Spanish, Hispanic Cultures and Literatures (BA)

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Degree

Bachelor of Arts (BA)

Department

Classics, Modern Languages and Linguistics

Faculty

Faculty of Arts & Science

Program type

Major, Minor, Honours, Specialization

Primary campus

Sir George Williams (SGW)

Duration

3 to 4 years

Start term

Fall, Winter

Why study Spanish, Hispanic Cultures and Literatures?

Language is the primary medium of human culture and expression. Our programs in Spanish open doors to new ways of understanding the world through the study of language, culture and literature. You will delve into the language of Cervantes, Lorca, Garcia Marquez and Almodóvar and explore one of the world’s most widely spoken languages.

Starting from the four basic language skills — speaking, listening, reading and writing — our programs integrate innovative approaches to the study of Spanish and expose students to a diversity of related aspects such as language, translation, culture and literature.

Program highlights

Opportunities for exchange and travel abroad programs

Program structure

A Bachelor of Arts degree takes a minimum of three or four years (90 – 120 credits) of full-time study, depending on your academic background.

Program options

Honours in Spanish, Hispanic Cultures and Literatures (60 credits)*
Specialization in Spanish, Hispanic Cultures and Literatures (60 credits)
Major in Spanish, Hispanic Cultures and Literatures (42 credits)
Minor in Spanish, Hispanic Cultures and Literatures (30 credits)
Minor in Spanish Translation (33 credits)

*Honours is a highly concentrated program, ideal for students planning to continue to graduate studies. If you are interested in Honours, speak with your program advisor in your first year of study at Concordia. Students applying to the University are able to apply to the major or specialization.

See the full degree requirements in the Undergraduate Calendar

Courses

See the complete list of current courses in the Undergraduate Calendar

Exchange programs

Concordia in Spain summer program
Concordia International in collaboration with the Department of Classics, Modern Languages and Linguistics (CMLL) offer a "Concordia in Spain" Spanish Language and Culture Program during the summer. This exciting program provides Concordia students the opportunity to participate in an educational and cultural immersion at the Universidad Pontificia de Salamanca while earning 12 Concordia credits in Spanish language and culture courses.

Concordia International, in collaboration with the various faculties and the School of Graduate Studies, administers student exchange and internships with Concordia's partner universities and other institutions of higher learning around the world. This exchange enhances relationships between the people and cultures of different countries and promotes international education.

Participating students remain registered at Concordia University and spend from one term to one academic year taking courses, doing research, or participating in an internship program. For complete details, please see the Undergraduate Calendar.

Exchange programs can take several forms, including:

United States students: A U.S. Federal Student Aid-eligible version of this program is offered. This version meets all U.S. regulations (such as no co-operative education or e-courses) for eligible programs.

Get the full details about U.S. loan eligibility and requirements

Admission criteria

Minimum cut-off averages and course requirements

Quebec CEGEP: 20
- Additional information for CEGEP applicants
High School: C+
- ACT or SAT is NOT required
- Canadian curricula course requirements
- Accepted international qualifications
International Baccalaureate (IB) diploma: 26
Baccalauréat français: 11
British system of education (GCE):
- A-levels: At least two A-level exams CD or
- AS-levels: At least 4 AS-level exams with equivalent results or
- BTEC: Level 3 Diploma or Extended Diploma in a related subject area with equivalent results
- Additional information for British System of Education (GCE) applicants
University Transfers (internal/external): C

You must meet Concordia’s minimum admission requirements

Minimum cut-off averages should be used as indicators. The cut-off data may change depending on the applicant pool. Applicants who meet the stated minimum requirements are not guaranteed admission to these programs.

Application deadlines

We consider complete applications year round and give priority to applicants who apply by official deadlines.

FALL TERM

March 1 is the deadline to apply for fall term entry. International students are encouraged to apply by February 1 to allow sufficient time for CAQ and study permit application processing.

Late applications will be considered if places are still available. Please check program availability for the term, before you start your application.

WINTER

November 1 is the deadline to apply for winter term entry. International students are encouraged to apply by September 1 to allow sufficient time for CAQ and study permit application processing.

Not all programs are available for winter term entry. Please check program availability for the term, before you start your application.

We reserve the right to close admission to a program at any time after the official deadline without prior notice.

After your degree

All Spanish program options provide students with a sound linguistic foundation that will prove advantageous in a variety of fields, including:

Education
Translation and interpretation
International business
Government
Travel industry
International organizations

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Department

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Faculty

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