Description

The Arcadia University program is based in the historic and charming neighborhood of el Realejo at the University of Granada's Centro de Lenguas Modernas. Students will experience a mixture of the old and the new while studying in Granada, learning Spanish language skills as well as a variety of other courses. The Centro de Lenguas Modernas is housed between two buildings: the lovely 16th-century palace of Santa Cruz and a magnificently-renovated facility located on the nearby Calle Molinos.

The Centro de Lenguas Modernas is renowned for its Hispanic Studies and Spanish Language and Culture programs. Besides being one of Spain's premier institutions for international students, the CLM serves as the University's center for the teaching of foreign languages to its own Spanish students.

The famous Festival Internacional de Musica y Danza de Granada takes place annually here.

Students at all levels of Spanish can be accommodated in Granada. Students can choose between two academic program options: the Intensive Spanish language program (CILE) and the Intensive Spanish Language and Culture program (CILYC). Students will earn 6 credits per session and can choose to participate in two consecutive summer sessions for a total of 12 credits.

Option 1: Intensive Spanish Language Program
The Intensive Spanish language program is designed for students who wish to initiate or improve their knowledge of Spanish. Classes run Monday through Friday for 4 hours per day and class sizes are small (the average class consists of 12 students) in order to maximize the learning environment. A primarily communicative approach is used in these courses and the methodology is supported by the most up-to-date audiovisual technology.

The program has been adapted to comply with the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages. Students placement in one of the following levels will be dependent on the results of a placement exam:

GRAN SPAN 103S: Intensive Spanish Beginning A
GRAN SPAN 104S: Intensive Spanish Beginning B
GRAN SPAN 203S: Intensive Spanish Intermediate A
GRAN SPAN 204S: Intensive Spanish Intermediate B
GRAN SPAN 303S: Intensive Spanish Advanced A
GRAN SPAN 304S: Intensive Spanish Advanced B
GRAN SPAN 403S: Intensive Spanish Superior A
GRAN SPAN 404S: Intensive Spanish Superior B
(More information and course descriptions: in Spanish / in English)

Option 2: Intensive Spanish Language and Culture Program
Students must place into Intermediate A to be eligible for this option. Students will take 40 hours of Spanish language and may choose two 20-hour modules from one of the following topic areas (taken together for 3 semester hours of credit) for a total of 6 semester hours of credit.

Intensive Spanish Language and Culture Courses (CILYC)

Spanish Language - required
Learn more about course offerings (in Spanish).

GRAN LISP 350S Spanish and Latin American Literature

GRAN GEHI 350S Spanish Geography and History
Choose two of the three modules listed below:
Spanish Geography
Spanish History
History of Art in Spain

GRAN CUSP 350S Spanish Culture
Choose two of the three modules listed below:
Spanish Civilization and Culture
Islamic Culture in Spain
Latin American Civilization and Culture

GRAN SPAP 350S Applied Spanish Language
Varieties of Spanish
An Introduction to Business Spanish
Program Structure
Students will be enrolled for 4 weeks of Spanish language and electives. Classes run Monday through Friday for 4 hours per day. Students will take 2 hours of language every day and two hours of elective credit every day. Students will take a total of 80 hours of instruction per month and earn 6 semester hours of credits per month.

Credits
Courses may be selected among various departments. You will earn 6 credits per session.

Admission Requirements
GPA Requirements: 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.

You must be in good academic standing and not on disciplinary probation. You must submit a complete application including a transcript, letter of recommendation, and an advisor's form in order for your application to be considered.

Highlights

An Arcadia program isn't just about enrolling you in an overseas institution, however. It's about all of the services that we provide. Before you go, you can contact our program manager for advice on the application process, choosing courses, housing or simply what you should pack. Once you arrive, our resident director will lead an orientation program that will introduce you to the culture, history and politics of Spain as well as preparing you for the academic challenges of studying in a different educational system. During the summer, you can expect to participate in excursions and cultural events that are designed to allow you to reflect on learning both inside and outside of the classroom. Additionally, students participating in the Granada summer programs have the unique opportunity to take advantage of the renowned Festival de Musica y Danza that takes place from mid-June through mid-July.

Degree Level

Bachelors Degree (Undergraduate)

Subject Areas

• Culture
• Intensive Language

Cost in US$:

Experience Required

no

This Program is open to

Worldwide Participants.

Typical Living Arrangements

• Apartment/Flat
• Group living
• Home-stays
• Independent living

Application Process Involves

• Online Application plus Application Assessment
• Transcript

Arcadia University: The College of Global Studies's Mission Statement

The College of Global Studies at Arcadia University advances the University's mission to prepare students for life in a rapidly changing global society. Because international learning is an essential component of an effective undergraduate education, Arcadia is committed to providing high-quality, academically sound and experientially rich study abroad programs and support services to a wide range of students and institutions. Aspects of this mission have existed throughout the history of The College of Global Studies at Arcadia University and today the mission is at the core of everything we do. One of the ways we apply it to our programs is through the Arcadia Commitment.

Year Founded

1853