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Monash University

Spanish and Latin American studies - Faculty of Arts

Offered by the School of Languages Cultures and Linguistics

Programs in Spanish and Latin American studies are suitable for students wishing to specialise in the discipline, and for those requiring a broad education in the humanities. Language study is a compulsory part of Spanish and Latin American studies and is designed to enable students to develop a high level of communicative competence (including specialised registers and translation skills). The study of Spanish and Latin American history and culture is conducted from first year in English. Optional units, covering Spain and Latin America are introduced from the second year in Spanish and aim to develop a critical awareness of fundamental areas of Spanish and Latin American studies including linguistics, literature, cultural theory and film. All programs develop writing and research skills appropriate to advanced independent study.

For information on the units required for a major or minor in Spanish and Latin American studies, refer to the `Areas of study' section on the Arts faculty website at http://www.arts.monash.edu.au/current/coursework/study-areas/.

Study abroad

Students are strongly encouraged to participate in the Language Study Abroad Program in Spain or Latin America. The Spanish and Latin American Studies Program has exchange agreements with three universities (Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile, Universidad Autónoma de Madrid, Spain, and Tec de Monterrey, Mexico). Students should contact the program coordinators as early as possible for further details on the units they may take abroad.

Relevant courses

  • Diploma in Languages (Spanish)
  • Bachelor of Arts (and associated double degrees)
  • Bachelor of Arts (Global)
  • Bachelor of Arts (Languages)
  • Bachelor of Letters

Contact details

Inquiries (Clayton): Room S423, fourth floor, South Wing, Menzies building; Telephone +61 3 9905 2281 or +61 3 9905 2223; Email lcl.enquiries@arts.monash.edu.au or visit http://www.arts.monash.edu.au/schools/lcl/.