BA in Spanish - Hispanic Studies in San Bernardino United States | California State University, San Bernardino

The Spanish Bachelor of Arts program covers these key disciplines: Cultural Studies, Language Structure, Literature of Spain, and Latin American Literature, often incorporating interdisciplinary methods. This curriculum prepares students for single-subject teaching credentials, bilingual education, and careers in diverse fields such as media, marketing, legal professions, law enforcement, commerce, public administration, healthcare, national defense, foreign service, language translation, book publishing, entertainment industries, and more.

Program Learning Objectives
Demonstrate proficiency in three communication styles—interpretive, interactive, and presentational—to engage effectively with native speakers in international settings
Understand and critically evaluate spoken and written materials in Spanish as socially and contextually influenced constructs, enabling meaningful contributions to both local and worldwide communities
Develop analytical skills to ask relevant questions, address challenges responsibly, and bridge cultural gaps using language proficiency and cultural understanding
Apply academic principles flexibly in various real-world situations through active participation in local and international communities
Cultivate intercultural competence to work cooperatively across diverse groups, challenge cultural biases, and appreciate different viewpoints within both Spanish-speaking and home communities