California State University, USA, Los Angeles

Chicana Studies, B.A.

Course Highlights

As a Chicana/o Studies major at California State University Channel Islands (CI), you'll receive an international, multicultural, interdisciplinary and community service-oriented education focused on you one that prepares you for success as a global citizen in the 21st century.

Career Opportunities

You can do a lot with this major! Global Studies majors go on to successful careers in international business, academics, advocacy, politics, government, publishing, the arts, research, and much more. All liberal arts degrees help students develop their Core Career Competencies, and Global Studies majors develop specific skills that are applicable to lots of different careers..These skills include: Strong verbal and written communication skills Deep understanding of the institutions and processes that shape the world Cross-cultural knowledge and understanding Critical thinking and creative problem-solving Ability to formulate clear and persuasive messages Listening, clarifying, questioning and responding skills Ability to work well independently and collaboratively

Course Overview

You'll investigate the multi-dimensional culture of the Chicana/o and Latino/a community in the U.S., closely examining current and past experiences of Chicanas/os and Latina/os whose origins exist south of the U.S./Mexican and U.S./Caribbean border, and gain a solid and critical understanding of the history, socio-cultural issues, transborder processes, and political economic forces affecting Chicano/a-/Latino/a communities.

Subjects

Programme Structure Chicana/os in Contemporary Society Introduction To Contemporary Nahuatl Language Diversity in Latina/o Communities Chicana/O Studies Service Learning and Civic Engagement History Of Colonial Latin America History Of Modern Latin America Civilizations and Cultures of Latin America

Fees

AUD/year

Academic Entry Requirement

Academic Requirements Have graduated from high school, have earned a Certificate of General Education Development (GED) or have passed the California High School Proficiency Examination (CHSPE); Have a qualifiable minimum eligibility index Have completed with grades of C or better each of the courses in the comprehensive pattern of college preparatory subject requirements also known as the a-g pattern

Contact Details

California State University