Certificate in Language and Intercultural Communication - Spanish at Rice University

Programme overview

A 12-credit-hour certificate in Spanish language and intercultural communication, awarded alongside a Rice degree. Students build the ability to speak with native speakers, write clearly in Spanish, and understand key sociocultural differences associated with the language.

Faculty: School of Humanities | Duration: 12 credit hours (minimum 4 courses) | Study mode: full-time | Location: Houston, TX, United States

What you will study

A minimum of 4 courses (12 credit hours), at least 3 taught in Spanish: 2 SPAN courses at the 200-level or above and 2 SPAN courses at the 300-level or above. Also includes an experiential learning component (study abroad, internship or approved coursework) and an outcomes assessment. At least one course must be SPAN 330 or above (two if the student places into SPAN 264 or higher); one LALX course can count toward this.

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Entry requirements

Certificate in Language and Intercultural Communication (Spanish), applies to this certificate: students must first declare a major, then declare intent to pursue the certificate; it is awarded with the Rice degree and is not a freestanding programme. A Language Placement Test is required (online, before and during fall and spring registration). Minimum certificate GPA 2.00 and minimum grade of C in each counting course. Up to 2 courses (6 credit hours) may be transfer credit. SPAN 222, AP/other credit, IB credit and A-Level credit do not fulfill the 200-level requirement.

Duration: 12 credit hours (minimum 4 courses)

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