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Graduate Certificate in Latin American Studies at Boston University

Boston University, United States

Programme overview

A multidisciplinary certificate that adds to disciplinary and professional training, completed within an existing graduate degree programme at BU. Completion is approved by the Center for Latin American Studies director.

Faculty: Graduate School of Arts & Sciences  |  Department: Center for Latin American Studies  |  Duration: At least 16 units (four standard courses)  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Boston, MA, United States

What you will study

At least 16 units (four courses, minimum grade B) primarily on Latin America; at least three on a subregion or substantive area; courses from at least two departments or schools. Requires significant research (MA/MFA thesis, dissertation or two seminar papers), a final talk to CLAS core faculty, and high competence in Spanish or Portuguese assessed by examination.

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Entry requirements

Open to graduate students in participating BU schools and departments who complete the requirements within an existing degree programme.

Duration: At least 16 units (four standard courses)

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