Dec 10, 2024  
2024-2025 University Catalog 
    
2024-2025 University Catalog

Latin American Studies Minor


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(12-28 UNITS)

The minor in Latin American studies is designed to complement other majors for which a focus on Latin America can be beneficial (e.g., history, international business, communications, Spanish, economics and political science). Prospective secondary teachers may find this minor particularly attractive. The minor requires proficiency in either Spanish or Portuguese, three units of cultural history, and nine units of approved electives from at least two different departments.

Language Proficiency (0-16 units)


All minors should develop a language proficiency level equivalent to SPAN 204  or PORT 214 . Students may request a proficiency assessment with the program coordinator or advisor.

Required Courses (12 units)


Electives (9 units)


All 9 units may be from the same area, provided they are from at least two different departments.

Additional Information


*Latin American focus only.

Total (12 - 28 units)


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