Spanish Degrees

Bachelor of Arts in Spanish

This four-year degree is a liberal arts degree that provides in-depth study into all facets of the Spanish language and culture. There is no special application process, but students should declare their major by contacting the academic advisor for the Languages department.

Learn More

Bachelor of Arts in Spanish Education

This four-year degree prepares students to teach Spanish in Secondary education (grades 7-12) settings. Students take major courses from the Languages department and licensure courses through the School of Education. This degree requires separate application to the School of Education.

Learn More

Spanish Minor

This minor can be earned in conjunction with any Bachelor degree major that UVU offers. The minor consists of 18 credit hours of upper division coursework. There are some specific courses required and a number of electives so be sure to contact the advisor for more information.

Learn More

Spanish for the Professions - Translation/Interpreting Minor

Students in the Minor in Spanish for the Professions, Translation, and Interpreting will become familiar with Spanish terminology and different oral and written documents in Spanish from a variety of professional fields. This minor will also provide students with the opportunity to acquire translation and interpreting skills between Spanish and English. This minor consists of 18 credit hours of upper division coursework.
Learn More

Minor in Languages

Pair Spanish with an additional language pr your choosing! This minor can be earned in conjunction with any Bachelor degree major that UVU offers. It requires 9 cr upper division course work in one language and 11 cr of intermediate level course work in another language (prerequisites will vary from student to student)

Learn More

Bachelor of Arts or Science in Integrated Studies; emphasis in Spanish

You can use Spanish as one of two areas of emphasis in the Integrated Studies Bachelor degree. To do this, you pair Spanish with another area of interest to build a customized program of study. You complete 18 hours of upper-division coursework in Spanish, 18 hours of your second emphasis, and 15 hours of Integrated Studies courses. For more information on this degree contact either the Integrated Studies office or the Language Advisor.
Learn More

UVU Professional Licensure

Will Spanish Education, BA meet the educational requirements for the professional credential in the state or US territory you might choose to live during or after completing your UVU degree? Visit the UVU Professional Licensure website to learn more

Spanish Qualifying

Business Spanish Qualifying Exams

UTAH VALLEY UNIVERSITY as the authorized Center by the OFFICIAL CHAMBER OF COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY OF MARDID for the administration of their "Business Spanish Exams" is pleased to offer them to both students and faculty interested in obtaining their Certification.

    Qualifying Exams:
  • Certificado Básico de Español de los Negocios
  • Certificado Superior de Español de los Negocios
  • Diploma de Español de los Negocios
  • Advanced Business Certificate by the Camber of Commerce of Madrid
    The exams are currently offered once a year in the month of April. The exams include:
  • Reading Comprehension.
  • Language Proficiency.
  • Writing proficiency.
  • An Oral Interview.
  • Cost of the exams: $170.00
  • Processing Fee: $15.00
  • (Subject to international exchange rate adjustments)

In preparation for these exams UTAH VALLEY UNIVERSITY is currently offering two semesters of Business Spanish: SPAN 3200 and SPAN 4200, both courses are cross listed with our International Business Program.