Master of Arts in Hispanic Literatures and Linguistics
Further your knowledge of the Spanish- and Portuguese-speaking world.
The MA in Hispanic literatures and linguistics at UMass Amherst is a perfect opportunity to further your language skills and cultural knowledge of Spanish or Portuguese.
When you begin the program, you’ll be assigned an advisor in your general area of concentration within the MA: Iberian studies, Hispanic linguistics, Latin American and Latinx studies, Portuguese and Brazilian studies, or translation in the Hispanic and Lusophone world. You will also have the option to choose a double concentration.
The MA culminates in either an exam or a research thesis. Either way, you’ll be well prepared to further your graduate work or pursue careers in the field.
Spanish majors at UMass Amherst can also opt to work towards an accelerated MA in Spanish. This program allows students to receive the MA with just one year of graduate work by completing requirements while still undergraduates.
Featured faculty
Anthony Tuck
Professor, Classics
Anthony Tuck is a professor and chair of the Department of Classics.
David Rodríguez-Solás
Associate Professor
David Rodríguez-Solás is an associate professor of the literatures and cultures of Spain.
Meghan Armstrong-Abrami
Associate Professor
Meghan Armstrong-Abrami is an associate professor of Hispanic linguistics.
Spanish, Portuguese, and Catalan Studies
Broaden your understanding of the world by learning about language and culture through a wealth of research options and opportunities.