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Ever changing, unpredictable and full of surprises! These are politics in Latin America. Now more than ever it is essential to evaluate events holistically to assess the social, economic, and political complexities at play. Market conditions and economic growth are favorable, and investment into the region is up, but the constant changes coming up with elections make it an intricate part of the world to understand.

The Master's Degree in Anthropology of Latin America is organised jointly by the Universities of Salamanca, Valladolid and León. It focuses on anthropological specialisation, applied to knowledge of the cultures of the Latin American area. It has optional subjects that deal with sociological and, more generally, humanistic aspects, always in relation to the ethnology of the aforementioned socio-cultural area. The comparative and intercultural perspectives that are proposed in the research that is required to obtain the Master's degree are also very appropriate for studying in depth the relationship between the Iberian Peninsula and Latin America in areas such as indigenous peoples, emigration, education, international relations, tourism, heritage, cooperation, etc.

The two-year interdisciplinary research master’s in Latin American Studies addresses cutting-edge debates on the social and cultural issues in present-day Latin America and the Caribbean region.

The master’s programme of Latin American Studies offered by Leiden University supports the teaching and research of the social, cultural, historical, and linguistic diversity of contemporary Latin America, a region of mind-blowing diversity and global impact.

The Latin American Studies BA program offers students a comprehensive look into the history, culture, politics, and societies of Latin America. It combines coursework in areas like history, geography,...

The Latin American and Caribbean Area Studies Program (LACAS) offers an interdisciplinary approach to the study of Latin America, the Caribbean, and people of Latin American and Caribbean descent in the United States. LACAS majors examine culture and economic and social problems throughout the Americas. By choosing this central, students not only learn more about a range of cultures and societies but also about global interconnectedness.

Gain advanced expertise in Latin American institutions—social, economic, political, and cultural—and prepare for impactful academic or professional careers in the region.

Undertaking doctoral research allows you to develop in-depth knowledge while making a meaningful contribution to your chosen field. With guidance from our expert supervisors, you'll carry out extensive independent research culminating in a thesis of up to 100,000 words. The Centre for Latin American and Caribbean Studies (CLACS), based at the Institute of Languages, Cultures and Societies, offers specialist doctoral supervision across the humanities and social sciences, covering Latin America and the Caribbean.

We are pleased that you have expressed interest in the Master of Latin American Studies. This document aims to provide you with comprehensive information regarding the study and qualification goals, as well as the distinctive features of the program.

Mexico/Latin American/Latinx Studies is an interdisciplinary program that focuses on the diverse histories and cultures of the Americas. A degree in this rich field will open opportunities for you in the United States and abroad. The continuing importance of Latin America for the United States and the growing Latina/o population in the Bay Area creates a number of opportunities for students to work in government, business, teaching, community organizing, law, and a host of other related fields.

This master's degree is an advanced academic programme that complements students' language training with an in-depth study of Spanish and Latin American literature. It reflects the growing interest in Hispanic language and culture in all international arenas, particularly in the English-speaking world.

Graduates possess a general knowledge of the problems of Latin America in relation to its historical development and characteristic culture that has evolved since the late 16th century, on the basis of pre-Colombian communities and immigration from colonial metropolises and Africa. Graduates have a knowledge of the basic facts of Latin American history, and the ability to learn new facts, being helped by the knowledge of the theory and methodology of the discipline. Graduates are familiar with the development of opinions on the basic problems of the region’s history, and the discipline’s institutions, personalities, periodicals, and key works. They have developed language skills in Spanish and English enabling them to study specialized literature and engage in discussions within the international scientific community.

The Latina/o Studies Bachelor of Arts program offers students a chance to explore the rich history, culture, and experiences of Latina/o communities. It focuses on understanding the social, political,...

The Chicana/Chicano Studies (CHS) major emphasizes preparation for those interested in teaching; specialists in bilingual and cross-cultural education; majors in other academic fields who wish to include an additional scope in their field; students pursuing advanced degrees (M.A., M.S.W., Ph.D., or J.D.); and those entering a variety of occupations such as business, communications, urban affairs, government, social work, school administration, counseling, criminology, law, foreign services and other related fields.

We train innovative and competent specialists for anthropological and critical analysis in the field of ethnological and ethnographic studies from its beginnings to the most contemporary trends.