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Spanish

Overview

The King College program in Spanish offers a major in Spanish language and literature as well as a minor in Spanish. The program seeks to nurture all of the major language skills: reading, writing, speaking and listening comprehension. Through study of the language and literature of other cultures, one gains a heightened sensitivity to the use of one’s native language and a greater appreciation for the world’s diversity. Varied coursework encourages study of literature, history and culture of the Spanish-speaking world with the goal of producing graduates who are well-prepared to enter the global society of the 21st century.

Why Study Spanish?

The numbers speak for themselves:

• According to the U.S. census, between 1990 and 2000, the number of native Spanish speakers increased by 300% in North Carolina, Georgia, and Arkansas and doubled in Tennessee, South Carolina, Alabama, and Nevada. 
• Spanish is the 2nd most widely spoken language in the world by number of speakers and 3rd by total number of speakers.
• Spanish is fourth on the list of languages spoken in the most countries. 

Knowing Spanish will set you apart from your peers and help you get a job.  Advanced study of a foreign language suggests to potential employers that you have strong problem-solving and communication skills and self-discipline, making language study a complement to preparation in any other field.

Required Coursework

Academic Catalog: (To download this Acrobat PDF: Windows OS > Right click; MAC OS > Control click)

2007-2008 King College Academic Catalog