Program Overview

Master Program in Latin American Studies

The Master's program in Latin American Studies aims to provide central knowledge of historical, literary, musical, and social anthropological sciences about Latin American societies. It lays theoretical, empirical, and linguistic foundations to grasp the diversity of cultural forms and practices of European conquerors, settlers, and immigrants, as well as indigenous populations and today's hybrid and multicultural Latin American national societies. The program builds on the prior knowledge that students bring from a BA degree in fields such as history, language and literature, social anthropology, or musicology.

Program Details

• The program is designed to provide a comprehensive understanding of Latin American societies.
• It covers various disciplines, including history, literature, music, and social anthropology.
• The program is built on the foundation of a BA degree in relevant fields.

Program Leadership

• Program Director: Prof. Dr. Christian B³schges
• Academic Advisor: Dr. Carlos Olano
• Subject Area Representatives:
  • Prof. Dr. Tobias Haller, Institute of Social Anthropology
  • Prof. Dr. Britta Sweers, Institute of Musicology
  • Prof. Dr. Benedicte Vauthier, Institute of Language and Hispanic Literatures

Curriculum

• The program includes a range of courses and seminars that provide a deep understanding of Latin American societies.
• Commented Course Catalog - HS 2025 (PDF, 5.3 MB)

Frequently Asked Questions

• FAQ Latin American Studies

Research Areas

The program focuses on various research areas, including:

• Historical sciences
• Literary sciences
• Musicology
• Social anthropology

Additional Information

For more detailed information about the program, please refer to the official program documentation.