AP Spanish Literature & Culture

We use Spanish as the language of instruction to develop competence in the ability to understand, speak, read, and write Spanish and to provide through the knowledge and use of this language a deepened understanding and appreciation of the literature and culture of people from Spain and Latin America. We also explore the social, historical, religious, political, and ideological backgrounds of the authors and their works. Students will read and analyze texts of several genres including poetry, prose, and theater. Teachers speak almost exclusively in Spanish and students are expected to use as much Spanish as possible. After completing the AP Spanish Language class the year before or the Spanish for native speakers III class, taught entirely in Spanish, students are prepared to discuss and analyze Spanish and Latin American literature in the target language. Throughout this course, students are expected to read works by a variety of authors from Latin America and Spain, while learning about the cultural and historical background of the works, authors, and countries. In addition, they will explore the social and cultural values of Latin America and Spain.

From the SCUSD High School Course Catalog 2025–2026, page 82.

PrerequisiteCompletion of AP Language or Fluency in Spanish and teacher approval.