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Lateinamerika-Studien [Latin American Studies]

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)

Universität Hamburg 📍 Hamburg · Hamburg

About the Program

Latin American Studies is an interdisciplinary minor program offered by the departments of Geosciences, History, Cultural History and Cultural Studies, Social Sciences, and 'Language, Literature, Media'. The German Institute of Global and Area Studies (GIGA), the Museum of Ethnology, and the LINGA Library are also involved. The program is designed as cross-disciplinary Area Studies, with the goal of acquiring region-specific expertise from inter- and transdisciplinary perspectives, based on the foreign languages Spanish or Portuguese. One of these languages is chosen as a profile language. Students are prepared to deal with the complex problems and phenomena of the Latin American region on a broad level and using interdisciplinary approaches. The standard period of study for the minor in Latin American Studies is six semesters.
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Latin American Studies is an interdisciplinary minor program offered by the departments of Geosciences, History, Cultural History and Cultural Studies, Social Sciences, and 'Language, Literature, Media'. The German Institute of Global and Area Studies (GIGA), the Museum of Ethnology, and the LINGA Library are also involved. The program is designed as cross-disciplinary Area Studies, with the goal of acquiring region-specific expertise from inter- and transdisciplinary perspectives, based on the foreign languages Spanish or Portuguese. One of these languages is chosen as a profile language. Students are prepared to deal with the complex problems and phenomena of the Latin American region on a broad level and using interdisciplinary approaches. The standard period of study for the minor in Latin American Studies is six semesters.

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💡 How do I apply to Lateinamerika-Studien [Latin American Studies] at Universität Hamburg?

Most international applicants apply via uni-assist (document verification + APS for some countries). Prepare your secondary/Bachelor diploma, transcripts, language certificate (DSH/TestDaF or IELTS/TOEFL), motivation letter and CV. Non-EU students also need a Sperrkonto (~11,904 EUR/year) for the visa.

  1. Check requirements — Verify your degree is recognised + meet language/grade thresholds.
  2. Get language certificate — TestDaF / DSH for German programmes, IELTS / TOEFL for English.
  3. Submit via uni-assist (non-EU) — Document review + APS if your country requires it (China, India, Pakistan, Vietnam, etc.).
  4. Apply directly or via uni portal — Some universities accept direct applications — check the official programme page.
  5. Open Sperrkonto + apply for visa — After admission, deposit 11,904 EUR, get health insurance, book embassy appointment.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Lateinamerika-Studien [Latin American Studies] at Universität Hamburg

Is Lateinamerika-Studien [Latin American Studies] at Universität Hamburg taught in German or English? ▼

This Bachelor programme is taught in German. Make sure to check the language requirements (e.g. TestDaF, DSH, IELTS or TOEFL) before applying.

How much does the Lateinamerika-Studien [Latin American Studies] programme cost? ▼

No tuition fee (only semester contribution). International students should also budget around 800–1000 EUR/month for living costs in Germany.

What are the admission requirements for Lateinamerika-Studien [Latin American Studies] at Universität Hamburg? ▼

Typical requirements include: a recognised secondary/undergraduate degree, proof of language proficiency (German), and (for non-EU applicants) a uni-assist application plus financial proof (Sperrkonto ~11.904 EUR/year).

When is the application deadline? ▼

Application deadlines vary: winter semester usually closes on 15 July, summer semester on 15 January. Always confirm the exact deadline on the official university website.

Can I work in Germany while studying Lateinamerika-Studien [Latin American Studies]? ▼

Yes. International students may work up to 140 full days / 280 half days per year without additional permission. After graduation you can apply for an 18-month job-seeker permit.

How do I apply to Universität Hamburg — directly or via uni-assist? ▼

Most German universities accept international applications through uni-assist for document verification. Some unis accept direct applications — check the programme page on the official site.

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