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Regional Studies Latin America
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)
| Standard period of study | 6 semesters |
|---|---|
| Start of study | Winter semester |
| Unterrichtssprachen | German , Other languages |
| Credit points | Compulsory subject: 90 CP + Compulsory Elective Subject: 66 CP + integrated Degree: 12 LP + Bachelor’s Thesis: 12 CP = 180 CP |
Course description
What do the colonisation processes that have been ongoing since the 15th century have to do with the current globalisation movement? What effect have European integration processes had on socio-economic developments in Latin America? What are the links between different aspects of Latin American literature and social events?
Students will focus on these and similar questions in the “Regional Studies of Latin America” course. The degree provides students with basic cultural, literary, social, economic and historical knowledge and methods and also focuses on the following areas:
- The main regional areas: Mexico and Central America, the Caribbean and Venezuela, the River Plate region, Andes region, Brazil
- The main historical themes: Gender relations, slavery, independence movements and nation building, media, migration, knowledge and science
- The main cultural and literary themes: Colonial studies, modernisation processes, media, identity discourse
Students must select one of the obligatory elective subjects and thus have the opportunity to supplement their degree with another speciality from the areas of economics or social sciences. The Regional Studies of Latin America course places a special emphasis on the interdisciplinary themes of transculturation processes, current integration processes in Latin America and relationships with the EU. The degree programme is thus highly interdisciplinary in nature and provides students with a broad understanding of contemporary cultural, social, political and economic globalisation processes.
Requirements
To succeed in your studies, you need above all an interest in the subject matter, a love of reading and a critical approach to texts and scientific theories.
In addition, you should be able to study independently and have good verbal communication skills.
Knowledge at level B1 CEFR is required in the selected study language and must have been demonstrated at the start of Basic Module 1.
Those who do not meet the linguistic requirements for the study language Spanish must acquire the language skills before BM 1 begins.
Those who do not meet the requirements for the study language Portuguese must complete an assessment test before BM 1 begins and, once their level has been determined, attend a suitable preliminary course to achieve level B1.
You can find more information here.
Basic mathematical skills are also advantageous in the compulsory elective subjects.
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Language proficiency and other requirements
It is assumed that you have sufficient knowledge of English to understand academic texts written in English. You do not need to provide explicit proof of this knowledge. In addition, language skills in the language of study at level B1 (CEFR) are required. Proof of his knowledge must be presented before participating in BM 1 Language Practice I in the Department of Romance Studies; For more details, please refer to the Department website. However, any missing language skills can be acquired during your studies as part of the Studium Integrale or at other language institutions.
Structure
Career perspectives
After successfully completing your bachelor's degree, you have the option of continuing on to a master's degree to deepen your specialist knowledge and/or specialize. Alternatively, you can also start working directly in various professional fields. We recommend always completing internships during your studies for better orientation. Internships can be in certain circumstances recognized for your study programme or your Studium Integrale.
Application for the first semester
You can register on the KLIPS 2.0 portal during the application period. You can find further information on the website of the Student Application and Registration Office. Prospective students who are not EU citizens should visit the website of the International Office for information on the application formalities.
Only for NC subjects: It is possible to submit a special application under certain circumstances, e.g. if you are a minor or an elite athlete or in cases of hardship. You can find information on special applications here.