In today’s multicultural society, a Spanish degree can open the door to a wide range of career opportunities. Oakland University’s Bachelor of Arts in Spanish equips you with specialized skills that you can apply in business, health care, government, teaching, technology and many other sectors. In addition to building language fluency with a Spanish degree, you’ll study the history and traditions of Spanish-speaking cultures, while cultivating proficiency in writing, research, and critical analysis. You’ll also benefit from attentive faculty and flexible academic options, graduating with a bachelor’s degree in Spanish that can propel you to graduate school, a teaching career or many other professional goals.
In today’s multicultural society, a Spanish degree can open the door to a wide range of career opportunities. Oakland University’s Bachelor of Arts in Spanish equips you with specialized skills that you can apply in business, health care, government, teaching, technology and many other sectors. In addition to building language fluency with a Spanish degree, you’ll study the history and traditions of Spanish-speaking cultures, while cultivating proficiency in writing, research, and critical analysis. You’ll also benefit from attentive faculty and flexible academic options, graduating with a bachelor’s degree in Spanish that can propel you to graduate school, a teaching career or many other professional goals.
Oakland’s Spanish degree combines rigorous academic study with practical education that prepares you for the workforce. You’ll have the freedom to explore many options, pursue independent projects and engage in self-directed study, tailoring the program to fit your particular interests.
According to a recent economic study, demand for bilingual workers has doubled in just the last five years. Employers in government, business, health care, entertainment, tourism, education, law, social services and other sectors constantly seek workers who speak Spanish fluently and understand Latin American culture and history. Oakland students often double major in Spanish and another discipline, entering the job market with specialized skills that employers value.
Our Spanish degree offers excellent preparation for graduate programs in Spanish that can put you on track for an academic career. Other professional opportunities you can pursue with a Spanish degree include:
Core requirements for the bachelor’s degree in Spanish include three language courses: a grammar review, plus intermediate and advanced courses in Spanish conversation and writing. (Introductory-level language courses do not count toward the Spanish major.) You’ll also complete courses in Spanish literature, Spanish-American literature and European literature, plus one course in Spanish or Latin American civilization.
Electives make up the remainder of the Spanish bachelor’s degree, with at least two electives focused on literature. Sample electives include:
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