BA in Spanish in Baltimore United States | Johns Hopkins University

Our diverse curriculum spans from beginner to advanced levels, covering conversation, composition, and cultural studies to enhance your linguistic abilities while fostering an understanding of historical, political, and social frameworks. Our literature courses employ both historical and critical-theoretical approaches, focusing on detailed text analysis and modern literary criticism theories rooted in contemporary philosophy, psychoanalysis, anthropology, and linguistics.
Learning Spanish and Portuguese provides a gateway to vibrant cultures, diverse communities, and rich traditions worldwide. It connects you to the multifaceted cultural and literary landscapes of Spanish and Portuguese-speaking regions across Europe, Latin America, Africa, and Asia. The Department of Modern Languages and Literatures offers comprehensive language courses at all proficiency levels, alongside studies in literature, culture, film, media, intellectual history, and political thought. We aim to equip students with interdisciplinary knowledge, advanced language skills, critical analysis capabilities, and a global perspective to thrive as engaged world citizens.