克利夫兰州立大学

The Master of Arts in Spanish program provides advanced study in Hispanic language, literature, culture, and linguistics to individuals preparing for, or involved in, a career in teaching, or in other professional programs, such as law and international business. The program meets the needs of students seeking a terminal master's degree and those who are preparing to enter a Ph.D. program, as well as individuals studying for personal enrichment or professional advancement.

The Master of Arts in Spanish degree program is housed in the Department of World Languages, Literatures, and Cultures. The department also offers courses in support of the Master of Education degree with a specialization in Curriculum and Instruction in French, German, and Spanish. Thus, students have the opportunity to be part of a larger group of graduate students and to take related courses, when appropriate, in other language or focus areas.

The program is organized to support both full-time and part-time students, and particularly those holding teaching positions. Courses are offered throughout the academic year and during the summer. Study abroad programs in the summer allow full-time immersion in a Hispanic culture and intensive language study.

The Master of Arts in Spanish program has the following unique features:

A personalized program plan allows students to specialize in an area of interest and makes them aware of their course work as a coherent whole.
The study abroad program allows students to relate to native speakers in their own environment and to apply learning in a practical manner.
The option to include four hours outside of the Spanish area allows students to view their specialized training in a broader humanistic context. This reflects both national trends and the needs of students, especially those who are teachers and will continue in that career.
The inclusion of oral proficiency standards relates to rising enrollments in foreign language study at all levels. In addition, reassessment by the American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages (ACTFL) and professional associations devoted to specific languages, as well as recent trends in the general field of foreign language education, have made this inclusion timely.

CAREER INFORMATION

Graduates of the Master of Arts in Spanish program typically go on to be teachers in local secondary schools, teach at the community-college level, or enter Ph.D. programs in Spanish. Other careers are diverse, including government service, international business or positions in libraries, media, and management fields.