Roadmap Freshman - 4 year: Spanish-English Translation and Interpretation, B.A.

Note: This Roadmap is subject to change based on course needs and scheduling.

Year 1 - 30 units

GE 1B - Student’s Choice of GE Area 1B: Critical Thinking course - 3 units Units: 3
GE 2 - Student’s Choice of GE Area 2: Mathematical Concepts and Quantitative Reasoning course - 3 units Units: 3
GE 3A - Student’s Choice of GE Area 3A: Arts course - 3 units Units: 3
GE 6 - Student’s Choice of GE Area 6: Ethnics Studies course - 3 units Units: 3
SPAN 101 - Elementary Spanish I Units: 4
Recommendations/Notes:
- Schedule an appointment with a Peer Advisor or Academic Advisor in the Academic Advising Center
- Attend Major Fair (First Week of October)
- Remember: All required major courses must be completed with an overall average of C+ or better.
- Attend Study Abroad information session (if interested)

GE 1A - Student’s Choice of GE Area 1A: English Composition - 3 units Units: 3
GE 1C - Student’s Choice of GE Area 1C: Oral Communication course - 3 units Units: 3
GE 5A - Student’s Choice of GE Area 5A: Physical Sciences course - 4 units Units: 4
Take a 5C (lab) with 5A
SPAN 102 - Elementary Spanish II Units: 4
Recommendations/Notes:
- Join at least one student organization (e.g., El Club de Español)
- Meet with SETI faculty advisor to discuss interests (translation, interpreting, domains) and sketch a tentative plan.
- Complete Golden 4 GE (1C, 1A, 1B, and 2)
- Language practice routine: Start a weekly plan (news podcasts, short readings, writing journal) to build consistency.

GE 4 - Student’s Choice of GE Area 4: Social and Behavioral Sciences course - 3 units Units: 3
GE 5B - Student’s Choice of GE Area 5B: Biological Science course - 3 units Units: 3
Student’s Choice of HIST - US History course. Units: 3
Choose one: HIST 270, 271, 272, 275. CHS 350 is an option, however, will need to be taken in semester 5 or later
Student’s Choice of Free Elective Course. Units: 3
Needed for 120 Unit Requirement - Can be any class, any major, any level 100-499 that you have not earned previous credit for.
Complete one from the following:
Complete one series: SPAN 201 & 202 or SPAN 211 & 212
SPAN 201 - Intermediate Spanish I Units: 3
SPAN 211 - Spanish for Heritage Speakers I Units: 3
Recommendations/Notes:
- If you’re a heritage speaker, confirm the SPAN 201/211 pathway with your advisor.
- If it´s available to you, we recommend that you apply to study abroad in a Spanish-speaking country for at least one semester during your Sophomore or Junior year.
- Attend CSU study abroad information sessions and/or application workshops.

POLS 150 - American Political Institutions Units: 3
Student’s Choice of Free Elective Course. Units: 3
Needed for 120 Unit Requirement - Can be any class, any major, any level 100-499 that you have not earned previous credit for.
Student’s Choice of Free Elective Course. Units: 3
Needed for 120 Unit Requirement - Can be any class, any major, any level 100-499 that you have not earned previous credit for.
Student’s Choice of Free Elective Course. Units: 3
Needed for 120 Unit Requirement - Can be any class, any major, any level 100-499 that you have not earned previous credit for.
Complete one from the following:
Complete one series: SPAN 201 & 202 or SPAN 211 & 212
SPAN 202 - Intermediate Spanish II Units: 3
SPAN 212 - Spanish for Heritage Speakers II Units: 3
Recommendations/Notes:
- If it´s available to you, study abroad in a Spanish-speaking country
- Seek a leadership position in a student organization
- Apply for internships, study abroad, or a research opportunity (depending on interests)
- Consider adding a minor and/or certificate
- Meet with SETI faculty advisor to discuss career options and plan upper-division courses.

SPAN 301 - Advanced Spanish Grammar and Composition I Units: 3
SPAN 320 - Introduction to Spanish Translation (Cross-listed as SETI 320) Units: 3
SPAN 321 - Introduction to Spanish-English Interpretation I (Cross-listed SETI 321) Units: 3
SPAN 330 - General Translation Workshop (Cross-listed as SETI 330) Units: 3
Complete one of the following:
UDGE 2 - Student’s Choice of UDGE - 2: Mathematical Concepts - Quantitative Reasoning course - 3 units Units: 3
UDGE 5 - Student’s Choice of UDGE - 5: Science course - 3 units Units: 3
Recommendations/Notes:
- Complete the Learning Online 101 Tutorial to be ready for your upper-division online courses.
- Online course rhythm: Deadlines vary-enter all live sessions and asynchronous due dates in your calendar now.
- Tech basics: Ensure a quiet space, a computer, reliable internet, and headset/mic.
- Create a small virtual study group for translation practice and critique.

SPAN 302 - Advanced Spanish Grammar and Composition II Units: 3
SPAN 322 - Introduction to Spanish-English Interpretation II (Cross-listed as SETI 322) Units: 3
SETI 340 - Computer-Assisted Translation and Interpretation Tools Units: 3
SETI 350 - Translation Analysis and Composition Units: 3
SPAN 420 - Specialized Translation Workshop I (Cross-listed as SETI 420) Units: 3
Recommendations/Notes:
- Meet with a SETI faculty advisor to discuss career plans and Capstone options for senior year.
- Explore grad pathways: Look at M.A. options or specialized certificates; note admission timelines.
- Launch or refine LinkedIn and a simple e-portfolio (samples from 320/330/350/420).

SETI 423 - Specialized Translation Workshop II (Cross-listed as SPAN 423) Units: 3
SETI 450 - Introduction to Literary Translation (Cross-listed as SPAN 450) Units: 3
SETI 451 - Introduction to Healthcare Interpreting (Cross-listed as SPAN 451) Units: 3
UDGE 4 - Student’s Choice of UDGE - 4: Social and Behavioral Sciences course - 3 unit Units: 3
Student’s Choice of Free Elective Course. Units: 3
Needed for 120 Unit Requirement - Can be any class, any major, any level 100-499 that you have not earned previous credit for.
Recommendations/Notes:
- Apply for Graduation (Priority deadline - October 1st)
- Meet with Academic Advisor for Grad Check
- Present research at the CSUCI Student Research Conference or another undergraduate conference
- Complete an Internship, visit the Career Center to prepare for the job market
- Apply for graduate school (if applicable)- Meet w/Graduate Studies Center
- Join a professional organization such as ATA; attend a local conference.

SETI 452 - Healthcare Terminology for Interpreters (Cross-listed as SPAN 452) Units: 3
SETI 497 - Capstone in Translation/Interpretation Units: 3
UDGE 3 - Student’s Choice of UDGE - 3: Arts or Humanities course - 3 unit Units: 3
Student’s Choice of Free Elective Course. Units: 3
Needed for 120 Unit Requirement - Can be any class, any major, any level 100-499 that you have not earned previous credit for.
Student’s Choice of Free Elective Course. Units: 3
Needed for 120 Unit Requirement - Can be any class, any major, any level 100-499 that you have not earned previous credit for.
Recommendations/Notes:
- Attend Grad Fest
- Complete capstone
- Complete an Internship, visit the Career Center to prepare for the job market, apply for graduate school.