Master of Latin American and Border Studies at University of Texas El Paso

University of Texas El Paso

United States of America, El Paso

University Rank:#1201

University of Texas El Paso offers the Master of Latin American and Border Studies as a full-time degree delivered on campus at its main campus in El Paso , United States of America. Taught in English and completed over 1 year, the program equips students with the theoretical knowledge and practical skills required for latin american and border studies and related professional fields. The next available intake begins on August 24, 2027.

About Master of Latin American and Border Studies

Overview The Latin American and Border Studies program at University of Texas El Paso brings together the study of the U.S.-Mexico border and Latin America, rather than treating the two separately, as other programs do.Learning outcomesThe curriculum provides students with an engaging and thorough education in Latin American and Border issues, relating regional issues to larger hemispheric phenomena. The program includes three core courses, includes opportunities to explore of wider disciplines, topics, or regions of interest, and requires a focused subset of electives in a specific discipline or on a particular topic or region. I want to find another Master Course The program thus has many opportunities for students to develop their own interests and skills. The program includes both thesis and non–thesis options. A limited number of teaching and research assistantships are available on a competitive basis. For information on assistantships, please contact the MA Program adviser.The program prepares two types of students: those who wish to earn a terminal M.A. and those who wish to prepare for Ph.D. programs. It is intended to train a new generation of professionals in many areas (government service, community/NGO service work, commerce, education) who can contribute to the creation of a model border zone of high quality of life and economic and human development. Our philosophy is that just as the border zone and national boundaries show increasing integration, so should academic areas of knowledge and methodologies. There is significant need in private and public employment sectors for specialists in such integrating academic programs.

The MA program in Latin American and Border Studies (LABS) at University of Texas El Paso focuses on the study of the US-Mexico border and the broader study of Latin America in the context of increasing transnational connections seen most obviously in the border region.

Disciplines

International RelationsEthnic Studies

Requirements and Admission Criteria for Master of Latin American and Border Studies at University of Texas El Paso

English Requirements

IELTSMin 6.5
TOEFLMin 79

Other Requirements

1TranscriptsStatement of purposeResume / CVLetters of recommendationDiploma certificate

Tuition and Fee Information for Master of Latin American and Border Studies at University of Texas El Paso

Master of Latin American and Border Studies at University of Texas El Paso

University of Texas El Paso

United States of America, El Paso