more than 6 semester credit hours of independent study, regardless of discipline, will apply to a bachelor's degree. Course Fee: LRLF $10.27; STLF $18.48; MM01 $7.