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Modern Languages: Spanish Language & Literature Concentration (B.A.)

This program is for you if you are interested in learning about different cultures, traveling and working in international environments. You will dive into the language and culture of the Hispanic world to understand the people of one of the most widely-spoken languages of the world.

As you expand your horizons and way of thinking, you will increase proficiency in the language while introducing you to the culture, history, literature, communication skills, and open doors to new friendships and opportunities. 

The Modern Languages Major with Spanish Language & Literature Concentration (B.A.) prepares you with sought-after language and critical thinking skills in a variety of professional and academic fields with a firm knowledge base of cultural practices in the Spanish-speaking world. 

Degree Type

Bachelor of Arts

Experience Our Spanish Language & Literature Concentration

You will have access to a wealth of knowledge and experiences offered by a diverse group of faculty familiar with various parts of the Spanish-speaking world. Our faculty are student-oriented and dedicated to helping you achieve your language goals.

Explore a variety of courses and seminars on topics such as interpreting, creative writing, literature, narcoculture, business for Spanish and more. 

We boast popular education abroad programs in Nerja, Spain and in Cusco, Peru, Guatemala and Costa Rica.

A state-of-the-art language laboratory with the latest innovations in digital technology supports language acquisition for the entire university community.

What Your Journey Could Look Like

Education Abroad Opportunities

International study or internship greatly expands your knowledge of other cultures and their art and can be the most effective and rewarding way to satisfy foreign language requirements.

You'll be able to develop your Arabic first-hand through experiential learning on a journey overseas. 

91ÁÔÆæ has a wide range of these opportunities. More information can be found at the Center for Global Engagement.

More About the Spanish Language & Literature Concentration

You'll have opportunities to develop your fluency and engage with instructors and other students through "Conversation Hour" and the honor society chapter of Sigma Delta Pi, national collegiate hispanic honor society

We have a flexible plan of study that allows you to choose whether they want to concentrate on literature, linguistics, professions, Latin America or Spain focus. 

Define Your Own College Experience

College life isn't just about academics. It's about the relationships you make, the experiences you have, and the new things you can discover not just about yourself, but about the world around you. 91ÁÔÆæ provides many opportunities on each campus and beyond to help you explore your interests and find new passions.
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Where All Are Welcome

We're all different, and we encourage and empower you to be you. We provide a welcoming environment to celebrate all identities and encourage all to learn from one another.

Multicultural Student Affairs

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We're Here for You

At 91ÁÔÆæ, you're not alone. You have access to licensed therapists and other mental health resources to support your well-being.

Student Counseling

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Outdoor Pursuits

Where Can This Program Lead You?

A degree in Spanish will open a significant number of career opportunities in the globalized world of today.

Where Our Students Have Interned

  • Court
  • Schools in Georgia
  • Businesses in Georgia and Atlanta area

Where Our Students Found Jobs

  • Careers in education
  • Government
  • Interpreting/translation
  • The Armed Forces

Where Our Students Have Gone to Grad School

  • University of Georgia
  • Georgia Tech
  • Georgia State University
  • University of College Los Angeles
  • University of South Carolina

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