AA Spanish
Ken Gordon School of Communication, Creative and Digital Media
Digital Media and Communication
Programme Description
The Associate in Arts degree in Spanish is designed to provide a strong foundation in using the Spanish Language in speech and writing and in understanding Latin American history, culture and civilization.
Requirements
Minimum five (5) CSEC/GCE O’ Level subjects, inclusive of English A and Mathematics, Grades 1,2,3* or A, B, C. *Grade 3 accepted if attained in June 1998 and beyond.
Mature Entry: Applicants over 25, with a minimum of 5 years’ relevant work experience are also considered for admission. Such candidates must submit detailed curriculum vitae and a portfolio of their work with the application form. The Department may also conduct interviews to determine the candidate’s readiness to pursue the certificate programme.
Tuition & Fees
| FeesType | Citizens | Caricom | International | Per |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Applications: Online | Free | Free | Free | Application |
| Registration | $80.00 | $80.00 | $80.00 | Semester |
| Tuition | $300.00 | $400.00 | $750.00 | Credit |
| Administrative | $100.00 | $100.00 | $100.00 | Semester |
| Technology | $100.00 | $100.00 | $100.00 | Semester |
| Student Inusurance | $30.00 | $30.00 | $30.00 | Annum |
| Student Guild | $100.00 | $100.00 | $100.00 | Annum |
Courses
| Course Type | Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course in the Major | SPAN 121 | Conversation in Spanish | 4 |
| Course in the Major | HIST 235 | Latin American History 2 | 3 |
| Course in the Major | LAST 120 | Introduction to Latin American Studies | 3 |
| Course in the Major | LAST 121 | International Relations and Latin America | 3 |
| Course in the Major | SPAN 105 | Basic Spanish: All About Me | 3 |
| Course in the Major | SPAN 107 | Spanish for Travel and Tourism | 3 |
| Course in the Major | SPAN 108 | Spanish for Social Settings | 3 |
| Course in the Major | SPAN 210 | Latin American Civilization and Culture I | 3 |
| Course in the Major | SPAN 211 | Latin American Civilization and Culture 2 | 3 |
| Course in the Major | SPAN 140 | Spanish Language I | 4 |
| Course in the Major | SPAN 150 | Contrastive Grammar | 4 |
| Course in the Major | SPAN 231 | Spanish Language II | 4 |
| Course in the Major | SPAN 295 | Spanish Language III | 4 |
| SPAN 246 | Socio-Cultural Issues in Latin America I | 4 | |
| Total Credits for Required Courses in the Major | 48 | ||
| Core Curriculum Course | WRIT 117 | Fundamentals of Writing | 3 |
| Core Curriculum Course | COMM 108 | Oral Presentation Skills | 3 |
| Core Curriculum Course | LIBS 130 | Fundamental Research Skills | 3 |
| Core Curriculum Course | FYEC 100 | First Year Experience Course | 3 |
| Core Curriculum Course | MATH 116 | Contemporary College Mathematics | 3 |
| Total Core Curriculum Courses | 15 | ||
| Total Credits in the Major | 63 |
Additional Information
Semester
September & January Semesters
In Person / Online / Blended
Blended
Gate Funding Availability:
Yes
Payment Plan Availability:
Yes
Campus
North Learning Centre
Email:
DMAC@costaatt.edu.tt
Telephone:
625-5030 ext. 8612
