UC Santa Barbara Latin American & Iberian Studies
Transfer Requirements and Classes
The major preparation UC Santa Barbara lists for Latin American & Iberian Studies transfers starts with SPAN 3, PORT 3 and LAIS 10; the full list is below.
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Major Requirements
UC Santa Barbara Latin American & Iberian Studies Major Preparation
The courses UC Santa Barbara lists as Latin American & Iberian Studies major preparation for transfer applicants, for the 2025-26 academic year. Course numbers are UCSB's own; pick your community college above to see the matching class there.
Preparation for the major
Complete 1 of these
- SPAN 3 Elementary Spanish III
- PORT 3 Elementary Portuguese
Complete all of these
- LAIS 10 Introduction to the Latin American and Iberian World
- ARTHI 6H Survey: Arts of the Ancient Americas
- HIST 8A Latin American History: Pre-Columbian and Colonial Periods
- HIST 8B Latin American History: Independence and National Period
- LAIS 2 Black Globalization
- LAIS 7 Introduction to Caribbean Studies
- LAIS W 13 Global Climate Justice from the South
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Does UC Santa Barbara have a Latin American & Iberian Studies major for transfer students?
Yes. UC Santa Barbara offers Latin American & Iberian Studies (B.A.) and lists the major preparation it expects transfer applicants to complete.
What classes do I need to transfer to UC Santa Barbara for Latin American & Iberian Studies?
UC Santa Barbara's Latin American & Iberian Studies major preparation includes SPAN 3, PORT 3, LAIS 10, ARTHI 6H, HIST 8A and HIST 8B, with more courses in the list on this page. Pick your community college on this page to see which of its classes match.
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