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Why study Spanish studies at La Trobe?

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Top-rated globally

La Trobe is in the top 1% of universities worldwide.

Times Higher Education (THE), 2023, World University Rankings 2023; Consejo Superior de Investigaciones Científicas (CSIC), 2023, Ranking Web of Universities

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1st in Victoria

We’re the best in Victoria and third in Australia for employer satisfaction, with a rating of 88.1 per cent.

Quality Indicators for Learning and Teaching (QILT), 2023, 2022 Employer Satisfaction Survey [PDF, 812 KB]

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International opportunities

Build your language skills studying at a partnership university in Barcelona, Madrid and Chile.

Take a look at La Trobe's overseas study options.

Career opportunities in Spanish studies

Career pathways

Studying Spanish builds skills in communication, cultural awareness and problem solving to prepare you for a range of careers.

Possible roles include:

  • Cultural diversity manager
  • Policy adviser
  • Diplomat
  • Health and aged care employee
  • Teacher or tutor
  • Foreign correspondent

Future employers

Potential employers of Spanish studies graduates include:

  • Government and NGO agencies
  • Universities and research institutes
  • Financial institutions
  • Media networks
  • Travel industry and tourism councils
  • Advertising companies

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