Latin American and Latinx Studies Major
Major Requirements
The Latin American and Latinx Studies major consists of 10 courses:
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| Seminar | |
| Complete one course from the following: | |
Any 300-level LALS, or cross-listed with LALS, course | |
| Senior Thesis | |
| Complete at least one course from the following: | |
| Senior Thesis | |
| Senior Thesis | |
| Breadth of Study | |
| Complete at least seven courses from the following: | |
Any LALS course | |
Any course cross-listed with LALS | |
| Undocumented Migration | |
| How Democracy Dies | |
| Writing Spanish | |
| Short Narrative in the Spanish-speaking World | |
In fulfilling these requirements, students must take courses from at least 4 of the following disciplines: Africana, American Studies, Anthropology, Art and Visual Culture, Environmental Studies, Gender and Sexuality Studies, History, Music, Politics, Religious Studies, Sociology, and Hispanic Studies.
Spanish Proficiency
Because proficiency in Spanish is required for courses in Hispanic studies, students are strongly encouraged to consult with their advisor and the chairs of Latin American and Latinx studies and Hispanic studies to plan their course sequence and confirm they meet any prerequisites. More information on Hispanic studies may be found on the Hispanic Studies website.
Senior Project Description
Planning for the senior thesis (LALS 457 or LALS 458) begins in the junior year with the submission of a thesis proposal. Information on the proposal may be found on the Latin American and Latinx Studies website. The thesis should relate thematically to the student's coursework, and the student should consult with their thesis advisor to develop the proposal.
Courses Taken Outside of Bates
Majors must take a minimum of six courses, in addition to the thesis, from Bates faculty members. Students may use a maximum of three credits taken elsewhere (off-campus study or transfer courses) toward the major requirements, subject to program approval. To request that an external course count toward the major, students should submit a copy of the syllabus to their academic advisor, preferably before they register for the class. To be eligible for program credit, students must, upon completing their off-campus study, submit supporting materials that can include syllabi, outside reading assignments, and substantive written work that includes instructor feedback. Courses taken off-campus may count toward the breadth-of-study requirements with the approval of the program chair. Courses taken abroad may not substitute for the required 300-level senior seminar or thesis, which must be taken at Bates.
Pass/Fail
Courses taken Pass/Fail may not count toward the Latin American and Latinx Studies major.
Restricted Declarations
Students who have declared the Latin American and Latinx Studies major may not declare the following:
- Latin American and Latinx Studies minor
- Latin American and Latinx Studies (C072) GEC
Other Considerations
None.