Foreign Languages Foreign Languages General Information Foreign Language study increases a student's communication skills, enhances his ability to analyze social and cultural problems, and provides him with a knowledge of the fine arts and literature. Students contemplating graduate study should be advised that most advanced degrees require demonstrated competency in one or more foreign languages. In addition, successful language study before entrance into graduate school enhances the probability of acceptance into competitive graduate programs. Career opportunities are enhanced if a person adds language competence to other requisite skills. (Career information is available in the Department of Foreign Languages.) A bachelor of arts degree is offered with a major or teaching major in Foreign Language: French, German or Spanish. Minors and teaching minors in French, German, or Spanish, as well as composite minors, and a departmental honors program are also offered. To complete a language emphasis for the BIS degree a student must complete 20 hours in the classroom, 9 of which must be upper division. Credit granted through special examination will not apply. Language Requirement for the Bachelor of Arts Degree A candidate for a bachelor of arts degree must demonstrate competence in one or more foreign languages. This requirement must be met upon the completion of one of the following: (1) 24 hours credit in one or more languages; (2) the successful completion of foreign language 202; (3) earning a "C" grade or better in any upper division foreign language course not taught in translation or, (4) proof of competence through testing. (Students anticipating graduate study or completing their degree at another institution should meet this requirement in one language. Students in the Fine Arts may find the option of using more than one language attractive.) English as a Second Language Credit Students for whom English is a second language may receive 24 hours of foreign language credit in English to meet the BA. requiremenL The English Department will certify this credit after verifying the language skill by the following procedure: A. Verify proficiency in the non-English native language in cooperation with the Foreign Language Department. B. Verify proficiency in English as a second language by one of the following: 1. Challenge and pass the ESL Exit Test at WSC. 2. Complete the special examination request form and take the ESL special examination. Special Examination Students may obtain a maximum of 25 hours of credit by doing one of the following: (1) pass a special examination, if previous credit at this level has not been granted, (2) earn a "C grade or better in an upper division language class. Upon payment of a nominal fee, credit earned in this fashion is recorded as "credit" on the transcript and does not affect the student's GPA, Similarity, a student may receive credit for 15 hours (the equivalent of the first year) through examination or by earning a "C" grade or better in foreign language courses 201 or 202. The Foreign Language Department may accept results from other foreign language testing centers as evidence of language proficiency. Apphcation for the special examination for credit is to be made at the office of the Department of Foreign Languages. PROGRAM: MAJOR OR TEACHING MAJOR (FRENCH, GERMAN OR SPANISH) BACHELOR OF ARTS DEGREE General Requirements: • Specific College Requirements (see index). • Requirements for General Education (see index). • Psych SS101 (5) in the Social Science area and Commun HU102 (3) in the Humanities area are recommended for teaching majors. • A minor is required. • A grade of C or better in aU major courses. • Majors must have an overall GPA of 2.00 or C. (reaching majors must achieve an overall GPA of 2.50). • 183 total hours are required for this degree. Sixty of the 183 hours must be upper division (courses numbered 300 and above). • At least 8 credit hours of foreign language courses numbered above 300 must be completed at Weber State College. • Students obtaining a Teaching major must satisfy the School of Education Certification Program (see Teaching Education Program). These courses must include the following: Educ 195 (1), 300 (2), 350 (5), 363 (3), 462 (4), 364 (4), 495 (15), 499 (3). Specific Requirements: • Prerequisite courses: 101 (5), 102 (5), 103 (5): HU201 (5), HU202 (5) or equivalent preparation. • 36 to 40 hours of upper division credit. • Required courses: HU304 (3), HU305 (3), HU306 (3), 330 (3). French students must also complete French HU311 (3), HU312 (3), HU313 (3). German and Spanish students must also complete at least four of the six survey courses HU311 (3), HU312 (3), HU313 (3), HU314 (3), HU315 (3), HU316 (3). • Courses to elect from: 300 (3), HU3Q2 (3), HU303 (3), 309 (3), HU370 (3), 401 (3), 483 (1-3), 492 (1-6), 499. French students may also elect from: French 420 (4), 430 (4), 440 (4), 450 (3). German students may elect to take 410 (3). Spanish students may also elect from: Span 344 (1), 411 (3), 412 (3X 414 (3), 415 (3), 416 (3), 417 (3),430 (3). • Majors may also elect from courses taught by other departments upon prior approval of their major adviser and the department chair. • 330 must be completed before 340. • 340 (5) must be completed prior to commencing student teaching. In addition, candidates must pass a foreign language departmental proficiency examination in each language they plan to teach. • Teaching majors must student-teach in their language for a minimum of one quarter. • Majors must also complete at least one quarter's successful study in a second foreign language. • Support course recommended: Anthro SS204 (5). PROGRAM: FOREIGN LANGUAGE DEPARTMENTAL HONORS General Requirements: • Enroll in General Honors and complete at least 10 hours of General Honors courses (see the Interdisciplinary Programs section of the catalog). • Maintain an overall GPA of 33. • Fulfill requirements for departmental or teaching majors in French, German or Spanish. Specific Requirements: • Li fulfilling the requirements for a Foreign Language major take at least 15 credit hours on an Honors basis. • Complete a Foreign Language Senior RojecL • A student may receive Foreign Language Honors credit in any Foreign Language upper division course. Permission from the department chair should be sought before registering in a course for Honors credit. A written agreement should be reached with the appropriate professor regarding the work expected for Honors credit. (See the Interdisciplinary Programs section of the catalog.) PROGRAM: MINOR OR TEACHING MINOR (FRENCH, GERMAN, OR SPANISH) General Requirements: • A grade of C or better in all minor courses. • At least 5 credit hours of foreign language courses numbered above 300 must be completed at Weber State College. Specific Requirements: • Prerequisite courses: 101 (5), 102 (5), 103 (5), HU201 (5), HU202 (5) or equivalent preparation. • Minimum of 18 upper division credit hours for minor (23 for teaching minors). • Courses required: HU304 (3X HU305 (3), HU306 (3) plus any 9 upper division hours. • Teaching minors must take 330 (3) and 340 (5). 340 must be completed prior to student teaching. In addition, candidates must pass a foreign language departmental proficiency examination in each language they plan to teach. • 330 should be taken before 340. • Teaching Minors should student-teach in their language for a minimum of one quarter. • Minors must include one literature course taught in the language. ASIAN STUDIES MINOR PROGRAM The Department of Foreign Languages participates in the Asian Studies Minor Program. Students who wish to enroll should indicate their desire to do so with the departmental representative who will help them work out a proper combination of courses to fit their particular needs. (See the mterdisciplinary Programs section of the catalog.) LATIN AMERICAN STUDIES MINOR PROGRAM The Department of Foreign Languages participates in the Latin American Studies Minor Program. Students who wish to enroll should indicate their desire to do so with the departmental representative who will help them work out a proper combination of courses to fit their particular needs. (See the Interdisciplinary Programs section of the catalog.) FOREIGN LANGUAGE COURSES Courses listed here have a common number and description and may be taught in any language (subject to academic and community needs, as well as to the availability of resources). Courses peculiar to French, German and Spanish are listed separately. ALL LANGUAGES e 100. Folk Songs (1) Folk songs in the target language. No prerequisite. May be repeated up to three times under different titles. 101, 102, 103. First Year* (5-5-5) Listening and speaking skills receive primary emphasis, although reading and writing are an integral part of the program. Courses are sequential, and the previous course is a prerequisite. 105. Language Exploration (1-5) A two-week exploration of salient characteristics of language and culture in from one to five different languages. No prerequisites. 110. Conversational Skills for Special Purposes (1-5) Special vocabulary and speaking skills in one quarter. (i.e, nursing, law enforcement, medical, tourism, family language courses, etc.) May be repeated for credit under different titles. Student Services Interdisc. 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