Spanish at Florida Atlantic University is about exploring the rich histories, literatures and cultures of the Spanish-speaking world. You’ll study both Peninsular (Spain) and Latin American traditions, gaining a broad understanding of how Old World and New World dynamics have shaped Hispanic societies. This program helps you develop advanced language skills and cultural insight, preparing you to connect across borders and communities.
About Spanish at FAU
At Florida Atlantic, the Spanish concentration stands out for its global perspective and immersive experiences. You’ll take courses that span centuries and continents, and you’ll study abroad in a Spanish-speaking country, deepening your language skills and cultural understanding. The program is designed to open doors to graduate study and a wide range of careers—from education and law to international business, diplomacy and translation. You’ll work closely with expert faculty and complete an honors thesis in Spanish, building skills that set you apart.
Degrees Offered at Florida Atlantic
Undergraduate
- Concentration in Spanish (Honors)
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Minor concentration in Spanish (two tracks: for non-native speakers and for native/heritage speakers)
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Educational Objectives & Student Outcomes
2. Gain a broad understanding of Hispanic literatures and cultures from both Spain and Latin America.
3. Experience cultural immersion through study abroad in a Spanish-speaking country.
4. Prepare for graduate study or professional careers that require strong language and cultural skills.
2. Analyze and interpret literary and cultural texts from diverse Hispanic traditions.
3. Demonstrate cultural awareness and adaptability through international experience.
4. Complete an independent research project and honors thesis in Spanish.
5. Be ready to pursue opportunities in education, law, business, translation, international relations and more.
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Concentration in Spanish
Students must earn a "C" or better in each course taken to fulfill a concentration requirement.
Overview and Advisory Board
We wish our students to have a broad understanding of the Old World / New World dynamics marking Hispanic literatures and cultures. Students concentrating in Spanish will be required to take courses in both the Peninsular and Latin American areas that deal with literatures and cultures prior to the 1700s.
This concentration prepares students for a wide range of post-baccalaureate options. Given the international focus, our graduates will be prepared to enter graduate programs in any number of fields depending on their interests and other work done at the Honors College (e.g., Graduate programs in Spanish Literature, Cultural Studies, Latin American Studies, Education, Translation and Interpretation; Professional Schools: Law, International Business, International Relations). They may envision careers in sectors as diverse as education, law, human resource services, translation, court interpretation, business, diplomatic corps, banking, international organizations and NGOs, among others.
Advisory Board
Carmen Cañete Quesada, Ph.D.
Professor of Spanish
Harriet L. Wilkes Honors College
Hispanic Literature
Nancy Tille-Victorica, Ph.D.
Senior Instructor of French and Spanish
Harriet L. Wilkes Honors College
French and Spanish
Jupiter Campus | HA 113
Miguel Ángel Vázquez, Ph.D.
Interim Associate Dean of Academic Affairs; Associate Professor of Spanish
Harriet L. Wilkes Honors College
Humanities and Social Sciences
Prerequisite Courses
| Course # | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| SPN 1120 | Honors Beginning Spanish Language and Culture I | 4 |
| SPN 1121 | Honors Beginning Spanish Language and Culture II | 4 |
| SPN 2220 | Honors Intermediate Spanish Language and Culture I | 4 |
| SPN 2221 | Honors Intermediate Spanish Language and Culture II | 4 |
| Total Credits (prerequisites) | 16 |
Additional Requirements
| Course # | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| SPN 2240, or
IDS 3932 |
Honors Intermediate Spanish Conversation, or
Honors the Spanish Civil War in Retrospect: Loss, Memory and the Past |
3 |
| SPN 3400 | Honors Advanced Spanish: Conversation | 4 |
| SPW 3030 | Honors Introduction to Hispanic Literature | 3 |
| SPW 3104; or SPW 3584 |
Honors Spanish Literature: From the Jarchas to Calderon; or Honors Spanish Literature: Enlightenment to the 20th Century |
3 |
| SPW 3136; or SPW 3134 |
Honors Latin American Literature: Pre-Columbian and Colonial; or Honors Latin American Literature: Modernismo to Post-Boom |
3 |
| Spanish Electives | 8-12 | |
| IDS 4970 | Honors Thesis (two semesters) | 6 |
| Total Credits (additional requirements) | 30-34 | |
| Total Credits (including prerequisites) | 46-50 |
Spanish Concentration Electives
| Course # | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| GROUP A | ||
| SPW 4492 | Honors Novísima Literatura del Caribe (New Literature of the Spanish Caribbean) |
3 |
| SPW 4604 | Honors Don Quijote | 3 |
| SPN 2162 | Honors Spanish for Healthcare Professions | 3 |
| SPW 4930 | Honors Special Topics in Spanish | 3 |
| SPW 4957 | Honors Spanish or Latin American Literature Study Abroad * |
1-4 |
| SPN 4957 | Honors Advanced Spanish Language and Culture Study Abroad * |
1-4 |
| SPN**** | Honors Elective 3-cr class in Spanish Language and Culture at 3000 or 4000 level | 3-6 |
| SPW **** | Honors Elective 3-cr Literature class at 3000 or 4000 level | 3-6 |
| GROUP B | ||
| ANT 4331 | Honors Anthropology of the Andes | 3 |
| ANT 3332 | Honors Peoples of Latin America | 3 |
| ANT 4166 | Honors Andean Cultural Studies | 3-6 |
| WOH 2022 | Honors History of Civilization II | 3 |
| CPO 4303 | Honors Latin American Politics | 3 |
| INR 3248 | Honors Exporting Democracy: U.S. Policy Toward Latin America |
3 |
| CPO 4305 | Honors Religion and Politics in Latin America | 3 |
| SPT 2530 | Honors Hispanic Culture and Civilization | 3 |
| SPT 4550 | Honors the 1959 Cuban Revolution: Race, Gender and Sexuality | 3 |
| SPT**** | Honors Elective 3-cr class at 3000 or 4000 level | 3-6 |
Honors Thesis:
The Honors College research and thesis should be completed in Spanish.
Minor Concentration in Spanish (Choice of Two Tracks)
Spanish Minor Concentration Track 1
| Course # | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| SPN 2221 or SPN 2162 | Honors Intermediate Spanish Language and Culture II or Honors Spanish for Healthcare Professions |
3 or 4 |
| SPN 3400 | Honors Advanced Spanish: Conversation |
4 |
| SPW 3030 | Honors Introduction to Hispanic Literature | 3 |
| Electives |
Two Honors Elective 3-credit courses from the list below |
6 |
| Total Credits (Track 1) | 16 or 17 |
Spanish Minor Concentration Track 2
| Course # | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| SPN 3400 | Honors Advanced Spanish: Conversation | 4 |
| SPW 3030 | Honors Introduction to Hispanic Literature | 3 |
| Electives |
Three Honors Elective 3-credit courses from the list of electives below. |
9 |
| Total Credits (Track 2) | 16 |
Electives
| Course # | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| SPN 2240 | Honors Intermediate Spanish Conversation | 3 |
| SPN 2957 | Honors Spanish Language and Culture Study Abroad | 1-6 |
| SPN 4905 | Honors Directed Independent Study in Spanish Language and Culture | 1-3 |
| SPN 4915 | Honors Directed Independent Research in Spanish Language and Culture | 1-3 |
| SPN 4916 | Honors Directed Independent Research in Spanish Language and Culture | 1-3 |
| SPN 4930 | Honors Special Topics in Spanish Language and Culture | 1-3 |
| SPN 4957 | Honors Advanced Spanish Language and Culture Study Abroad | 1-6 |
| SPW 3104 | Honors Spanish Literature: From the Jarchas to Calderón | 3 |
| SPW 3134 | RI: Honors Latin American Literature: Moderism to Post Boom | 3 |
| SPW 3136 | Honors Latin American Literature: Pre-Columbian and Colonial | 3 |
| SPW 3584 | Honors Spanish Literature: Enlightenment to the 20th Century | 3 |
| SPW 4492 | Honors New Literature of the Spanish Caribbean | 3 |
| SPW 4604 | Honors Don Quixote | 3 |
| SPW 4905 | Honors Directed Independent Study in Spanish or Latin American Literature | 1-3 |
| SPW 4915 | Honors Directed Independent Research in Spanish Literature | 1-3 |
| SPW 4916 | Honors Directed Independent Research in Spanish Literature | 1-3 |
| SPW 4930 | Honors Special Topics in Spanish or Latin American Literature | 1-3 |
| SPW 4957 | Honors Spanish or Latin American Literature Study Abroad | 1-6 |