BA in Portuguese in Santa Barbara United States | University of California, Santa Barbara

Pursuing a Portuguese major enables you to master both written and spoken Portuguese while gaining deep insights into the literary traditions and cultural landscapes of Portugal, Brazil, and various African nations including Angola, Cape Verde, Guinea-Bissau, São Tomé and Príncipe, and Mozambique. The language also maintains historical significance in regions like Macau (China), East Timor (Southeast Asia), and Goa (India). This interdisciplinary program encourages exploration across diverse fields—from linguistics and literature to history and social sciences—while offering opportunities to connect with complementary disciplines like Spanish studies, History, Black Studies, Global Studies, and Sociology.