Spanish and Latin American Studies (BA)
Explore the Spanish language and Latin American cultures.
Why choose this program?
A degree in Spanish and Latin American Studies from Dalhousie helps you engage with over 400 million people living in 22 countries and provides a solid foundation for anyone wanting to experience this vibrant world.
Our small and intimate program means you’ll get personal attention from faculty and staff on a first-name basis.
Admission requirements
Minimum admission requirements
To be considered for admission to this program, you must meet minimum academic criteria:
- Completion of secondary school (Grade 12)
- Achievement of the minimum average for your program of choice.
- Completion of Grade 12 English (or equivalent course).
Admission to many Dalhousie programs is competitive. This means that meeting minimum requirements does not guarantee admission.
Program-specific admission requirements
Minimum overall average: 70%
Academic English 12
Four additional academic subjects
If you have some prior knowledge of the language, you’ll need to take a placement test to determine your level of ability and which language course you’ll start on.
Financial information
A university education is a significant financial investment. Every student is unique, and so are their financial circumstances. We offer competitive tuition, a robust scholarship and bursary program, and resources and support to help you explore financial options and develop a plan that works for you.
Program options
With a degree in Spanish and Latin American Studies, you can immerse yourself in a community that offers a complete range of educational opportunities in Spanish language, history, literature, film, and culture.
The following Spanish and Latin American Studies program options are offered by Dalhousie University’s Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences. Connect with an academic advisor after you start your studies to explore options such as:
Bachelor of Arts, Major or Double Major in Spanish
Bachelor of Arts, Honours or Combined Honours in Spanish
Minors in Spanish, Hispanic Culture, Hispanic Literature, or Latin American Studies
What you will learn
The Spanish and Latin American Studies program is about much more than just learning the language. All our courses explore the diversity and culture of the Spanish-speaking world: from the study of Hispanic literature and film to the exploration of Spanish society and the Cuban Revolution. Many of our non-language courses are taught in English.
Sample courses may include:
Beginning Spanish
Spanish on the Go
Accelerated Beginning Spanish
Spanish for Business
Evolving Spain: History, Culture, Society
Latin American Dictators: From Fact to Fiction
Language and Culture through Telecollaboration
Social Development in Cuba
Politics in Latin America
Golden Age Poetry and Prose
Honours Reading Class
Independent Advanced Hispanic Studies
A degree in Spanish and Latin American Studies helps you engage with a global community and provides a solid foundation for anyone wanting to experience the Hispanic world.
Careers
Spanish language skills and knowledge of Latin American social/political history and culture can be tremendous assets to anyone considering the fields of international business and development, as well as anyone interested in working with government agencies or non-profit organizations.
Future studies could include programs at the graduate level in arts and business administration or a professional program such as law.
