Master of Arts in Spanish and Hispanic American Literature
A specialized master’s programme focusing on Spanish and Hispanic American literary traditions and cultural studies.
Best for:Best for students passionate about Spanish and Hispanic American literature, with a strong interest in cultural studies and critical analysis.
Overview
This Master of Arts programme at the Université de Neuchâtel offers a specialized focus on Spanish and Hispanic American literature. Students engage with core literary pillars (60 or 90 ECTS) and can complement their studies with secondary pillars or elective blocks (30 ECTS). The programme requires a minimum of 90 ECTS and can extend up to 120 ECTS, depending on the student’s chosen curriculum. It is designed for those seeking deep academic exploration of literary and cultural heritage in Spanish-speaking regions, blending critical analysis with interdisciplinary approaches. The curriculum emphasizes both historical and contemporary perspectives, preparing students for advanced research or further academic pursuits.
What you'll do
- Complete a core pillar of 60 or 90 ECTS focused on Spanish and Hispanic American literature.
- Optionally pursue a secondary pillar or elective block of 30 ECTS to customize the curriculum.
- Engage in critical analysis and research within the chosen literary and cultural themes.
- Participate in seminars and workshops that explore historical and contemporary literary perspectives.
- Develop a final thesis or research project under faculty supervision, demonstrating advanced literary scholarship.
Requirements
Degree required: Bachelor’s degree in Literature, Humanities, or a related field (e.g., Spanish, Hispanic Studies, or equivalent).
Degree offered: Master of Arts in Humanities (specialization in Spanish and Hispanic American Literature)
Language: Spanish (Castilian) at an advanced academic level; French proficiency required for instruction and supervision.
Instruction: French (primary language of instruction and supervision); Spanish for specialized literature courses.
- Proficiency in Spanish (Castilian) at an advanced academic level.
- Strong analytical and critical reading skills in literary texts.
- Ability to conduct independent research and write academic papers.
- No specific nationality restrictions.
- Prior completion of a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.
- No age restrictions.
Funding & terms
Programme and admissions
Admissions not verified
A catalogue listing does not mean applications are open or funding is guaranteed. Check the source for your intake.
- Intake
- Not confirmed by the source
- Duration
- Not confirmed by the source
- Teaching language
- Not confirmed by the source
- Taught / research mode
- Not confirmed by the source
- Study mode
- Not confirmed by the source
- Campus
- Not confirmed by the source
- Prerequisites
- Not confirmed by the source
- Application instructions
- Not confirmed by the source
- Tuition
- Not confirmed by the source
- Funding
- Not confirmed by the source
How to apply
Deadline: 2024-04-30
Applicants must submit their application through the official university portal. Required documents include a completed application form, a Bachelor’s degree certificate, academic transcripts, a curriculum vitae, a letter of motivation, and proof of language proficiency in Spanish and French. Additional materials may be requested depending on the specific curriculum chosen.
- Completed application form
- Bachelor’s degree certificate
- Academic transcripts
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Letter of motivation
- Proof of Spanish proficiency (advanced level)
- Proof of French proficiency (required for instruction)
Contact
Create a free profile to unlock your personal match score, the full requirements, funding details and how to apply — in English or Persian.