LASC Certificate
Undergraduate certificate program in Latin American Studies
The Latin American Studies Center now offers a multidisciplinary Certificate Program in Latin American Studies. This Program is open to all UM undergraduates in any major with an interest in International Studies and Latin America.
The Undergraduate Certificate in Latin American Studies consists of 21 credits. Students must take four required courses as shown, plus three electives within their areas of interest. In addition, all students must demonstrate competence in either Spanish or Portuguese.
Required Courses (12 credits):
LASC 234 - Issues in Latin American Studies I (3 credits)
LASC 235 - Issues in Latin American Studies II (3 credits)
HIST 250 or HIST 251- Latin American History I or II (3 credits)
LASC 458 - Senior Capstone Course in Latin American Studies (3 credits)
Recommended Courses:
LASC 423 - Research Sources and Methods in Latin America Studies
Electives (9 credits):
To complete the Certificate students must also select three elected courses (9 credits) with Latin American-related content from at least two different Departments. Six of the nine credits must be at the 300 and/or 400 levels.
Foreign Language Competency:
All Certificate Students must demonstrate competency in either Spanish or Portuguese. Competency may be proven with a grade of C or better in an Intermediate level course (PORT 203, SPAN 201) or higher. Native speakers of Spanish or portuguese, or those students who have had extensive experience in these languages should consult with a Latin American Studies advisor.
List of courses that have been approved: General Courses List
To request the Latin American Studies Certificate fill FORM
LASC CERTIFICATE ADVISOR: Dr. Eyda Merediz
Office hours: Mondays and Wednesdays from 3:00 to 4:00 pm. Jiménez Hall 2215H
If you want to call her (301) 405-6451, during Office hours.