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2024 - 2025 Catalog Year General Studies Gold

Degree: BA

College/School: The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences

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Term 1 - A 0 - 8 Credit Hours Critical course signified by

Hours

Minimum Grade

Notes

ASU 101-LA: The ASU Experience	1
ENG 101 or ENG 102: First-Year Composition OR ENG 105: Advanced First-Year Composition OR ENG 107 or ENG 108: First-Year Composition	3	C
SPA 101: Elementary Spanish I (G)	4	C
Maintain 2.33 GPA in Critical Tracking Courses.
Term hours subtotal:	8

ASU 101 or college-specific equivalent First-Year Seminar required of all first-year students.
Only true beginners are eligible to take SPA 101 and are required to take a Spanish Placement Test.

Term 1 - B 8 - 15 Credit Hours Critical course signified by

Hours

Minimum Grade

Notes

ENG 101 or ENG 102: First-Year Composition OR ENG 105: Advanced First-Year Composition OR ENG 107 or ENG 108: First-Year Composition	3	C
SPA 102: Elementary Spanish II (G) OR SPA 103: Beginning Spanish for Bilingual and Heritage Students	4	C
Maintain 2.33 GPA in Critical Tracking Courses.
Term hours subtotal:	7

Take advantage of online tutoring.
Utilize ASU libraries.
View ASU Online first-year student registration information here.
Select your Career Interest Communities and play me3@ASU.

Term 2 - A 15 - 22 Credit Hours

Hours

Minimum Grade

Notes

MAT 142: College Mathematics (MATH OR MA)	3	C
SPA 201: Intermediate Spanish (G) OR SPA 203: Intermediate Spanish I for Bilinguals (C & G)	4	C
Term hours subtotal:	7

Start to plan your study abroad experience. Learn about Global Intensive Experiences and summer abroad programs in Argentina, Brazil, Costa Rica, Mexico, and in Leon or Sevilla, Spain offered through ASU Study Abroad and the School of International Letters and Cultures.
Schedule an appointment with a School of International Letters and Cultures academic advisor to discuss the best study abroad options for your major.

Term 2 - B 22 - 29 Credit Hours Critical course signified by

Hours

Minimum Grade

Notes

SPA 202: Intermediate Spanish (G) OR SPA 204: Intermediate Spanish II for Bilinguals (C & G)	4	C
Humanities, Arts and Design (HUAD)	3
Complete ENG 101 OR ENG 105 OR ENG 107 course(s).
Maintain 2.33 GPA in Critical Tracking Courses.
Term hours subtotal:	7

Meet with a School of International Letters and Cultures academic advisor to discuss the best study abroad options for your major.

Term 3 - A 29 - 35 Credit Hours Critical course signified by

Hours

Minimum Grade

Notes

SLC 201: Introduction to Linguistics (SOBE OR HU or SB) OR SLC 202: Exploring Cultures: Words, Images, Stories (HUAD OR HU & G)	3	C
SPA 313: Spanish Conversation and Composition (G) OR SPA 315: Advanced Spanish I for Bilinguals (C)	3	C
Term hours subtotal:	6

Develop your skills.

Term 3 - B 35 - 41 Credit Hours Critical course signified by

Hours

Minimum Grade

Notes

SPA 314: Spanish Conversation and Composition (G) OR SPA 316: Advanced Spanish II for Bilinguals (L & C)	3	C
Elective	3
Complete First-Year Composition requirement.
Complete Mathematics (MATH) requirement.
Maintain 2.33 GPA in Critical Tracking Courses.
Term hours subtotal:	6

Term 4 - A 41 - 48 Credit Hours Critical course signified by

Hours

Minimum Grade

Notes

SPA 325: Introduction to Hispanic Literature (HUAD OR HU)	3	C
Scientific Thinking in Natural Sciences (SCIT)	4
Term hours subtotal:	7

Connect with ASU Online Career and Professional Development Services.

Term 4 - B 48 - 54 Credit Hours Critical course signified by

Hours

Minimum Grade

Notes

	SPA 412: Advanced Conversation and Composition (G) OR SPA 416: Advanced Spanish Conversation and Composition for Spanish Heritage Learners (L)	3
	Sustainability (SUST)	3
	Maintain 2.33 GPA in Critical Tracking Courses.
	Term hours subtotal:	6

Term 5 - A 54 - 61 Credit Hours Necessary course signified by

Hours

Minimum Grade

Notes

Upper Division Major Electives	3	C
Scientific Thinking in Natural Sciences (SCIT)	4
Term hours subtotal:	7

Create a first draft resume.

Term 5 - B 61 - 67 Credit Hours Necessary course signified by

Hours

Minimum Grade

Notes

SPA 400: Fundamentals of Spanish Linguistics (SOBE OR SB & G)	3	C
Upper Division Elective	3
Term hours subtotal:	6

Term 6 - A 67 - 73 Credit Hours Necessary course signified by

Hours

Minimum Grade

Notes

4** (400-Level) Spanish Literature	3	C
Governance and Civic Engagement (CIVI)	3
Term hours subtotal:	6

Use Handshake to research employment opportunities.

Term 6 - B 73 - 79 Credit Hours

Hours

Minimum Grade

Notes

	Quantitative Reasoning (QTRS)	3
	Upper Division Elective	3
	Term hours subtotal:	6

Earn credit toward your Spanish major abroad. Learn about your study abroad options.
Explore an internship.

Term 7 - A 79 - 85 Credit Hours Necessary course signified by

Hours

Minimum Grade

Notes

4** (400-Level) SPA Culture or Linguistics Course	3	C
Global Communities, Societies and Individuals (GCSI)	3
Term hours subtotal:	6

Use Handshake to research employment opportunities.

Term 7 - B 85 - 91 Credit Hours

Hours

Minimum Grade

Notes

	Elective	3
	Upper Division Elective	3
	Term hours subtotal:	6

Develop your professional online presence.

Term 8 - A 91 - 97 Credit Hours Necessary course signified by

Hours

Minimum Grade

Notes

Upper Division Spanish Literature, Linguistics and Culture Electives	3	C
Elective	3
Term hours subtotal:	6

Term 8 - B 97 - 103 Credit Hours Necessary course signified by

Hours

Minimum Grade

Notes

Upper Division Spanish Literature, Linguistics and Culture Electives	3	C
Elective	3
Term hours subtotal:	6

Complete an in person or virtual practice interview.

Term 9 - A 103 - 109 Credit Hours

Hours

Minimum Grade

Notes

	American Institutions (AMIT)	3
	Elective	3
	Term hours subtotal:	6

Gather professional references.

Term 9 - B 109 - 114 Credit Hours Necessary course signified by

Hours

Minimum Grade

Notes

POR 301: Portuguese for Spanish Speakers I	3	C
Elective	2
Term hours subtotal:	5

Learn about ways to build skills.

Term 10 - A 114 - 120 Credit Hours Necessary course signified by

Hours

Minimum Grade

Notes

Upper Division Spanish Literature, Linguistics and Culture Electives	3	C
Elective	3
Term hours subtotal:	6

Attend a virtual career and internship fair event.

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Total Hours: 120
Upper Division Hours: 45 minimum
University Undergraduate Graduation Requirements

Notes:

Mathematics Placement Assessment score determines placement in first mathematics course.

Please keep in mind that the applicability of a specific transfer course toward an ASU degree program depends on the requirements of the department, division, college or school in which you are enrolled at ASU. Transfer agreements that guarantee the completion of university level requirements do not necessarily meet college and major requirements. Please consult with an advisor for more information.

General Studies designations listed next to courses on the major map were valid for the 2024 - 2025 academic year. Please refer to the course catalog for current General Studies designations at time of class registration. General Studies credit is applied according to the designation the course carries at the time the class is taken.

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Spanish, BA

College/School: The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences

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Critical Course

Necessary Course

Term 1 - A

0 - 8 Credit Hours

ASU 101-LA: The ASU Experience

Hours: 1

ENG 101 or ENG 102: First-Year Composition OR
ENG 105: Advanced First-Year Composition OR
ENG 107 or ENG 108: First-Year Composition

Hours: 3

Minimum Grade: C

SPA 101: Elementary Spanish I (G)

Hours: 4

Minimum Grade: C

Maintain 2.33 GPA in Critical Tracking Courses.

Notes:

ASU 101 or college-specific equivalent First-Year Seminar required of all first-year students.
Only true beginners are eligible to take SPA 101 and are required to take a Spanish Placement Test.

Term 1 - B

8 - 15 Credit Hours

ENG 101 or ENG 102: First-Year Composition OR
ENG 105: Advanced First-Year Composition OR
ENG 107 or ENG 108: First-Year Composition

Hours: 3

Minimum Grade: C

SPA 102: Elementary Spanish II (G) OR SPA 103: Beginning Spanish for Bilingual and Heritage Students

Hours: 4

Minimum Grade: C

Maintain 2.33 GPA in Critical Tracking Courses.

Notes:

Take advantage of online tutoring.
Utilize ASU libraries.
View ASU Online first-year student registration information here.
Select your Career Interest Communities and play me3@ASU.

Term 2 - A

15 - 22 Credit Hours

MAT 142: College Mathematics (MATH OR MA)

Hours: 3

Minimum Grade: C

SPA 201: Intermediate Spanish (G) OR SPA 203: Intermediate Spanish I for Bilinguals (C & G)

Hours: 4

Minimum Grade: C

Notes:

Start to plan your study abroad experience. Learn about Global Intensive Experiences and summer abroad programs in Argentina, Brazil, Costa Rica, Mexico, and in Leon or Sevilla, Spain offered through ASU Study Abroad and the School of International Letters and Cultures.
Schedule an appointment with a School of International Letters and Cultures academic advisor to discuss the best study abroad options for your major.

Term 2 - B

22 - 29 Credit Hours

SPA 202: Intermediate Spanish (G) OR SPA 204: Intermediate Spanish II for Bilinguals (C & G)

Hours: 4

Minimum Grade: C

Humanities, Arts and Design (HUAD)

Hours: 3

Complete ENG 101 OR ENG 105 OR ENG 107 course(s).

Maintain 2.33 GPA in Critical Tracking Courses.

Notes:

Meet with a School of International Letters and Cultures academic advisor to discuss the best study abroad options for your major.

Term 3 - A

29 - 35 Credit Hours

SLC 201: Introduction to Linguistics (SOBE OR HU or SB) OR SLC 202: Exploring Cultures: Words, Images, Stories (HUAD OR HU & G)

Hours: 3

Minimum Grade: C

SPA 313: Spanish Conversation and Composition (G) OR SPA 315: Advanced Spanish I for Bilinguals (C)

Hours: 3

Minimum Grade: C

Notes:

Develop your skills.

Term 3 - B

35 - 41 Credit Hours

SPA 314: Spanish Conversation and Composition (G) OR SPA 316: Advanced Spanish II for Bilinguals (L & C)

Hours: 3

Minimum Grade: C

Elective

Hours: 3

Complete First-Year Composition requirement.

Complete Mathematics (MATH) requirement.

Maintain 2.33 GPA in Critical Tracking Courses.

Term 4 - A

41 - 48 Credit Hours

SPA 325: Introduction to Hispanic Literature (HUAD OR HU)

Hours: 3

Minimum Grade: C

Scientific Thinking in Natural Sciences (SCIT)

Hours: 4

Notes:

Connect with ASU Online Career and Professional Development Services.

Term 4 - B

48 - 54 Credit Hours

SPA 412: Advanced Conversation and Composition (G) OR SPA 416: Advanced Spanish Conversation and Composition for Spanish Heritage Learners (L)

Hours: 3

Sustainability (SUST)

Hours: 3

Maintain 2.33 GPA in Critical Tracking Courses.

Term 5 - A

54 - 61 Credit Hours

Upper Division Major Electives

Hours: 3

Minimum Grade: C

Scientific Thinking in Natural Sciences (SCIT)

Hours: 4

Notes:

Create a first draft resume.

Term 5 - B

61 - 67 Credit Hours

SPA 400: Fundamentals of Spanish Linguistics (SOBE OR SB & G)

Hours: 3

Minimum Grade: C

Upper Division Elective

Hours: 3

Term 6 - A

67 - 73 Credit Hours

4** (400-Level) Spanish Literature

Hours: 3

Minimum Grade: C

Governance and Civic Engagement (CIVI)

Hours: 3

Notes:

Use Handshake to research employment opportunities.

Term 6 - B

73 - 79 Credit Hours

Quantitative Reasoning (QTRS)

Hours: 3

Upper Division Elective

Hours: 3

Notes:

Earn credit toward your Spanish major abroad. Learn about your study abroad options.
Explore an internship.

Term 7 - A

79 - 85 Credit Hours

4** (400-Level) SPA Culture or Linguistics Course

Hours: 3

Minimum Grade: C

Global Communities, Societies and Individuals (GCSI)

Hours: 3

Notes:

Use Handshake to research employment opportunities.

Term 7 - B

85 - 91 Credit Hours

Elective

Hours: 3

Upper Division Elective

Hours: 3

Notes:

Develop your professional online presence.

Term 8 - A

91 - 97 Credit Hours

Upper Division Spanish Literature, Linguistics and Culture Electives

Hours: 3

Minimum Grade: C

Elective

Hours: 3

Term 8 - B

97 - 103 Credit Hours

Upper Division Spanish Literature, Linguistics and Culture Electives

Hours: 3

Minimum Grade: C

Elective

Hours: 3

Notes:

Complete an in person or virtual practice interview.

Term 9 - A

103 - 109 Credit Hours

American Institutions (AMIT)

Hours: 3

Elective

Hours: 3

Notes:

Gather professional references.

Term 9 - B

109 - 114 Credit Hours

POR 301: Portuguese for Spanish Speakers I

Hours: 3

Minimum Grade: C

Elective

Hours: 2

Notes:

Learn about ways to build skills.

Term 10 - A

114 - 120 Credit Hours

Upper Division Spanish Literature, Linguistics and Culture Electives

Hours: 3

Minimum Grade: C

Elective

Hours: 3

Notes:

Attend a virtual career and internship fair event.

Total Hours: 120
Upper Division Hours: 45 minimum
University Undergraduate Graduation Requirements

Notes

Mathematics Placement Assessment score determines placement in first mathematics course.
Please keep in mind that the applicability of a specific transfer course toward an ASU degree program depends on the requirements of the department, division, college or school in which you are enrolled at ASU. Transfer agreements that guarantee the completion of university level requirements do not necessarily meet college and major requirements. Please consult with an advisor for more information.

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