The academic requirements for Romance languages represent a specialized course of study within the larger context of a diverse liberal arts education. Not only are these requirements designed to provide a focused and rigorous approach to the core concepts of the discipline, but they also allow ample opportunities for exploration in other subjects and departments throughout the university. By studying Romance languages at DePauw, you will develop comprehensive expertise in your field while enjoying the benefits of a well-rounded education.
Eleven
Students must meet the requirements for a major in Global French Studies, Hispanic Studies, or Italian Cultural Studies and take at least three courses at the 300-level or above in another Romance language (French, Italian or Spanish) or two courses at the 300-level or above in another Romance language plus one course at the 200-level or above in English through either Hispanic Studies, Global French Studies, or Italian Cultural Studies.
Eight
The senior requirement consists of the completion of either FREN 420, HISP 456, or ITAL 375, 376, 377, 470, 471, or 472 (depending on the primary language studied) with a grade of C or better.
In order to satisfy the Writing in the Major requirement for Romance Languages when the primary language studied is Spanish, students should complete HISP 430: Advanced Composition in addition to the senior seminar (HISP 456). In order to satisfy this requirement for Romance Languages when the primary language studied is French, students should complete a 300-level GFS course designated as a writing in the major course in addition to the senior seminar (FREN 420). In order to satisfy this requirement for Romance Languages when the primary language studied is Italian, students should complete one of the following: ITAL 375, 376, 377, 470, 471, or 472. In all these courses, students will have a variety of writing assignments and opportunities to revise and reflect on their writing. Upon completion of the major, students should be able to write in Spanish, French, or Italian clearly and elegantly for a wide range of audiences and in varied contexts, from informal correspondence through professional and academic discourse.
Leveraging the resources of the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, the Romance languages major at DePauw is an interdisciplinary program that integrates the expertise of multiple departments to develop the knowledge and skills needed to excel in a rapidly changing world.
