Master of Arts in Spanish and Latin American Studies
University of Malta
Information last verified July 2026
Program Overview
The Master's in Spanish and Latin American Studies is a by-research M.A. under the guidance of experts on the subject within the Faculty of Arts. If you're drawn to Latin America, this M.A. invites you to formulate an independent hypothesis on a relevant topic ֠this can range from cultural questions in the Hispanic world and the political complexities that shape Latin America to the development of the Spanish language in the region. You can choose to apply a range of theories, concepts and ideas to your research or focus on a historic moment that reformed the region in the eyes of the rest of the world.
Career Opportunities
If you are interested in furthering your Spanish Studies and refining your research skills in the subject area, then this course is intended for you. Apart from acquiring the specialized knowledge and necessary skills required to potentially undertake a doctoral study, your honed knowledge of this discipline and capacity to possess a holistic set of intellectual skills will make you a more confident educator and desired employee. Your advanced knowledge of Hispanic cultures and specific intellectual skill-set will make you more employable in both the public and private sectors that liaise with Spanish-speaking companies and institutions.
Program Curriculum
Year 1 Semester 2 Compulsory Units (All students must register for this/these unit/s) SLA5000 * Dissertation 80 ECTS SLA5001 ** Directed Studies in Spanish and Latin American Studies 5 ECTS * Work on the dissertation is expected to start in semester 2 of academic year 2025-26 and continues up to the end of Semester 2 of academic year 2026-27. ** This study-unit starts in semester 2 of academic year 2023-24 and will continue up to the end of semester 1 of academic year 2024-25. Semester 1 Compulsory Units (All students must register for this/these unit/s) ATS5201 Methods of Research 5 ECTS This programme of study is governed by the General Regulations for University Postgraduate Awards, 2021 and by the Bye-Laws for the award of the degree of Master of Arts - M.A. - under the auspices of the Faculty of Arts.
Admission Requirements
Applicants must be in possession of: Refer to the list of country-specific qualifications the degree of Bachelor of Arts (Honours) with Second Class or better in the same or in a closely related area of study as the area of study applied for,provided that the Board may consider applicants in possession of the Degree with Third Class Honours only if it is satisfied that such applicants are in possession of other qualifications, including relevant experience, obtained following the first cycle degree or/li> the degree of Bachelor of Arts in the same or in a closely related area of study as that applied for, with an average mark of not less than 55% in that area or a degree from this or from another university which the Board considers as comparable to any of the degrees indicated in paragraphs (a) and (b) above. This comparability may, in exceptional cases, extend to applicants proposing a research topic which in itself bridges the area of study of the first degree and the one being applied for. In such cases, applicants would be required to attend an interview to assess their suitability, in accordance with procedures established by the Board. Notes and any other requirements Supplementary and Preparatory Programme the Board may require applicants admitted under paragraphs (b) and if necessary (c) to follow and pass supplementary study-units and/li> applicants in possession of a degree with Third Class Honours or Category III shall be required to complete a preparatory programme. You are viewing the entry requirements for International applicants. Switch to Local qualifications. You can submit your application online . The deadlines for submission of applications vary according to the intake and courses. We encourage all international applicants to submit their applications as soon as possible. This is especially important if you require a visa to travel and eventually stay in Malta. You can compare your national qualifications to the local requirements by visiting o
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
€10,800 (Non-EU)
About University of Malta
University of Malta
Msida, Malta
TheUniversity of Malta(Maltese:L-Università ta' Malta;UM; formerlyUOM) is apublic research universityin the towns ofMsidaandValletta, Malta. It serves as theflagshipandnational universityof...
University Profile- Start Date February
- Language English
- Duration 2 years
- Credits 90
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