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Latinx and Latin American Studies Graduate Certificate at University of Southern California

University of Southern California, United States

Programme overview

Interdisciplinary doctoral certificate focused on Latinx communities in the United States and Latin America, using a hemispheric approach that crosses cultural, political and disciplinary borders. It is open to PhD students in any USC programme.

Duration: 16 units  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Los Angeles, CA, United States

What you will study

At least 16 units from pre-approved courses in American studies, history, comparative literature, international relations and Spanish (for example Readings in Chicano/Latino Studies and Latin American Politics). Directed research does not count, and students must show a Latinx and Latin American Studies focus in their doctoral dissertation with a faculty committee member in the field.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Open to PhD students in any USC programme; applicants must demonstrate a focus on Latinx and Latin American Studies in their dissertation.

Duration: 16 units

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