Program Overview
The Latin American Studies minor delves into the multifaceted dynamics of Latin America, exploring cultural, political, social, and economic issues. Open to students from all faculties, it complements diverse fields and enhances career prospects in areas like community development, international relations, and research. The program encourages international exchange experiences and requires 18 credit hours of coursework from various departments.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
The Latin American Studies minor explores the diverse cultural, political, social, and economic dynamics of Latin America. It examines the conflicts generated by unequal power relations and addresses fundamental issues such as human rights, Indigenous mobilization, and political democratization. The minor is open to students in all faculties and can complement fields such as law, education, medicine, economics, business, social work, science, and engineering.
Outline:
The program consists of 18 credit hours of courses from a minimum of two departments, including anthropology, history, French, Spanish, and Italian. Students are encouraged to participate in international exchange programs to Latin America, which may count towards the minor.
Careers:
The minor can enhance career opportunities in fields such as community development, international relations, teaching, research, and communications.