B.A. International Languages & Cultures Program Map
Spanish (P-12 Certification) Track
ILC educates students to become better global citizens through instruction in foreign language, literature, film and culture. Through this study, students gain further knowledge of their own language and culture and are able to make informed cultural comparisons.
Stats
60
Core Credit Hours
55
Major Credit Hours
5
Elective Credit Hours
- Plan Your Degree
- Crush Your Course
- Find Your Place
- Broaden Your Perspectives
- Connect Off-Campus
- Take Care of Yourself
- Pave Your Path
Plan Your Degree
Disclaimer: This program map is intended ONLY as a guide for students to plan their course of study. It does NOT replace any information in the Undergraduate Catalog, which is the official guide for completing degree requirements.
| Course Name | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
|
C: ENGL 1101
English Composition I |
3 |
|
M: MATH 1001 OR 1111
Quantitative Skills & Reasoning or College Algebra |
3 |
|
S: HIST 1111 or 1112
World History |
3 |
|
F: SPAN 1001
Elementary Spanish I (Students may test out of this course.) |
3 |
|
F: Institutional Option |
3 |
Milestones:
- Complete ENGL 1101 C or better; prerequisite for ENGL 1102
- The Institutional (I) course can be any 1000 or 2000 level course from ANTH, ART, COMM, ECON, ENGL, GEOG, HIST, PHIL, POLS, PSYC, SOCI, or THEA
| Course Name | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
|
C: ENGL 1102
English Composition II |
3 |
|
P: HIST 2111 OR 2112
US History |
3 |
|
F: SPAN 1002
Elementary Spanish II |
3 |
|
T: Science + Lab |
4 |
|
S: Social Science |
3 |
Milestone:
- Complete ENGL 1102 C or better
15 Fall Credit Hours + 16 Spring Credit Hours = 31 Credit Hours
| Course Name | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
|
F: SPAN 2001
Intermediate Spanish I |
3 |
|
F: Secondary FL 1001
Elementary Foreign Language I (German or French) |
3 |
|
A: Arts, Humanities, Ethics |
3 |
|
T: Non-lab Science |
3 |
|
Elective |
3 |
Timeline Requirements:
- Take Educator Ethics 360 ($30 fee); Required for admission to Teacher Education
| Course Name | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
|
SPAN 3015
Spanish for Professions |
3 |
|
F: Secondary FL 1002
Elementary Foreign Language II (German or French) |
3 |
| EDUC 2120 Exploring Sociocultural Perspectives on Diversity in Educational Contexts |
3 |
| P: POLS 1101 American Government |
3 |
|
T: STEM Course |
3 |
Timeline Requirements:
- Complete the Teacher Education Admissions Application; Required for progression. If not complete, you will be a year behind.
15 Fall Credit Hours + 15 Spring Credit Hours = 30 Credit Hours
| Course Name | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
|
F: Secondary FL 2001
Intermediate Foreign Language I (German or French) |
3 |
|
SPED 3715
The Inclusive Classroom: Differentiating Instruction |
3 |
|
FORL 4501
Foundations of Language Development |
3 |
|
SPAN 3102
Spanish Composition |
3 |
|
FORL 3000
Global Lang & Cult Colloquium |
3 |
|
A: Arts, Humanities, Ethics |
3 |
Timeline Requirements:
- Take FORL 4501 (Foundations of Language Development)
| Course Name | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
|
SEED 4271 + Lab
Instruction, Assessment, and Management in the Secondary Classroom |
3 |
|
FORL 4502
Methods Teaching Foreign Language |
3 |
|
SPAN 4012 OR 4013
Spanish or Latin American Culture & Civilization |
3 |
|
SPAN 3030
Introduction to Hispanic Literature |
3 |
|
I: XIDS 2002
What Do You Know About: XX |
2 |
|
Elective |
2 |
Timeline Requirements:
- Take FORL 4502 (Methods Teaching Foreign Languages)
- Take SEED 4271 + Lab (Instructional Assessment and Management)
18 Fall Credit Hours + 16 Spring Credit Hours = 34 Credit Hours
| Course Name | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
|
EDUC 2130 or MEDT 2501 or FORL 2100 |
3 |
|
MEDT 3401
Integrating Technology into the Curriculum |
3 |
|
SPAN Course
3000/4000-level Spanish elective course |
3 |
|
SPAN Course
3000/4000-level Spanish elective course |
3 |
|
SPAN 4040 or 4170
Spanish Linguistics or Advanced Language Skills |
3 |
Timeline Requirements:
- Take MEDT 3401 (Integrating Technology into the Curriculum)
| Course Name | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
|
SPAN 4484
Senior Capstone |
1 |
|
FORL 4586
Teaching Internship |
9 |
Timeline Requirements:
- Take FORL 4586 (Student Teaching Internship)
- Take the GACE Content Exam
15 Fall Credit Hours + 10 Spring Credit Hours = 25 Credit Hours
Crush Your Course
First Year:
- Take FREN/SPAN 1001 and 1002.
- Already have language experience? Take the placement exam and potentially save time and money be placing into a higher level course.
- Begin EDUC courses.
Middle Years:
- Complete FREN/SPAN 2001 and 2002.
- Begin your second language and Seed courses.
- Participate in a study abroad program.
- Meet regularly with your faculty mentor.
Last Year:
- Present your research at ILC’s Undergraduate Research Symposium or UWG Scholars’ Day.
- Consider adding the Certificate in Global Languages and Cultures.
- Complete FORL 4586 and your Senior Capstone.
Find Your Place
First Year:
- Join ILC activities such as weekly conversation hours, monthly dinners, and student clubs.
- Attend screenings for the International Film Series.
Middle Years:
- Hone your language skills to become an ILC or Center for Academic Success tutor.
- Attend UWG Scholars’ Day.
- Talk to your faculty mentors about research projects you would like to pursue.
Last Year:
- Consider an internship that allows you to apply your knowledge of global languages and cultures.
- Apply for international programs that allow you to teach English abroad and refine your language and teaching skills.
Broaden Your Perspectives
First Year:
- Check out the education abroad office.
Middle Years:
- Consider a study abroad program. Check out students’ stories of their experiences.
Last Year:
- Assess your cultural competency.
- Consider working abroad and research visa regulations.
- Explore practices of creating more inclusive careers.
Connect Off-Campus
First Year:
- Visit Wolves Vote to learn about the voting process and registration.
- Consider volunteering for a campaign or organization in your community.
Middle Years:
- Complete an internship in your field.
- Consider a summer or part-time job.
- Ask your department about networking opportunities with alumni.
Last Year:
- Ask for advice from professionals in your field of interest.
- Explore career shadowing opportunities.
Take Care of Yourself
First Year:
- Visit Health Services.
- Get fit! Visit URec to see all your options.
- Visit the Center for Economic Education and Financial Literacy.
Middle Years:
- Take a fitness class, climb the rock wall, or join an intramural team.
- Consider whether counseling is right for you: take a mental health screening.
Last Year:
- Explore a farmer’s market for fresh produce.
- Develop a post-graduation exercise plan.
- Explore your loan repayment options and complete your exit counseling.
Pave Your Path
First Year:
- Complete a self-assessment to see what careers and majors are right for you.
- Visit Career Services.
- Create your profile on Handshake.
- Consider applying for an on-campus job.
Middle Years:
- Draft your resume and attend a resume blitz.
- Learn about how to network on social media and update your Handshake profile.
- Draft your personal statement.
- Visit the graduate school to find out about graduate programs and admission requirements.
Last Year:
- Request references from professors and supervisors.
- Draft your resume cover letter and personal statement and revise it with career services.
- Attend business fairs and career fairs at UWG and across the state.
- Attend an interview workshop.
- Apply for graduate programs.
Careers
Career Opportunities
This degree may help you get work as the following:
- Aid Organizations
- Education and Research
- Government
- International Business
- Interpretation
- Law
- Non-profits
- Social Work
- Translation
- Travel and Hospitality Industry
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