Master of Arts in Latin American Studies
Curriculum
The Master of Arts in Latin American Studies degree program allows students to acquire expertise in multiple aspects of Latin America. Building on the dynamic interdisciplinary structure of the School of Arts and Humanities, the program has an integrated curriculum that connects literary, historical, cultural and visual studies. Students seeking the MA in Latin American Studies may thus elect a professional option or a research option. Students with plans for doctoral study should choose the research option. Both options require students to demonstrate proficiency in an approved foreign language and to complete an approved internship or study abroad. The research option also requires completion of a capstone project.
Career Options
Graduates of the program seek positions such as: teacher/educator, writer, editor, historian, legal/policy administrator, non-profit manager and other advanced positions in research or professional practice. Career settings may include higher education, non-profits, cultural and historical organizations, government agencies, international development organizations, publishing houses, museums and archives, business/corporate entities and independent consulting.
Application Requirements
Degree requirements: Normally students applying for admission to the Graduate Program in Latin American Studies should have a previous degree (BA or BS) in arts and humanities fields, demonstrated interest and experience in Latin American studies, and a grade point average of 3.3 (especially in upper-division undergraduate work).
Deadlines: University deadlines apply.
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Contact Information
Pia K. Jakobsson
Graduate Academic Advisor
Phone: 972-883-4706
Email: [email protected]
Office: JO 4.128
Julia Maddox
Graduate Admissions
Phone: 972-883-4419
Email: [email protected]
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School of Arts and Humanities
The University of Texas at Dallas, JO31
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Richardson, TX 75080-3021
Phone: 972-883-2759 or 972-883-2980
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