Anthropology and Spanish & Latin American Studies, MA drafted

Program Overview

The University of Aberdeen's Anthropology and Spanish & Latin American Studies (MA) program combines the study of human societies and cultures with an in-depth exploration of Spanish language and Latin American culture. It offers a flexible five- or four-year degree program that includes a mandatory study abroad component in Spanish-speaking countries. Graduates gain skills, perspective, and language ability for diverse career paths, including those with an international focus.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

• Combines the study of anthropology, focusing on human societies and cultures, with an in-depth exploration of Spanish language and Latin American culture.
• Offers a flexible five- or four-year degree program.
• Provides graduates with the skills, perspective, and language ability to pursue diverse career paths, including those with an international focus.
• Incorporates a mandatory study abroad component in Spanish-speaking countries for six months in the third year, allowing students to develop their language skills and cultural understanding.

Outline:

• First Year:
• Introduction to Anthropology: Peoples of the World
• Introduction to Anthropology: Questions of Diversity
• Academic Writing for Social Sciences
• Spanish Language 2 or 3
• Encountering the Other in Iberia and the Americas OR Latin America: A Cultural History
• Additional courses to reach 120 credit points
• Second Year:
• Key Debates in Anthropology
• Spanish Language 4
• Latin America: Texts and Contexts
• Third Year:
• Second half-session spent in Spain or Latin America
• Anthropological Theory
• Spanish Language 6
• Two courses in Level 3 Anthropology
• Additional courses in Spanish and Latin American Studies to reach 120 credit points
• Fourth Year:
• Spanish Language 7
• One Dissertation course in Anthropology or Spanish
• Two courses in Level 4 Anthropology
• Additional courses in Spanish and Latin American Studies to reach 60 credit points

Assessment:

• A combination of coursework, practical assessments, and written examinations.
• Coursework includes essays, reports, and other assignments.
• Practical assessments evaluate skills and competencies learned in the course.
• Written examinations test knowledge and understanding of the course material.
• The specific mix of assessment methods varies between subject areas, years of study, and individual courses.
• Honors projects are typically assessed through a written dissertation.

Teaching:

• Individual projects, lectures, research, and tutorials.
• Lecturers are experts in their fields and bring real-world experience to the classroom.
• Small group tutorials allow for personalized feedback and discussion.
• Research opportunities are available for students to gain hands-on experience.
• The department offers a vibrant student anthropology society that organizes academic and social events.

Careers:

• Anthropology prepares graduates for a variety of careers, including those in:
• Cultural and heritage organizations
• Museums and galleries
• Non-governmental organizations (NGOs)
• International development agencies
• Government agencies
• Research institutions
• Education
• Media and communications
• Spanish and Latin American studies open up opportunities in:
• Translation and interpreting
• Teaching
• Journalism
• Diplomacy
• Business
• Public relations
• Marketing
• The program's focus on intercultural communication and understanding is highly valued by employers in increasingly globalized markets.

Other:

• The University of Aberdeen is one of the fastest-growing Anthropology departments in the UK.
• The Department of Spanish & Latin American Studies has a national teaching rating of 'excellent'.
• The program offers students the opportunity to study abroad in a Spanish-speaking country, gaining valuable experience and cultural understanding.
• Graduates are well-prepared for careers in a variety of fields, both in the UK and internationally.
• Specific details about the content of each course
• The names of the faculty members who teach the program
• The exact percentage breakdown of assessment methods in each course
• The specific career paths that graduates have pursued after completing the program

EU / International students: £20,800 Home Students: £1,820 RUK: £9,250