Minors in Spanish

The Department of Spanish and Portuguese offers two Minors in Spanish for undergraduate students. Both Minors require students to complete a total of 15 credits.

Minor in Spanish Language, Literature, and Culture

The Minor in Spanish Language, Literature, and Cultures provides students with cultural literacy and critical thinking skills. With greater emphasis on globalization and competition in the job market, these skills enhance the success of students' careers in fields such as the arts, business, education, engineering, law, medicine, and other areas. The courses offered include advanced studies in language, Hispanic literature, linguistics, and culture. Click here to see the course catalog for this minor.

Minor in Spanish for the Professions  

The Minor in Spanish for the Professions allows students to tailor their language education toward specific needs, helping them to graduate better prepared for the job market. After completing a basic education of 4 semesters of Spanish (101-202 or equivalent), students can register for the minor, which includes courses such as Introduction to Spanish for the Professions, Spanish for Health Care, Business Spanish, and Spanish for Engineering and Technology, among others. These courses will allow students to gain expertise in specific areas of Spanish that are applicable to their field of study and will enhance their employment possibilities upon graduation. Click here to see the course catalog for this minor.

If you are interested in taking courses related to Spanish for Specific Purposes, click here for more information on the courses that the Department of Spanish & Portuguese at Purdue offers.