Minor in Spanish
OVERVIEW
Who is this program for?
A minor in Spanish is perfect for students who want to enhance their communication skills and cultural understanding, which can open doors in a variety of fields, including international business, healthcare, education, and diplomacy. With Spanish being one of the most widely spoken languages in the world, this program prepares students for careers in translation, social services, travel and tourism, or roles that require cross-cultural competency in a globalized world.
Program Overview
Broaden your communication skills and cultural understanding with the Spanish Minor at the University of Kentucky. As one of the most widely spoken languages in the world, proficiency in Spanish can enhance your career prospects and enrich your personal experiences.
Whether you’re majoring in business, healthcare, education, international studies, communication, law, or virtually any other field, a minor in Spanish can give you a competitive edge. Through coursework focused on language, literature, culture, and conversation, you’ll develop skills in speaking, writing, and understanding Spanish, while also gaining valuable insights into Hispanic cultures.
In today’s globalized world, employers value bilingual professionals who can connect with diverse communities and operate effectively in multicultural environments. The Spanish Minor can prepare you for careers in international business, healthcare, education, social work, journalism, tourism, government, and beyond.
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What You'll Learn
Degree requirements, course descriptions and academic policies for all programs are detailed in the University Catalog.
Get a Head Start with an
Accelerated Pathway
This program is part of the Accelerated Master's Pathways program. If you plan to obtain a related master's degree, this program can save you time and money with dual credit hours when you sign up.
How to Add this Minor
Prospective students: Minors and certificates are declared once you are a current University of Kentucky student.
Current students: You can add this minor online in myUK GPS. Under "My Program of Study" on the right side of the screen, click the link "Request a major/minor/certificate change". If you need help, contact your academic advisor.
You should talk with your advisor about how adding a program to your plan of study will impact graduation time and any graduation requirements of your major.
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