University Catalog 2026-2027

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Spanish (Certificate)

A four-semester program of study in Spanish as an additional language to allow undergraduate students to develop competence in and knowledge of the Spanish language, increased understanding and appreciation of Spanish and Hispanic cultures and greater knowledge of the countries where Spanish is spoken. This program is open to undergraduates in any major and of any class standing.

Plan Requirements

  • A total of 12 semester hours is required; at least six credit hours must be taken at NC State. The remaining credit hours may be taken through affiliate programs (e.g. the UNC Language Exchange or an NC State Study Abroad program).

Track 1

WLSP 101Elementary Spanish I3
WLSP 102Elementary Spanish II3
WLSP 201Intermediate Spanish I3
WLSP 202Intermediate Spanish II3


Track 2

WLSP 102Elementary Spanish II3
WLSP 201Intermediate Spanish I3
or WLSP 212 Spanish: Language, Technology, Culture
WLSP 202Intermediate Spanish II3
Choose one 3-credit 300-level Spanish class3
Total Hours12

Track 3

WLSP 201Intermediate Spanish I3
or WLSP 212 Spanish: Language, Technology, Culture
WLSP 202Intermediate Spanish II3
Choose two 3-credit, 300-level Spanish classes3
Students who place into and complete WLSP 201 will receive credit for WLSP 1023
Total Hours12

Track 4

WLSP 202Intermediate Spanish II3
Choose two 3-credit 300-level Spanish classes6
Students who place into and complete WLSP 202 will receive credit for WLSP 2013
Total Hours12
  • Students who place into WLSP 202 should consider pursuing the Spanish Minor instead of the certificate.
  • There are no other required examinations, presentations, or external learning experiences.
  • Satisfactory completion of the certificate program requires:
    • completion of the coursework noted above
    • a grade of C-or better in all courses used to satisfy the certificate requirements
    • an overall GPA of 2.0 or better for all courses used to satisfy the certificate requirements