Spanish and Latin American Studies Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

Learning a language can change your life. It can unlock a world of travel and global work opportunities. Spanish is consistently ranked as one of the most in-demand languages for UK employers. It’s needed for communication across international business and finance (Source: People Management).

We can teach you Spanish from beginner or advanced level. You’ll develop confident speaking, reading and writing skills while exploring the cultures of Spain and Latin America.

### What you will learn on Spanish and Latin American studies

We can teach you Spanish from beginner or advanced level.

* Develop confident speaking, reading and writing skills.

* Explore the cultures of Spain and Latin America.

* Learn key employability skills from modules dedicated to workplace language.

* Combine a degree in Spanish language with other subjects such as Business, Journalism or French.

### Study abroad in a Spanish‑speaking country

Most students spend Semester 6 (in Year 3) studying at a university in a Spanish‑speaking country.  You’ll be able to benefit from:

* exchange partnerships with universities across Spain;

* exchange options with partner universities in Mexico City, Santiago de Chile and Córdoba in Argentina.

You can also spend a full year working abroad, usually between semesters 4 and 5. Many students take on paid positions as English language assistants in schools through the British Council. You can gain valuable work experience while improving your Spanish.  

### Culture beyond language

We regularly organise cultural events in Spanish and Latin American Studies. For example, students can take part in film screenings run in collaboration with the Edinburgh Spanish Film Festival. Events have included film makers visiting to discuss their work and Spanish culture.  Past visitors include:

* Santiago Miralles (Spanish Consul)

* Miguel Faus (screenwriter, director)

* Segundo Fuérez (filmmaker and animator)

* Frida Muenala (filmmaker and producer)

* Maria Elorza (director)

These experiences help bring the language to life and deepen your cultural understanding.

### Linguistic and practical skills

This is a Spanish degree that will give you not just a language, but transferable practical skills valued across many professions.

You’ll develop the linguistic and intercultural skills required by employers. You’ll also develop other key career skills such as:

* critical analysis

* reasoning and problem solving

* communication

These skills prepare you for careers in areas such as international business, education, media, diplomacy, tourism and global organisations.