Department of Language and Literature

Graduate courses are offered in English and Spanish for those pursuing master’s degrees or for non-degree seeking candidates with the necessary prerequisites.

The Master in Cultural Studies prepares students in the analysis and study of the cultural production of Spanish and English communities. The program combines a specific area of language proficiency with cultural studies in a secondary language field.

Cultural Studies (CULS) 

CULS 5300  Cultural Stds & Text Analysis  3 SCH  (3-0)  

Introduction to cultural studies and textual analysis.

CULS 5301  Methods Cultural Stds Theory  3 SCH  (3-0)  

The nature of research and cultural studies methods, application to problem areas in fields of cultural studies theory and practice. Research question development and data collection and evaluation; preparation of a scholarly presentation.

CULS 5302  Teaching Composition  3 SCH  (3-0)  

Study of history and methods of pedagogy in rhetoric and composition. Development of composition syllabuses. Required of all students who will teach ENGL 1301 or 1302, or Spanish for Heritage-Speakers.

CULS 5306  Thesis Research  3 SCH  (3)  

Designed for thesis option students. The course requires completion of thesis research. Prerequisite: departmental approval. May be repeated for maximum of 6 semester hours.

CULS 5311  Topics Southwest Cultural Std  3 SCH  (3-0)  

Study of a specific topic in cultural studies related to the Southwest region. May be repeated when a different topic is scheduled.

CULS 5312  Feminism Theory & Writing  3 SCH  (3-0)  

Analysis of women's discourse as power struggle for the elaboration of feminist politics of reason, feminist politics of passion, feminist politics of action and political feminist consciousness. Critical analysis of women's writings as production and reproduction of cultural formations of historically situated and gender-specific discursive subjects.

CULS 5320  Topics in Comparative Studies  3 SCH  (3-0)  

Study of a specific topic in comparative studies. Two or more cultures will be considered in their interactions, imbrications, and interstices. May be repeated when a different topic is scheduled.

CULS 5330  Trans-Atlantic Film Studies  3 SCH  (3-0)  

Study of film and multimedia from throughout the Trans-Atlantic region as historical and cultural discoveries and rediscoveries of Trans-Atlantic peoples and their worlds. Readings and discussion on the articulation between history, film, multimedia and the production and consumption of image cultures in the Trans-Atlantic world.

CULS 5340  Pre/Colonial/Post Colonial Top  3 SCH  (3-0)  

Study of a specific topic in pre-colonial, colonial, and/or postcolonial studies. Interactions between and among Anglophone, Hispanic, and Francophone communities will receive particular attention. May be repeated when a different topic is scheduled.

CULS 5350  Topics Sustainable Humanities  3 SCH  (3-0)  

Study of a specific topic in sustainability from a humanistic perspective. Particular humanistic perspectives on and contributions to sustainability will be explored and expanded. May be repeated when a different topic is scheduled.

CULS 5360  Topics Spanish Peninsular Lit  3 SCH  (3-0)  

Study of an author, literary period or other specific topics in Spanish Peninsular literature, such as Poetry, El Quijote, Golden Age Drama, Galdos, Romanticism, Short Story, Masterpieces. May be repeated when the topic changes.

CULS 5365   Topics Spanish American Lit  3 SCH  (3-0)  

Analysis of Andean Narrative, Mexican Novel, Southern Cone Narrative, Romanticism, Modernism, Regionalism, Existentialism, Structuralism, Magical Realism, Contemporary Literature, Essay, Poetry, Short Story and Theater. May be repeated when topic changes.

CULS 5370  Topics in British Literature  3 SCH  (3-0)  

Study of an author, literary period or other specific topic in British literature. May be repeated when a different topic is scheduled.

CULS 5375  Topics in U. S. American Lit  3 SCH  (3-0)  

Study of an author, literary period or other specific topic in American literature. May be repeated when a different topic is scheduled.

Spanish (SPAN)

SPAN 5300  Topics in Spanish  3 SCH  (3-0)  

Research methods in the field of Spanish linguistics or culture. Topics: History of Language, Dialetology, Spanish of the Southwest, ect. May be repeated when the topic changes. Prerequisites: 12 semester hours of advanced Spanish.

SPAN 5306  Thesis  3 SCH  (3)  

Designed for thesis option students. The course requires completion of thesis research. Prerequisite: departmental approval. May be repeated for maximum of 6 semester hours.

SPAN 5320  Topics in Span Peninsular Lit  3 SCH  (3-0)  

Study of an author, literary period or other specific topics in Spanish Peninsular literature, such as Poetry, El Quijote, Golden Age Drama, Galdos, Romanticism, Short Story, Masterpieces. May be repeated when the topic changes. Prerequisite: 12 semester hours of advanced Spanish.

SPAN 5350  Topics Hispanic Cultural Stds  3 SCH  (3-0)  

Interpretation of Hispanic cultures of politics, Hispanic signifying practices, Hispanic cultural studies and Hispanic culture. Critical analysis of the interactions among high culture, mass media and popular culture; their institutions, subjectivities, ideologies and gender roles. May be repeated when topic changes. Prerequisite: 12 semester hours of advanced Spanish.

SPAN 5360  Topics Studies Span-Amer Lit  3 SCH  (3-0)  

Analysis of Andean Narrative, Caribbean Narrative, Mexican Novel, Southern Cone Narrative, Romanticism, Modernism, Regionalism, Existentialism, Structuralism, Magical Realism, Contemporary Literature, Essay, Poetry, Short Story and Theater. May be repeated when topic changes. Prerequisite: 12 semester hours of advanced Spanish.

English (ENGL)

ENGL 5320  Topics in British Lit  3 SCH  (3-0)  

Study of an author, literary period or other specific topic in British literature. May be repeated when a different topic is scheduled. Prerequisite: 12 semester hours of advanced English.

ENGL 5360  Topics in American Lit  3 SCH  (3-0)  

Study of an author, literary period or other specific topic in American literature. May be repeated when a different topic is scheduled. Prerequisite: 12 semester hours of advanced English.

ENGL 5370  Spec Topic in Literature  3 SCH  (3-0)  

Study of a specific topic in literature written in or translated into the English language. May be repeated when a different topic is scheduled. Prerequisite: 12 semester hours of advanced English.

Cultural Studies, M.A.

The Master of Cultural Studies requires a minimum of 24 semester hours in coursework and 6 semester hours of thesis, for a minimum total of 30 semester hours. All students will follow the Thesis Option or the Course-Only Option below.

Cultural Studies, M.A. (Thesis Option)

Prescribed courses Component Area I – Cross-Cultural Studies Core
CULS 5300Cultural Stds & Text Analysis3
CULS 5301Methods Cultural Stds Theory3
Electives Component Area II – Cross-Cultural Studies
Select 2 of the following:6
Teaching Composition
CULS 5310
Topics Southwest Cultural Std
Feminism Theory & Writing
Topics in Comparative Studies
Trans-Atlantic Film Studies
Pre/Colonial/Post Colonial Top
Topics Sustainable Humanities
Component Area III – Text Analysis of Foundational Texts in Hispanic Studies
CULS 5360Topics Spanish Peninsular Lit3
CULS 5365 Topics Spanish American Lit3
Component Area IV – Text Analysis of Foundations Texts in English Studies
CULS 5370Topics in British Literature3
CULS 5375Topics in U. S. American Lit3
Thesis Hours
CULS 5306Thesis Research3
CULS 5306Thesis Research3
Total Semester Credit Hours30

Cultural Studies, M.A. (Course-Only Option)

Component Area I - Cross-Cultural Studies Core
CULS 5300Cultural Stds & Text Analysis3
CULS 5301Methods Cultural Stds Theory3
Select 7 courses from component areas II, III and IV based on your language concentration (must select at least one course from each area)21
Component Areas II - Cross-Cultural Studies
Teaching Composition
CULS 5310
Topics Southwest Cultural Std
Feminism Theory & Writing
Topics in Comparative Studies
Trans-Atlantic Film Studies
Pre/Colonial/Post Colonial Top
Topics Sustainable Humanities
Component Area III - Text Analysis of Foundational Texts in Hispanic Studies
Topics Spanish Peninsular Lit
Topics Spanish American Lit
Component Area IV - Text Analysis of Foundations Texts in English Studies
Topics in British Literature
Topics in U. S. American Lit
Elective 16
Prescribed Elective 23
Total Semester Credit Hours36
1

Free elective in consultation with Graduate Coordinator

2

Exit course for Cultural Studies with professional presentation at local or regional conference

Planned Course Offerings

This section provides a comprehensive list of courses offered by the Department of Language and Literature, along with a three-year schedule indicating when each course is expected to be available. Please note that course offerings and scheduling are subject to change based on faculty availability and student demand. It is recommended that students consult with their academic advisor to plan their course schedule accordingly.

Cultural Studies (CULS)

Course Fall 2025 Spring 2026 Fall 2026 Spring 2027
CULS 5300 X   X  
CULS 5301   X   X
CULS 5302   X    
CULS 5306 X X X X
CULS 5311 X   X  
CULS 5312 X     X
CULS 5320   X    
CULS 5330     X  
CULS 5340   X    
CULS 5350 X     X
CULS 5360        
CULS 5365       X
CULS 5370 X   X  
CULS 5375   X   X

English (ENGL)

Course Fall 2025 Spring 2026 Fall 2026 Spring 2027
ENGL 5320 X      
ENGL 5360 X X   X
ENGL 5370 X X X X

Spanish (SPAN)

Course Fall 2025 Spring 2026 Fall 2026 Spring 2027
SPAN 5300   X   X
SPAN 5306 X X X X
SPAN 5320     X  
SPAN 5350 X   X X
SPAN 5360   X    

Marketable Skills

Texas A&M University-Kingsville is dedicated to equipping graduate and doctoral students with the advanced marketable skills necessary for professional and academic excellence beyond the university setting. These skills encompass a range of high-level interpersonal, analytical, and applied competencies that are sought after in today’s competitive workforce.

Our graduate programs are structured to cultivate these capabilities through rigorous academic inquiry, experiential learning, faculty-mentored research, professional internships, and opportunities for scholarly and community engagement.

Below are the marketable skills cultivated through the department's graduate academic program.

Cultural Studies, M.A.

  • Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
  • Social responsibility and collaborative work
  • Writing and research skills
  • Adaptability, technologies in pedagogy, and transferrable skills