Supplement your skills, pursue a passion, or complement your major with vital knowledge to stand out to employers by adding an academic minor.
A college minor offers students an opportunity to broaden their learning experience. Have a focused career path in sight? Choose a minor that will separate you from your peers in the minds of future employers. Passionate about a topic besides your major? Expand your knowledge and develop your understanding of the subject.
Academic Minors (A-to-Z List):
Accounting (12 credit hours)
The accounting minor is a useful complement to a major in management or general business. Like the other structured minors, it offers greater employment potential. It is particularly useful to someone working in or operating a small business.
| Course # | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ACC 211 | Principles of Accounting I | 3 |
| ACC 212 | Principles of Accounting II | 3 |
| ACC 311 | Intermediate Accounting I | 3 |
One of the following:
| Course # | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ACC 312 | Intermediate Accounting II | 3 |
| ACC 321 | Tax Accounting | 3 |
Analytics (23 credit hours)
The analytics minor is a useful complement to majors in health
or natural sciences. Like other structured minors, it offers greater
employment potential.
Required Courses
| Course # | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| MAT 123 | Introduction to Applied Statistics | 4 |
| MAT 124 | Intermediate Applied Statistics | 4 |
| MAT 220 | Applied Regression Analysis | 3 |
| MAT 222 | Statistical Computing | 3 |
| MAT 224 | Applied Biostatistics | 3 |
| MAT 228 | Applied Statistical Inquiry | 3 |
| CSC XXX | Any Computer Science Course | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours | 23 | |
Anatomy (21 credit hours)
The anatomy minor is designed for those who want an in-depth knowledge of the human body. A more through knowledge of anatomy will give students that plan a career in the health sciences, research or education a solid background in the anatomical sciences.
Introductory Courses
Students must select two of the following introductory courses:
| Course # | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| BIO 101/L | Introductory Biology I with Lab | 4 |
| and BIO 102/L | Introductory Biology II with Lab | 4 |
| OR | ||
| BIO 107/L | Human Anatomy and Physiology I with Lab | 4 |
| and BIO 108/L | Human Anatomy and Physiology II with Lab | 4 |
Required Courses
| Course # | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| BIO 317/L | Comparative Anatomy/Lab | 4 |
| BIO 339/L | Human Gross Anatomy/Lab | 6 |
| BIO/MNS 499 | Capstone Experience | 0-2 |
Other Requirements
Students must also select one elective from the following courses:
| Course # | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| BIO 304/L | Microscopic Anatomy/Lab | 4 |
| BIO 389 | Special Topics in Biology (permission of the chair) | 3 |
| BIO 505/L | Neurobiology | 4 |
| BIO 320/L | Developmental Biology | 4 |
Bioinformatics (21 credit hours)
The bioinformatics minor will provide students with an interest in computation and biology the opportunity to explore this rapidly developing field while simultaneously exposing these students to additional coursework in math and computing. Due to the prerequisite coursework required for these courses, it is expected that most students will simultaneous seek a bachelor of science degree in biology, mathematics or chemistry.
Required Courses
| Course # | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| CSC 151 | Introduction to Computer Programming I | 3 |
| CSC 152 | Introduction to Computer Programming II | 3 |
| MAT 124 | Intermediate Applied Statistics | 4 |
| BIO/MAT 375 | Math Modeling in Biology | 3 |
| BIO 350 | Fundamentals of Genomics, Proteomics and Bioinformatics | 3 |
| BIO 351/L | Computational Biology/Lab | 4 |
| BIO/MNS 499 | Capstone Experience | 0-2 |
Biology (18 credit hours)
Any D'Youville student not seeking a degree in biology could complete this minor. It could be used by those who wish to feature a biology foundation in their resumes.
Required Courses
Students must select two of the following introductory courses:
| Course # | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| BIO 101 | Introductory Biology I with Lab | 4 |
| and BIO 102 | Introductory Biology II with Lab | 4 |
| OR | ||
| BIO 107/L | Human Anatomy and Physiology I with Lab | 4 |
| and BIO 108/L | Human Anatomy and Physiology II with Lab | 4 |
Other Requirements
Students must also select three courses (encompassing a minimum of 10 credits) from the following:
| Course # | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| BIO 107/107/L | Human Anatomy and Physiology I/Lab | 3 |
| BIO 108/108/L | Human Anatomy and Physiology II/Lab | 3 |
| BIO 208/208/L | Microbiology/Lab | 3 |
| BIO 216 | Marine Biology | 3 |
| BIO 218 | Invertebrate Zoology | 3 |
| BIO 229 | Ecology | 3 |
| BIO 242 | Evolution | 3 |
| BIO 3XX | Any 300-level BIO course | 3 |
| BIO 4XX | Any 400-level BIO course | 3 |
Business (18 credit hours)
The minor in general business provides courses in accounting, management and economics. Liberal arts majors and those working with small businesses will find this minor helpful. This minor is only available to students who are not accounting and/or management majors.
| Course # | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ACC 211 | Principles of Accounting I | 3 |
| ACC 212 | Principles of Accounting II | 3 |
| ECO 201 | Principles of Economics Macro | 3 |
| ECO 202 | Principles of Economics Micro | 3 |
| ECO 207 | Business Statistics | 3 |
| MGT 305 (or) MKT 304 | Principles of Management (or) Principles of Marketing | 3 |
Chemistry (23 credit hours)
A structured minor in chemistry may be taken by students who are interested in enhancement of their credentials (especially students enrolled in majors already carrying chemistry requirements, e.g., biology).
Required Courses
| Course # | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| CHE 101/101L | General Chemistry I | 4 |
| CHE 102/102L | General Chemistry II | 4 |
| CHE 219/219L | Organic Chemistry I | 4 |
| CHE 220/220L | Organic Chemistry II | 4 |
| CHE/BIO 303/303L | Biochemistry | 4 |
Other Requirements
Students must also select one chemistry elective from the following:
| Course # | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| CHE 311 | Physical Chemistry I | 3 |
| CHE 331 | Analytical Chemistry | 4 |
| CHE 412 | Spectroscopy | 3 |
| CHE 421 | Organometallic Chemistry | 3 |
| CHE 401 | Inorganic Chemistry | 4 |
Other courses may be taken with departmental approval.
English: Literature (15 credit hours)
A minor in English literature offers students in other majors the opportunity to broaden their knowledge of literature and its diverse genres, perspectives, and historical and political contexts. The distribution of course work enables students to enrich their experience of literature by engaging with diverse works of cultural and aesthetic value, contending with important philosophical questions, reimagining histories of past times and places, and fostering their own critical and creative voices. Minors are encouraged to participate in the larger culture of the English program – e.g., scholarly lectures, readings, roundtables.
Required Courses
| Course # | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ENG 237 | Introduction to Literary Criticism | 3 |
Students must also take:
- One 200-level course
- Three 300 or 400 level literature courses
English: Writing and New Media (15 credit hours)
A minor in writing and new media helps students establish the communication skills and visual, information, and media literacies required in professional and academic environments. The writing and new media minor consists of 12 course credits (4 courses) and a required internship (3-12 credits) with a writing or media-based focus. The internship will require a portfolio of work completed for the minor and/or a public performance/presentation.
Required Courses
| Course # | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ENG 232 | Introduction to Creative Writing | 3 |
| or ENG 231 | The Art of the Essay | 3 |
| ENG 235 | Writing for New Media | 3 |
| or ENG 236 | Writing for Social Justice | 3 |
Advanced Creative Writing Workshop
Students must choose one of the following
| Course # | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ENG 303 | Fiction Workshop | 3 |
| ENG 304 | Poetry Workshop | 3 |
| ENG 305 | Screen/Playwriting Workshop | 3 |
| ENG 331 | Advanced Media Studies | 3 |
An internship with a writing- or media-based focus (3-12 credits).
Learn More
More information about Writing and New Media such as:
- Who can benefit from the Minor in Writing & New Media?
- What will the Minor in Writing & New Media do for you?
- Detailed Course Descriptions
Entrepreneurship (12 credit hours)
The purpose of the minor in entrepreneurship is to enable students to expand their skills and knowledge in small business practice management. The structured minor is designed to teach students managerial, financial and marketing concepts relating to small business ownership. The minor is geared toward students who may want to gain expertise in entrepreneurship/small business management or want to own or manage a practice in the future. NOTE: The entrepreneurship minor is available only to non-management majors.
| Course # | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ACC 211 | Principles of Accounting I | 3 |
| MGT 305 | Principles of Management | 3 |
| MGT 321 | Entrepreneurship I: Small Business Planning | 3 |
| MGT 322 | Entrepreneurship II: Small Business Operations | 3 |
Environmental Sciences (23 credits)
The minor in Environmental Sciences prepares students for continued graduate study in environmental science or to enter the workforce in government, industry, education, regulatory and consulting firms. Although this minor is not limited to chemistry and biology majors, they are likely the students that would take advantage of this opportunity. This minor will allow them to build on their interest in the environment without sacrificing the multitude of educational and career opportunities that their near fundamental degrees provide.
Required Courses
| Course # | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| BIO 101/L | Introductory Biology I with Laboratory (and) | 4 |
| BIO 102/L | Introductory Biology II with Laboratory | 4 |
| OR | ||
| BIO 101/L | Introductory Biology I with Laboratory (and) | 4 |
| BIO 303/CHE 303/L | Biochemistry with Laboratory | 4 |
| Other courses: | ||
| BIO 230/L | Foundations of Environmental Science with Laboratory | 4 |
| BIO 231/L | Environmental Geology with Laboratory | 4 |
| CHE 331/L | Analytical Chemistry with Laboratory | 4 |
| BIO/CHE/MAT/MNS 499 | Capstone Experience | 0-2 |
One of the following
| Course # | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| BIO 216 | Marine Biology | 3 |
| BIO 218 | Invertebrate Biology with Laboratory | 4 |
| BIO 229 | Ecology with Laboratory | 4 |
| BIO 242 | Evolution | 3 |
| BIO 314 | Botany with Laboratory | 4 |
| BIO 330/L | Environmental Microbiology with Laboratory | 4 |
| BIO 331/L | Conservation Biology with Laboratory | 4 |
| BIO 389/390 | Special Topics Course (with MNS permission) | 3 |
| CHE 389/390 | Special Topics Course (with MNS permission) | 3 |
Exercise and Sports Studies (17 credit hours)
The exercise and sports studies minor is designed to assist students in developing necessary knowledge, skills and abilities in the ever-growing field of health and fitness, sport and competitive athletics.
For students majoring in the allied health professions, this program provides the fundamental dynamics of how sport impacts individuals and society through both a biomedical approach and a critical examination of the psychological and sociological dimensions of sport and physical activity.
Required Courses
| Course # | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ESS 101 | Introduction to Exercise and Sports Studies | 3 |
| ESS 201 | Principles of First Aid, Safety & Athletic Injury | 3 |
| ESS 301 | Fitness Evaluation & Exercise Prescription | 3 |
| ESS 270 | Exercise and Sports Studies Practicum | 3 |
| DTC 328 | Nutrition for Fitness and Athletics | 2 |
| SOC 312 | Sociology of Sport & Physical Activity | 3 |
| OR | ||
| Special Topics in Exercise and Sports Studies | 3 | |
| Total | 17 | |
Fine Arts (18 credit hours)
The Fine Arts minor is designed to provide an interdisciplinary approach to creative human expression for students interested in artistic performance, process and inquiry. Students have flexibility in designing their course of study within the minor, and may choose to acquire either an in-depth understanding of a particular art – visual arts, dance, theater, music – or broader, critical awareness of the visual and performing arts.
Students wishing to earn a fine arts minor will submit a portfolio documenting their creative and/or critical activities at D'Youville College at the end of their program to a committee of three faculty members for evaluation. This personal archive will generally consist of written programs, lists of repertoire studied and performed, samples of creative and/or critical work, and other evidence of creative achievements, including participation in public performances and/or exhibitions, as part of study toward the minor. The portfolio will be integrated into PHI 423 Philosophy of Art.
Required Courses
| Course # | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| PHI 423 | Philosophy of Art | 3 |
Other Requirements
Students must chose five of the following courses (encompassing a minimum of 15 credits), two of which must be at the 300-400 level
| Course # | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| DAN 101 | Introduction to Dance | 3 |
| DAN 210 | Introduction to Ballet | 3 |
| DAN 300 | Elements of Dance Composition | 3 |
| DAN 305 | Dance Technique and Performance | 3 |
| FA 105 | Introduction to Photography | 3 |
| FA 205 | Drawing | 3 |
| FA 210 | Design | 3 |
| FA 218 | History of Western Art | 3 |
| FA 305 | Painting | 3 |
| FA 314 | Art of the Film | 3 |
| FA 320 | History of Visual Arts in America | 3 |
| FA 327 | Modern Art | 3 |
| FA 328 | Art and the Everyday | 3 |
| FA 330 | Frank Lloyd Wright and American Architecture | 3 |
| FA 380 | Art: Special Topics | 3 |
| MUS 100 | Appreciation of Music | 3 |
| MUS 103 | Chorus | 1 |
| MUS 200 | Appreciation of Music 2 | 3 |
| MUS 209 | Introduction to the American Musical Theater | 3 |
| THE 104 | Theatre Production | 3 |
| THE 202 | Introduction to Acting | 3 |
| THE 444 | Theatre as Outreach | 3 |
| ENG 213 | Drama | 3 |
| ENG 302 | Shakespeare | 3 |
Health Services Administration (15 credit hours)
This minor provides an opportunity for the development of specialized knowledge in the area of health services administration. A variety of students might seize this opportunity -- e.g. nursing majors interested in administrative career tracks, sociology majors interested in doing graduate work in social or preventative medicine, business and/or management students interested in health services administration.
| Course # | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| MGT 305 | Principles of Management | 3 |
| MGT 435 | Healthcare Management | 3 |
| HRM 309 | Human Resources Management | 3 |
Two of the following:
| Course # | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| HSM 220 | Community Health | 3 |
| HSM 406 | Information Technology in Healthcare | 3 |
| HSM 410 | Healthcare Law | 3 |
History (15 credit hours)
This minor requires any two courses at the 100 or 200 level including the required course for the core (6 credit hours). An additional three courses at the 300-400 level (9 credit hours) is also required.
Management (15 credit hours)
The management minor provides a foundation in management skills -- a plus for career advancement. Management skills are extremely useful in any job. Many jobs such as administrative assistant and social worker require skills in management. Not only does this minor aid in career advancement, but it provides a broader background for admission to graduate programs in different management areas.
| Course # | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| MGT 305 | Principles of Management | 3 |
| MKT 304 | Principles of Marketing | 3 |
| Select three courses from the areas of Management, Marketing or Human Resources Management. | 9 |
Mathematics (18 credit hours)
A structured minor in mathematics may be taken by students who are interested in enhancement of their credentials (especially students enrolled in majors already carrying mathematics requirements, e.g., biology).
Required Courses
Students must select two of the following introductory courses:
| Course # | Course Name |
|---|---|
| MAT 125 | Calculus I |
| MAT 126 | Calculus II |
| MAT 202 | Calculus III |
| Two 300-400 level mathematics courses |
Medical Sociology (15 Credit Hours)
This minor is open to any student who is not already majoring in Sociology. It is especially tailored to students pursuing careers in health care who are interested in learning about how to better understand the broad patient population which they will experience, while improving the health of others by better appreciating how health and illness are experienced in society. Specifically, students will learn about how things like gender, race, class, ability, sexual orientation, and educational attainment – among other factors – result in differential access to and quality of health care.
| Course | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| SOC 101 or SOC 102 | Introduction to Sociology or Social Problems (Pre-Requisite) | 3 |
| SOC 309 | Disability and Rehabilitation | 3 |
| SOC 313 | Health Disparities | 3 |
| SOC 322 | Health, Illness and Society | 3 |
| SOC 400 | Social Epidemiology | 3 |
Natural Sciences (21 credit hours)
Although any D'Youville student not seeking a degree in biology or chemistry can achieve this minor, it could easily be used by liberal studies in education (pre-elementary education) students to highlight their interest in the sciences since they already currently take 18 of these credits. The minor requires 21 hours, including at least one physics, one chemistry, one biology and three laboratory courses, chosen from the following list. Additional courses may be applied with departmental approval.
Required Courses
| Course # | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| BIO 101 | Introductory Biology I with Laboratory | 4 |
| BIO 102 | Introductory Biology II with Laboratory | 4 |
| BIO 105 | Human Biology with Laboratory | 4 |
| (or) BIO 107/L | Human Anatomy and Physiology I with or without Lab | 3-4 |
| BIO 108/L | Human Anatomy and Physiology II with or without Lab | 3-4 |
| BIO 117 | Drugs and Disease | 3 |
| BIO 145 | The Process of Scientific Discovery | 3 |
| BIO 210 | Modern Topics in Biology | 3 |
| BIO 215/215/L | Environmental Science with or without Lab | 3-4 |
| BIO 223 | Evolution and Human Heredity | 3 |
| CHE 101/101/L | General Chemistry I with or without Lab | 3-4 |
| CHE 102/102/L | General Chemistry II with or without Lab | 3-4 |
| CHE 131/L | Measurement Laboratory | 1 |
| CHE 142/L | Molecules with Lab | 4 |
| CHE 145 | The Process of Scientific Discovery | 3 |
| PHY 101/101/L | General Physics I with Lab | 4 |
| or PHY 111/111/L | Introduction to Physics I with Lab | 4 |
| PHY 102/102/L | General Physics II with Lab | 4 |
| or PHY 112/112/L | Introduction to Physics II with Lab | 4 |
| PHY 142/142/L | Astronomy with or without Lab | 3-4 |
| PHY 145 | The Process of Scientific Discovery | 3 |
| PHY 151 | Physics for Poets | 3 |
| BIO, CHE, PHY 389-390 | Special Topics | 3 |
Nutrition (12 credit hours)
The nutrition minor provides an opportunity for the student to develop proficiency in the highly popular field of nutrition.
Intended for students of all majors, this minor can be used for personal or professional development. Health professions majors will find this minor particularly beneficial as the health care field continues its focus on an integrated approach to treating the whole person
Required Courses
| Course # | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| DTC 306 | Principles of Nutrition | 3 |
| or NTR 325 | Nutrition and Health | 3 |
| DTC 210 | Food and Culture | 2 |
| DTC 327 | Nutrition Throughout the Lifecycle | 3 |
| DTC 328 | Nutrition for Fitness and Athletic Performance | 2 |
| DTC 425 | Diet Therapy | 2 |
Philosophy (15 credit hours)
The minor in philosophy requires a total of five courses for 15 credit hours. It is designed to provide an acquaintance with critical analysis and an appreciation for the philosophical foundation of other disciplines.
The courses selected for the minor are regularly available so that there is ample opportunity for students to complete the required number of hours. Advisors should be made aware of a student's interest in declaring a minor.
Required Courses
| Course # | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| PHI 201 | Ethics in Theory and Action | 3 |
| PHI 204 | Logic and Practical Reasoning | 3 |
| Two 300-level courses | ||
| One 400-level course |
Pre-Law (15 credit hours)
This minor provides the pre-law student with a range of courses that introduce legal thinking, acquaints the student with areas where a law background is often used and prepares the student for successful entry into and completion of law school.
Required Courses
| Course # | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ECO 201 | Principles of Economics-Macro | 3 |
| PSC 201 | American Government & Economics | 3 |
| PHI 204 | Logic-LSAT Preparation Course (NC) | 3 |
One of the following
| Course # | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| MGT 305 | Principles of Management | 3 |
| OR ACC 211 | Principles of Accounting | 3 |
ONE OF THE FOLLOWING
| Name | Position | Club |
|---|---|---|
| Law 303 | Business Law I | 3 |
| OR Law 304 | Business Law II | 3 |
| OR HIS 330 | History of Constitutional Law | 3 |
NOTE: Some of the above courses will be designated as writing intensive.
The pre-law minor is expected to take four writing intensive courses, from the above or in the General Education curriculum curriculum. The minor also includes an LSAT (Legal Scholastic Aptitude Test) preparation and access to information on law schools.
Questions?
Contact D'Youville's Pre-Law Advisors, Dr. Abbarno or Dr. Schulte for more information.
Psychology (15 credit hours)
The psychology minor is designed to enhance a student's academic experience and to provide background for those planning to pursue careers in any field that involves dealing with people. Students wishing to minor in psychology must complete 15 credits.
Required Courses
| Course # | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| PSY 101 | General Psychology | 3 |
Other Requirements
Students must also choose two of the following:
| Course # | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| PSY 202 | Research Methods in the Behavioral Sciences | 3 |
| PSY 203 | Developmental Psychology | 3 |
| PSY 204 | Physiological Psychology | 3 |
| PSY 205 | Social Psychology | 3 |
| PSY 206 | Abnormal Psychology | 3 |
| Two additional courses at any level (see course listings in psychology) |
Public Health (18 credit hours)
Public Health Minor (18 Credit Hours)
The minor consists of six courses (18 credits). The first five courses are foundational courses for public health majors. For the sixth course students may select one elective from a list of courses approved for the public health major. Public health focuses on the health of populations rather than individuals and in an excellent complement to many clinical degrees.
Required Courses:
| Course Number | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| HSM 110 |
Introduction to Public HealthPublic health aims to prevent and treat disease and to promote and protect health
through strategies that engage the community. This course will examine the history
of public health as well as core areas of public health including assessment, assurance
and policy development. Students will learn about health promotion and disease promotion
and disease prevention of communicable and non-communicable disease social and behavioral
aspects of health, epidemiology, environmental health and health policy. |
3.0 |
| SOC 400 |
Social EpidemiologyThis course focuses on social epidemiology,the factors determining the occurrence
and distribution of disease,health defects,disability and death among groups. The
interdisciplinary nature of epidemiological theory,statistical measures commonly used,and
an analysis of the distribution of health care in the United States are studied. |
3.0 |
| PH 301 |
Health BehaviorThis course will review the determinants of health-related behavior and important
theories, as well as discuss how these theories can be practically applied in planning,
implementing, and evaluating public health programs. This course will begin to answer
the meta-question as it relates to health behavior: "Why do people do what they do?"
|
3.0 |
| PH 302 |
Global HealthThis course will prepare future health professionals to work in a global market whether it is in their local community or in some faraway land. This course will provide insights in understanding global health issues and the improvement of health at a population level. Prerequisites: HSM-110 |
3 |
| HSM 312 |
Health Edu Program Planning & EvaluationThis course focuses on health education at the individual and population levels. Students
will learn how to conduct a community diagnosis, mobilize communities for action in
promoting healthy behaviors at individual and community levels. Students will learn
how to align strategies with Healthy People 2010 and measure improvements. |
3.0 |
| *Elective | 3 | |
| Total | 18 | |
* List is not exhaustive.
Religious Studies (15 credit hours)
The religious studies minor requires a total of 5 courses for 15 credit hours. It is designed to provide foundational knowledge of religious beliefs from various religious perspectives and across academic disciplines.
Required Courses
| Course # | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| RS 102 | Belief and Unbelief | 3 |
Additional Requirements
Students are required to take one course from the following list
| Course # | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| RS 101 | Introduction to the Bible | 3 |
| RS 202 | Life of Christ | 3 |
| RS 309 | Letters of Paul | 3 |
| RS/PHI 410 | Philosophy of Religion | 3 |
Students may select the remaining three courses from the following:
| Course # | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| RS 209 | Major Western Faiths | 3 |
| RS 211 | Catholicism Today | 3 |
| PHI/RS 411 | Mysticism | 3 |
| RS/HIS 351 | Religion in American History | 3 |
| RS 315 | Spirituality in Human Experience | 3 |
| RS 201 | Religion and Social Responsibility | 3 |
| RS 214 | Challenges of Death | 3 |
| RS 316 | Catholic School Teaching | 3 |
| PHI/RS 312 | Bioethics | 3 |
| RS/PSY 369 | Psychology of Religion | 3 |
Sociology (15 credit hours)
The minor in sociology is designed for students who are interested in gaining a greater understanding of social and cultural organization and patterns of human interaction. It is open to students in any field other than sociology.
Required Courses
| Course # | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| SOC 101 | General Psychology | 3 |
| OR | ||
| SOC 102 | Social Problems | 3 |
Additional Requirements
Students must also take four additional sociology courses at any level, only two of which can be cross-listed with the student's major.
Spanish (12 credit hours)
Spanish (12 credit hours)
The minor in Spanish is designed to give students the opportunity to acquire an intermediate or higher level of proficiency. Students who begin Spanish at D'Youville will be required to take the first two semesters of Spanish (SPA 101-102). Students exempt from elementary courses will be required to take more advanced courses at the 100-300 level.
- Emphasis on oral communication, speaking and listening skills
- Choose a minimum of 4 three-credit courses to earn a minor
- In some instances courses taken may also be used to satisfy the General Education curriculum
Spanish Minor (12 Credit Hours)
The minor in Spanish is designed to give students the opportunity to acquire an intermediate or higher level of proficiency. Students who begin Spanish at D'Youville will be required to take the first two semesters of Spanish. Students exempt from elementary courses will be required to take more advanced courses at the 100- to 300-level.
Required Courses for Student Not Exempt from SPA 101:
| Course Number | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| SPA 101 |
Beginner Spanish ISPA 101 is designed to introduce true beginners to the Spanish language. The primary
focus of the course is to provide you with a basic knowledge of Spanish through
the extensive practice of the four fundamental skills in language learning: listening,
speaking, reading, and writing. Attention is also given to the fifth language skill-
cultural awareness. Through a communicative approach and through the use of the
Spanish language, students will learn the fundamental grammatical workings of the
Spanish language and apply their knowledge of such concepts in both spoken and written
exercises. Integrated throughout the course, are lessons and readings linked to
the daily activities and basic aspects of the Hispanic culture, which vary from
country to country. |
3.0 |
| SPA 102 |
Beginner Spanish IIThis course is the second semester of beginner Spanish and the continuation of SPA
101. Before moving forward to the material of SPA 102, the course begins with a
review of the salient points of SPA 101. The primary focus of the course is to
expand your knowledge of the Spanish language and enable you to acquire an elementary
foundation of the Spanish language. There will be extensive practice of the four
fundamental skills: speaking, listening, reading, and writing. Increased attention
is also given to the fifth skill of cultural awareness. Through a communicative
approach and an increased use of the Spanish language, students will learn the fundamental
grammatical workings of the Spanish language and apply their knowledge of such concepts
in both spoken and written exercises. Integrated throughout the course, are lessons
and readings linked to the daily activities and basic aspects of the Hispanic culture,
which vary from country to country. |
3.0 |
| SPA 201 |
Intermediate Spanish ISpanish 201 is an intermediate-level integrated skills language course that will
expand on the language skills mastered in Spanish 101 and 102 or SPA 103, or SPA
104. The course begins with a quick review of the salient points of beginner Spanish
before it introduces you to the intermediate level material. This course will enhance
your proficiency in the Spanish language and acquire an intermediate-level foundation
in the Spanish language. There will be extensive practice of the four fundamental
skills: listening, speaking, reading, and writing, as well as extensive instruction
on culture. Through a communicative approach and the exclusive use of Spanish, students
will learn more complex grammatical structures of the Spanish language and apply
their knowledge of such concepts in both spoken and written exercises. Integrated
throughout the course, are lessons and readings linked to the daily activities and
basic aspects of the Hispanic culture, which vary from country to country. |
3.0 |
| SPA |
One additional SPA course One additional SPA course
|
3 |
| Total | 12 | |
Required Courses for Students Exempt from SPA 101:
| Course Number | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| SPA | 3 | |
| SPA 201 |
Intermediate Spanish ISpanish 201 is an intermediate-level integrated skills language course that will
expand on the language skills mastered in Spanish 101 and 102 or SPA 103, or SPA
104. The course begins with a quick review of the salient points of beginner Spanish
before it introduces you to the intermediate level material. This course will enhance
your proficiency in the Spanish language and acquire an intermediate-level foundation
in the Spanish language. There will be extensive practice of the four fundamental
skills: listening, speaking, reading, and writing, as well as extensive instruction
on culture. Through a communicative approach and the exclusive use of Spanish, students
will learn more complex grammatical structures of the Spanish language and apply
their knowledge of such concepts in both spoken and written exercises. Integrated
throughout the course, are lessons and readings linked to the daily activities and
basic aspects of the Hispanic culture, which vary from country to country. |
3.0 |
| SPA |
Two additional SPA courses Two additional SPA courses
|
6 |
| Total | 12 | |
Required Courses for Students exempt from SPA 102 or 103 will take:
| Course Number | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| SPA 201 |
Intermediate Spanish ISpanish 201 is an intermediate-level integrated skills language course that will
expand on the language skills mastered in Spanish 101 and 102 or SPA 103, or SPA
104. The course begins with a quick review of the salient points of beginner Spanish
before it introduces you to the intermediate level material. This course will enhance
your proficiency in the Spanish language and acquire an intermediate-level foundation
in the Spanish language. There will be extensive practice of the four fundamental
skills: listening, speaking, reading, and writing, as well as extensive instruction
on culture. Through a communicative approach and the exclusive use of Spanish, students
will learn more complex grammatical structures of the Spanish language and apply
their knowledge of such concepts in both spoken and written exercises. Integrated
throughout the course, are lessons and readings linked to the daily activities and
basic aspects of the Hispanic culture, which vary from country to country. |
3.0 |
| SPA |
Three additional SPA coursesThree additional SPA courses
|
9 |
| Total | 12 | |
Required Courses for Students exempt from SPA 201 and/or SPA 202 will take:
| Course Number | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| SPA |
Any four SPA coursesAny four SPA courses
|
12 |
| Total | 12 | |
Questions?
Not sure what Spanish course to register for? Contact Dr. Paola Kersch at kerschp@dyc.edu for more information.
Spanish for the Health Professions (12 credit hours)
Spanish for the Health Professions (12 credit hours)
A minor in Spanish for the Health Professions provide not only linguistic competence, but an understanding of sociocultural aspects of Hispanic ethnic groups, which is essential to a professional's ability to work with Spanish-speaking persons
- Learn conversational Spanish, providing relevant and in-demand skills for healthcare professionals
- Choose a minimum of 4 three-credit courses to earn a minor
- In some instances courses taken may also be used to satisfy the General Education curriculum
Spanish for the Health Professions (12 Credit Hours)
Several major fields of study are enhanced by a minor in second language professional studies. Nursing, social work, and business fields have a need for professionals who are able to communicate in Spanish. A minor in Spanish for the Health Professions makes a graduate more employable in many areas of the country where Spanish is spoken by a significant number of persons.
This minor will provide not only linguistic competence but an understanding of sociocultural aspects of these ethnic groups, which is essential to a professional’s ability to work with Spanish-speaking persons.
Required courses for students not exempt from SPA 101:
| Course Number | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| SPA 101 |
Beginner Spanish ISPA 101 is designed to introduce true beginners to the Spanish language. The primary
focus of the course is to provide you with a basic knowledge of Spanish through
the extensive practice of the four fundamental skills in language learning: listening,
speaking, reading, and writing. Attention is also given to the fifth language skill-
cultural awareness. Through a communicative approach and through the use of the
Spanish language, students will learn the fundamental grammatical workings of the
Spanish language and apply their knowledge of such concepts in both spoken and written
exercises. Integrated throughout the course, are lessons and readings linked to
the daily activities and basic aspects of the Hispanic culture, which vary from
country to country. |
3.0 |
| SPA 102 |
Beginner Spanish IIThis course is the second semester of beginner Spanish and the continuation of SPA
101. Before moving forward to the material of SPA 102, the course begins with a
review of the salient points of SPA 101. The primary focus of the course is to
expand your knowledge of the Spanish language and enable you to acquire an elementary
foundation of the Spanish language. There will be extensive practice of the four
fundamental skills: speaking, listening, reading, and writing. Increased attention
is also given to the fifth skill of cultural awareness. Through a communicative
approach and an increased use of the Spanish language, students will learn the fundamental
grammatical workings of the Spanish language and apply their knowledge of such concepts
in both spoken and written exercises. Integrated throughout the course, are lessons
and readings linked to the daily activities and basic aspects of the Hispanic culture,
which vary from country to country. |
3.0 |
| SPA 153 |
Spanish for Health Professions ISPA 153 is an advanced beginner-intermediate level course designed to introduce students
to a more specialized vocabulary linked to the different health professions and build
awareness of the many cultural and health topics specific to the Hispanic population.
The course aims to provide students with an intermediate level proficiency in both
the written and oral forms of the Spanish language and the necessary communicative
skills to better serve their future Spanish-speaking clients or patients. In class,
students will practice the four fundamental skills of language learning: listening,speaking,reading
and writing. A lot of attention is also given to the fifth skill-cultural awareness.
Through a communicative approach, students will review the fundamental grammatical
workings of the Spanish language and apply your knowledge of such concepts in both
written and spoken exercises. |
3.0 |
| SPA 154 |
Spanish for Health ProfessionsThis course is a continuation of SPA 153. |
3.0 |
| Total | 12 | |
Required courses for students exempt from SPA 101:
| Course Number | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| SPA 102 |
Beginner Spanish IIThis course is the second semester of beginner Spanish and the continuation of SPA
101. Before moving forward to the material of SPA 102, the course begins with a
review of the salient points of SPA 101. The primary focus of the course is to
expand your knowledge of the Spanish language and enable you to acquire an elementary
foundation of the Spanish language. There will be extensive practice of the four
fundamental skills: speaking, listening, reading, and writing. Increased attention
is also given to the fifth skill of cultural awareness. Through a communicative
approach and an increased use of the Spanish language, students will learn the fundamental
grammatical workings of the Spanish language and apply their knowledge of such concepts
in both spoken and written exercises. Integrated throughout the course, are lessons
and readings linked to the daily activities and basic aspects of the Hispanic culture,
which vary from country to country. |
3.0 |
| SPA 153 |
Spanish for Health Professions ISPA 153 is an advanced beginner-intermediate level course designed to introduce students
to a more specialized vocabulary linked to the different health professions and build
awareness of the many cultural and health topics specific to the Hispanic population.
The course aims to provide students with an intermediate level proficiency in both
the written and oral forms of the Spanish language and the necessary communicative
skills to better serve their future Spanish-speaking clients or patients. In class,
students will practice the four fundamental skills of language learning: listening,speaking,reading
and writing. A lot of attention is also given to the fifth skill-cultural awareness.
Through a communicative approach, students will review the fundamental grammatical
workings of the Spanish language and apply your knowledge of such concepts in both
written and spoken exercises. |
3.0 |
| SPA 154 |
Spanish for Health ProfessionsThis course is a continuation of SPA 153. |
3.0 |
| SPA |
One additional SPA courseOne additional SPA course |
3 |
| Total | 12 | |
Required courses for students exempt from SPA 102, SPA 103, SPA 201 and/or SPA 202:
| Course Number | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| SPA 153 |
Spanish for Health Professions ISPA 153 is an advanced beginner-intermediate level course designed to introduce students
to a more specialized vocabulary linked to the different health professions and build
awareness of the many cultural and health topics specific to the Hispanic population.
The course aims to provide students with an intermediate level proficiency in both
the written and oral forms of the Spanish language and the necessary communicative
skills to better serve their future Spanish-speaking clients or patients. In class,
students will practice the four fundamental skills of language learning: listening,speaking,reading
and writing. A lot of attention is also given to the fifth skill-cultural awareness.
Through a communicative approach, students will review the fundamental grammatical
workings of the Spanish language and apply your knowledge of such concepts in both
written and spoken exercises. |
3.0 |
| SPA 154 |
Spanish for Health ProfessionsThis course is a continuation of SPA 153. |
3.0 |
| SPA |
Two additional SPA coursesTwo additional SPA courses
|
6 |
| Total | 12 | |
Questions?
Not sure what Spanish course to register for? Contact Dr. Paola Kersch at kerschp@dyc.edu for more information.