Spanish, Minor

School of Humanities and Social Sciences

Program Overview

Learning another language is one of the most valuable skills you will ever possess. As a minor in Spanish, you will increase your knowledge and understanding of Spanish culture and literature. This program will also complement your chosen major with international perspectives.

Spanish, Minor

Where You'll Go

Declaring a minor allows you to explore other areas of interest and make interdisciplinary connections, and minors complement your major. By declaring a minor, you can set yourself apart as a candidate for job opportunities in international affairs, business, government, and teaching, and can pursue a graduate degree in a variety of fields. The minor in Spanish will demonstrate your competence in a world language and culture, which is vital to employment in today’s global economy.

Minor Details

The program information listed here reflects the approved curriculum for the 2024–25 academic year per the Brooklyn College Bulletin. Bulletins from past academic years can be found here.

Minor Requirements (15 Credits)

A minimum of 15 credits in advanced courses selected from Spanish 1030 and above.

It is recommended that the students meet with a department adviser to plan a coherent program of study.

Students might choose a sequence of courses constituting a general survey of:

  • Peninsular and/or Latin American literature;
  • translation studies;
  • Hispanic linguistics; or
  • Spanish for business

All courses must be completed with a grade of C or higher.

A minimum of nine credits must be completed at Brooklyn College.

The department chair, with the approval of the department’s curriculum committee, may allow substitutions for one or more of the requirements consistent with the educational goals of the program.

Contact

Alejandro Alonso

4231 Boylan Hall
E: alonso@brooklyn.cuny.edu
P: 718.951.5451

Brooklyn. All in.

Brooklyn. All in.