BA Spanish and International Development

The BA in Spanish and International Development course at the University of Reading intertwines the study of the Spanish language, culture, and society with a comprehensive understanding of international development. Students will split their time between the Department of Modern Languages and European Studies and the Department of Economics.Course Content: Students on this course will acquire broad knowledge and understanding of the historical, cultural, social and institutional factors influencing development across the world. Alongside Spanish language, students will also study cultural texts including literature, film, and media. The course incorporates year-long industrial placements, or studying at a Spanish or Latin American university to gain practical experience. Key Modules: The course has an array of relevant modules, such as "Beginner's Spanish for Studies in Arts and Social Sciences", "Intermediate Spanish Language", "Advanced Spanish Language", and "Spanish American Cinema: A Window to Latin America". In terms of development, modules like "Introduction to Development", "Development in Practice", and "Development and International Economics" are key to this program.Future Careers: Graduates of this course have found employment in a range of areas - international organizations, NGOs, the media, teaching, translation, interpreting, and others. Others go on to further study or train for a profession such as law.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.