Hispanic Studies Major
Department of World Languages and Cultures
Division of Humanities and Fine Arts
Hispanic Studies Major Requirements
The Hispanic Studies major requires at least eight courses (32 credits) at the 200, 300 and 400 levels and complete the Senior Capstone Experience.
HPS major requirements if the student does study abroad are listed below:
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| HPS 301 | Advanced Writing & Grammar in Spanish (or equivalent taken abroad) | 4 |
| or HPS 302 | ||
| Select 1 Course From HPS 303/304/305 (must taken at Washington College): | 4 | |
HPS 303 | ||
HPS 304 | ||
| Intro to Literature of Spain & Latin Am | ||
| HPS 300-, 400- level | 4 | |
| HPS 300-, 400- level | 4 | |
| HPS 300-, 400- level | 4 | |
| HPS 300-, 400- level | 4 | |
| HPS 400- level | 4 | |
| HPS 400- level (taken senior year) | 4 | |
| HPS SCE | Senior Capstone Experience | 4 |
| Total Credits | 36 | |
- Students may count 1 course in International Literatures and Cultures (ILC) course in English for the major if written work is done in Spanish
- Students beginning HPS at the 100 or 200 level, HPS 201 or HPS 202, may count the courses toward the major
- As part of their study abroad experience, students complete a study abroad portfolio HSP 375 Study Abroad Portfolio. The Global Education Office (GEO) offers study abroad options. Students are expected to consult the faculty when planning a study abroad experience to ensure the program chosen meets major requirements and the SA is a well-balanced course of study. Language-related internships are also offered.
HPS major requirements if the student does not study abroad are listed below:
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| HPS 301 & HPS 302 | Advanced Writing & Grammar in Spanish and | 8 |
| Select 1 Course From Below | 4 | |
HPS 303 | ||
HPS 304 | ||
| Intro to Literature of Spain & Latin Am | ||
| HPS 300-, 400- level | 4 | |
| HPS 300-, 400- level | 4 | |
| HPS 300-, 400- level | 4 | |
| HPS 400- level | 4 | |
| HPS 400- (taken senior year) | 4 | |
| HPS SCE | Senior Capstone Experience | 4 |
| Total Credits | 36 | |
- Students may count 2 International Literatures and Cultures (ILC) courses in English for the major, if the written work is in Spanish
- For those students beginning HPS at either the 100 or 200 level, HPS 201 or HPS 202 will count toward the major
As a general rule, 4 courses must be taken at Washington College, unless otherwise agreed upon by the faculty advisor. All majors must take at least one course focusing on Peninsular topics (Spain) and one on Latin American topics.
The World Languages & Cultures Department encourages students to enrich their knowledge of the foreign culture they are studying by taking related courses in other subjects, these courses may count toward the major. HPS students are encouraged to complete two years of a second foreign language
To improve fluency, enrich course work, and further the interest in the customs and cultures, language students are encouraged to speak the foreign language on a daily basis with native Spanish assistants. The language assistants are also available to students at informal meetings of the Foreign Language Club throughout the year. All students are invited to participate in the cultural activities sponsored by the language clubs, Honor Societies, and the department.
Teacher Training
Students planning to earn certification for secondary school teaching in a foreign language should consult with the World Languages and Cultures Department Chair and the Human Development Chair during the first year, no later than their sophomore year.
Major
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