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Gain a comprehensive understanding of Latin America's diverse cultures and regions through this interdisciplinary program. You'll explore subjects ranging from anthropology and art history to geography, history, and political science, while developing language skills in Spanish and Portuguese. The Latin American Studies curriculum provides exceptional flexibility, allowing you to combine courses from various departments including Anthropology, Art History, Visual Arts, French, Hispanic and Italian Studies, Geography, History, Social Work, and Political Science, along with language studies. This program deepens your understanding of a region that plays a vital role in global cultural, economic, and political affairs. You can pursue either a major or minor in Latin American Studies, with opportunities for international study terms available biennially.
Career prospects
Graduates of Latin American Studies develop versatile skills valued across multiple sectors and government agencies. This program prepares students for rewarding careers in public service, government, international relations, business, education, humanitarian efforts, legal fields, healthcare, non-profit organizations, diplomatic services, tourism, language services, agriculture, and numerous other professional paths.
Graduation from a university-preparatory program at a senior secondary school: Higher Secondary School Certificate awarded on completion of Standard XII. Certificates must be official. Photocopies are acceptable if certified by school principal, head, or counsellor. Notarized copies are not acceptable.
English Language Admission Standard: Canadian Academic English Language assessment - Overall 70; Cambridge English Qualifications – 180; UBC Certificate in English – 600; International English Language Testing System (Academic) - 6.5, with no part less than 6.0; Pearson Test of English (Academic) - Overall: 65, Reading: 60, Listening: 60, Writing: 60, Speaking: 60; Test of English as a Foreign Language Internet-based test - Overall: 90, Reading: 22, Listening: 22, Writing: 21, Speaking: 21.