Portuguese (PORT)

PORT #401 - Elementary Portuguese I

Credits: 4

Conducted in Portuguese, this immersive introduction to Portuguese and the cultures of the Portuguese-speaking world (Brazil, Lusophone Africa, and Portugal) is intended for students without previous exposure to the language. Focuses on conversational and cultural competence while presenting fundamentals of grammar. Students who have taken Portuguese in secondary school must contact the program regarding placement. Students possessing advanced proficiency in Spanish or another Romance language may seek instructor permission to enroll directly in PORT #402. PORT #401 and PORT #402 jointly satisfy the foreign language requirement for the Bachelor of Arts degree.

Grade Mode: Letter Grading

PORT #402 - Elementary Portuguese II

Credits: 4

Conducted in Portuguese, this course introduces Portuguese and the cultures of the Portuguese-speaking world. Focuses on conversational and cultural competence while presenting fundamentals of grammar. Students with prior exposure to Portuguese must contact the program regarding placement. Students possessing advanced proficiency in Spanish or another Romance language may directly enroll in PORT #402 with instructor permission. PORT #401 and PORT #402 jointly satisfy the foreign language requirement.

Attributes: Foreign Language Requirement

Prerequisite(s): PORT #401 with a minimum grade of D-.

Grade Mode: Letter Grading

PORT #503 - Intermediate Portuguese I

Credits: 4

Conducted in Portuguese, this course emphasizes development of reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills, essential grammar, and continued exploration of Portuguese-speaking cultures. Students who have taken Portuguese in secondary school are encouraged to contact the program regarding placement. Satisfies the foreign language requirement. Counts as an elective for the major in Spanish.

Attributes: World Cultures(Discovery)

Grade Mode: Letter Grading

PORT #795 - Independent Study in Portuguese

Credits: 1-4

Guided individual study in language, literature, and culture from the Portuguese-speaking world. Topics selected by instructor and student in conference. Barring duplication of content, may be repeated.

Repeat Rule: May be repeated for a maximum of 8 credits.

Grade Mode: Letter Grading