The Associate of Arts in Spanish for Transfer (AA-T) provides transfer majors with a strong foundation not only in the four basic language skills (listening comprehension, reading comprehension, speaking and writing), but also in the civilization and cultures of Spain and Latin America. The degree emphasizes the acquisition of communicative competence and the development of intercultural awareness, appreciation and understanding. Additionally, the Spanish courses align well with preparation for transfer majors in related fields such as liberal arts, language arts and linguistics, and complement majors in international relations, political science, business, education, sociology and other areas of study at UC, CSU, and private colleges and universities.
A.A.-Transfer Degree Level Student Learning Outcomes
Students completing the Spanish A.A.-Transfer Degree will:
- Communicate orally and in writing in Spanish in real life situations.
- Read and comprehend Spanish at levels commensurate with those of students seeking an AA degree in Spanish.
Students receiving this transfer degree must meet the following requirements:
- Completion of 60 semester units or 90 quarter units that are eligible for transfer to the California State University, including both of the following:
- The California General Education Transfer Curriculum (Cal-GETC).
- A minimum of 18 semester units or 27 quarter units in a major or area of emphasis, as determined by the community college district.
- Obtainment of a minimum grade point average of 2.0.
- Meet the 12-unit residency requirement.
ADTs also require that students must earn a "C" (or "P") or better in all courses required for the major or area of emphasis.
| Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Required courses: 1 | ||
| SPAN 101 | Spanish I | 5 |
| SPAN 102 | Spanish II | 5 |
| SPAN 201 | Spanish III | 5 |
| or SPAN 210 | Intermediate Spanish for Spanish Speakers I | |
| SPAN 202 | Spanish IV | 5 |
| or SPAN 211 | Intermediate Spanish for Spanish Speakers II | |
| List A: Select one (1) of the following courses: | ||
| Financial Accounting | 4 | |
or ACCT 101H | Financial Accounting - Honors | |
| Introduction to World Literature: Ancient - Early Modern | 3 | |
| Introduction to World Literature: 1600's through Twentieth Century | 3 | |
| Latin American Culture and Civilization | 3 | |
| History of Latin America to 1825 | 3 | |
| History of Modern Latin America | 3 | |
| History of Mexico | 3 | |
| Spanish Civilization | 3 | |
| Spanish Civilization | 3 | |
| Interpersonal Communication | 3 | |
| Course substitutions: | ||
| Introduction to Cultural Anthropology | 3 | |
or ANTH 210H | Introduction to Cultural Anthropology - Honors | |
| Introduction to Chicano/Latino Studies | 3 | |
| Race and Ethnicity | 3 | |
| Introduction to Sociology | 3 | |
or SOC 201H | Introduction to Sociology - Honors | |
| Total Units | 23-24 | |
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If a student places out of any required course and is not awarded units for that course, the student will have to take additional units to compensate for the course/units needed to reach at least 18 total units in the major (per Title 5 regulations). Appropriate course substitutions may be from List A or from Course Substitutions. Any other course substitutions must be approved by the Spanish faculty of World Languages.
2-Year Curriculum Map Example
This map represents one possible pathway through the program and is only for reference.
*It is highly recommended that you make an appointment to create a customized education plan that fits your needs.
| First Year | ||
|---|---|---|
| Fall Term 1 | Units | |
| SPAN 101 | Spanish I | 5 |
| Cal-GETC Area 1A: English Composition | 4 | |
| Cal-GETC Area 2: Mathematical Concepts and Quantitative Reasoning | 4 | |
| UC/CSU Elective | 3 | |
| Units | 16 | |
| Spring Term 2 | ||
| SPAN 102 | Spanish II | 5 |
| Cal-GETC Area 1B: Critical Thinking and Composition | 4 | |
| Cal-GETC Area 1C: Oral Communication | 3 | |
| UC/CSU Elective | 3 | |
| Units | 15 | |
| Second Year | ||
| Fall Term 2 | ||
| SPAN 201 or SPAN 210 | Spanish III or Intermediate Spanish for Spanish Speakers I | 5 |
| HIST 130 | Latin American Culture and Civilization or History of Latin America to 1825 or History of Modern Latin America or History of Mexico or Spanish Civilization or Spanish Civilization | 3 |
| POLS C1000 or POLS C1000H | American Government and Politics or American Government and Politics - Honors | 3 |
| Cal-GETC Area 5B: Biological Science with Lab | 3 | |
| Units | 14 | |
| Spring Term 2 | ||
| SPAN 202 or SPAN 211 | Spanish IV or Intermediate Spanish for Spanish Speakers II | 5 |
| Cal-GETC Area 5A: Physical Science without Lab | 4 | |
| HIST C1001 | United States History to 1877 or United States History to 1877 - Honors or United States History since 1865 or United States History since 1865 - Honors or African-American History to 1876 or African-American History since 1876 or History of Women in the United States | 3 |
| UC/CSU Elective | 3 | |
| Units | 15 | |
| Total Units | 60 | |
Please make an appointment with a counselor to select elective courses and create a Student Educational Plan. Associate Degrees for Transfer (ADTs) are designed for transfer to the California State University (CSU) system. Additional coursework may be needed for students planning to transfer to the University of California (UC), independent or private institutions, or out-of-state colleges or universities.
Career Opportunities
There are a variety of careers you can do with this major.
To explore more about this major, schedule an appointment with a career counselor.