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    Spanish and Latin American Studies (BA)

    Dalhousie University

    Dalhousie University

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    Canada, Halifax

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    Key Facts

    Program Level

    Bachelor

    Study Type

    Full Time

    Delivery

    On Campus

    Campuses

    Halifax

    Program Language

    English

    Start & Deadlines

    Next Intake DeadlinesSeptember-2026
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    Duration 4 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    CAD 35,842  / year
    Next Intake September-2026

    Spanish and Latin American Studies (BA)

    About

    Why choose this program?

    A degree in Spanish and Latin American Studies from Dalhousie helps you engage with over 400 million people living in 22 countries and provides a solid foundation for anyone wanting to experience this vibrant world.

    Our small and intimate program means you’ll get personal attention from faculty and staff on a first-name basis.

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    Admission requirements

    Minimum admission requirements

    To be considered for admission to this program, you must meet minimum academic criteria:

    1. Completion of secondary school (Grade 12)
    2. Achievement of the minimum average for your program of choice.
    3. Completion of Grade 12 English (or equivalent course).

    Admission to many Dalhousie programs is competitive. This means that meeting minimum requirements does not guarantee admission.

    Program-specific admission requirements

    • Minimum overall average: 70%

    • Academic English 12

    • Four additional academic subjects

    If you have some prior knowledge of the language, you’ll need to take a placement test to determine your level of ability and which language course you’ll start on.

    English Program Requirements

    English language testing

    Test: International English Language Testing System (IELTS)

    Minimum score: Overall: 6.5, Bands: 6.0

    Submit a copy of the IELTS Test Form Report via email after you have submitted your application to [email protected] for verification.

    Test: Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or TOEFL at Home (online)

    Minimum score: Overall: 90, Bands: 20

    Request the results be sent to Dalhousie University from the tester directly.

    Test: Duolingo English Test

    Minimum score: Overall: 120

    Request the results be sent to Dalhousie University from Duolingo directly.

    Test: Academic

    Minimum score: Overall: 61, Communicative skills scores: 50

    Request the results be sent to Dalhousie University from the tester directly.

    Career

    Careers

    Spanish language skills and knowledge of Latin American social/political history and culture can be tremendous assets to anyone considering the fields of international business and development, as well as anyone interested in working with government agencies or non-profit organizations.

    Possible careers include:

    • international business executive

    • translator

    • foreign service officer

    • education

    Future studies could include programs at the graduate level in arts and business administration or a professional program such as law.

    Fee Information

    Tuition Fee

    CAD 35,842 

    Application Fee

    CAD  
    Dalhousie University

    Spanish and Latin American Studies (BA)

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