Master of Arts (Honours) - Spanish and Politics (RL42)

Spanish is the official language in 20 countries and widely spoken in four more territories, including the United States. The Hispanic world also has a fascinating political history, making Spanish and Politics an excellent joint honours combination.

Spanish at Edinburgh celebrated its centenary in 2019, and The University of Edinburgh wide-ranging courses are taught by leading experts in their field, inviting students to explore the diverse and rich cultures of Spain and Latin America. Intensive language training, including a year abroad, gives them the opportunity to develop advanced speaking, writing, reading and translating skills in Spanish.

Students will be immersed in an extraordinary range of literature, film, poetry and theatre from around the world, explored in its historical context. They will learn how to discern different varieties and registers of Spanish, and gain crucial intercultural competencies.

The University of Edinburgh programme covers a range of political systems, institutions, processes and ideas. Students will explore a variety of issues within:

Students will also study international relations in Europe, Russia, Africa and the US. The skills they develop will allow them to understand and evaluate political issues and problems in the contemporary world. These include the morality of political action, and the limits of freedom and justice.