Alumni Story
Why I Chose Spanish & Portuguese
The humanities help us understand the past, learn how to navigate the present, and imagine the future with equity and empathy.
Alumni Story
The humanities help us understand the past, learn how to navigate the present, and imagine the future with equity and empathy.
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Degree Options
Students may elect a major that concentrates in either language and literature or language and linguistics. A major for those wishing to pursue a career in secondary school teaching is also available through the College of Education, as is an interdisciplinary major in which students combine Spanish and two other areas of study.
Portuguese Flagship Program
Become professionally proficiency in Portuguese through the Portuguese Flagship Program. Students from all majors have the opportunity to learn Portuguese through a study abroad experience, cultural immersion, and a year-long capstone program.
Study Abroad
The Department of Spanish and Portuguese currently sponsors programs in Argentine, Brazil, Costa Rica and Spain.
Proficiency Exam
To register for the Spanish Proficiency exam for placement please proceed to the link and follow the instructions given: https://lppe.humanities.arizona.edu/
Spanish is Alex's first language and helping others is his first priority. By broadening his Spanish language skills, he will be an understanding healer dedicated to improving health care for underserved communities.
Our majors have gone on to exciting careers around the world in a wide variety of industries.
See what you can do with your degree.
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