Latin American Studies (research) Leiden University

Overview

This Latin American Studies (research) MA programme at Leiden University is your opportunity to explore the social, cultural, and historical narratives shaping present-day Latin America.

Taught by international researchers, this multidisciplinary programme centres around the theme 'Latin American Modernities: Resistance, Revival and Change'. You will explore the different forms of modernity in Latin America within one of three areas: culture and identity, state-society relations, and literature, arts and media. A comparative, area studies approach to learning provides a broader, global context to all issues.

Key Facts

The Research MA in Latin American Studies attracts talented students and staff from around the world. Small classes ensure you get the most from in-class discussions and direct contact with your international peers and lecturers.

An important focus of this programme is developing your ability to conduct high-quality scientific research, including field research in a Latin American country. A substantial part of the programme is taught in Spanish, developing your proficiency in the Spanish language.

Latin American Studies (research) at Leiden University is an accredited degree programme. After successful completion of this programme, you will receive a master’s degree in Latin American Studies and the title Master of Arts (MA).

Career prospects

• Intake advisor at a governmental agency aimed at promoting integration and assimilation of immigrants

• Standards and certification officer at an NGO promoting fair trade

• HR business partner at a multinational company producing consumer goods

• Project officer for children's rights at an NGO

• Social researcher at a Dutch city council

• Coordinator at an NGO focussing on education

• Communications expert at an NGO focussing on food safety and food security

• Senior consular officer at an embassy in the Netherlands

• Student services officer at a university in the United Kingdom

• PhD candidate at a university in Chile

• PhD candidate at Leiden University