MA in Latin American Studies (LAS MA)
Boston, USA
DURATION
1 Years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
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TUITION FEES
USD 30,525 / per semester **
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
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** 12-18 credits per semester
Key Summary
Introduction
The Master of Arts in Latin American Studies (LAS) prepares students for work in the private sector, government, policy and research think tanks, non-governmental organizations, international institutions, and education. It is a versatile and rigorous one-year program that provides students with an interdisciplinary understanding of the regional context, languages, dynamics, and issues in Latin America today.
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Curriculum
The MA in Latin American Studies requires a total of 32 credits divided among core (8 credits) and LAS electives (24 credits).
Actual year-to-year course offerings vary depending on faculty availability. Most classes are taught once per year, but some may be taught less frequently.
Core (8 Credits)
- GRS IR 713 Latin America: Past & Present (4 credits)
- One 4-credit research methods course chosen in consultation with the student’s adviser
LAS Electives (24 Credits)
Students take six courses related to Latin America, chosen with the approval of the Latin American Studies Program director. At least one course must come from history or the social sciences, and at least one course must come from literature, culture, or art history.