Description

Beaches, culture, Spanish-language immersion, and a university with a strong international reputation await you in Barcelona! Summer at Universitat Autonoma de Barcelona lets you earn 6 credits in 6 weeks while living in one of Europe's most cosmopolitan cities.

Spend a summer studying at an internationally renowned university in the cultural hub of Mediterranean Europe. On Summer at Universitat Autonoma de Barcelona, you can soak up all that Barcelona has to offer both inside and outside the classroom. You'll experience:

* The most pristine white-sand beaches in Western Europe - Barcelona enjoys a Mediterranean climate with mild winters and hot summers. It's always the perfect time of year for a visit to the beach! Barcelona's beaches and boardwalks, a stone's throw from your front door, are a main attraction in the city.

* Life in the cultural capital of the Mediterranean - Barcelona is home to more UNESCO World Heritage sites than any other city in Europe. You will witness 2,000 years of architectural and cultural splendor. The numerous museums, churches, cathedrals, and concert halls, the modern art of Joan Miro and Pablo Picasso, and the influential architecture of Antonio Gaudi and Mies van der Rohe make Barcelona an aesthetically appealing destination for visitors from all over the world.

* World-class academics at one of the strongest universities in Western Europe - You will spend your summer studying at the newest, most modern branch of the Universitat Autonoma de Barcelona. The campus is located in an affluent financial and educational district in northern Barcelona.

* Accommodations that suit your style - Summer at the Universitat Autonoma de Barcelona provides several housing options. Live with a Spanish family, share an apartment with other international students, or live in student housing throughout the city.

* The city of Barcelona - The cafe culture, boutique shops, tapas restaurants, and world-famous nightlife will easily keep you busy for the entire summer.

* Cultural activities and excursions are included - Imagine learning a little more about the history of Spain through a cooking class, or about southern Spain's traditions while enjoying a flamenco show. Get to know the barrios of Barcelona in greater detail with small guided tours, or learn about immigration patterns affecting the city through diversity scavenger hunts.

Highlights

* Hands-on orientation and guided tours of the city
* A Catalan cooking class, a flamenco show, museum visits, and cinema night
* One optional guided weekend excursion outside of Barcelona (at an additional cost)
* Custom housing options
* An internationally recognized university
* A range of academic offerings to suit your major and interests
* Classes taught in both English and Spanish
* Spanish classes tailored to your proficiency, whether beginner or advanced
* A coastline of the best beaches in Europe
* Cafe culture, delicious cuisine, amazing nightlife, and incredible shopping
* Enough UNESCO World Heritage sites and architectural masterpieces to keep you busy for a lifetime

Degree Level

Bachelors Degree (Undergraduate)

Subject Areas

• Art/fine Arts
• Business Admin. & Mngmt.
• Creative Writing
• History
• Photography
• Spanish

Cost in US$:

please contact CISabroad

Program Fees Include:

* Cultural and recreational excursions and activities in Barcelona
* One optional guided weekend excursion outside of Barcelona (extra cost)
* Full-time tuition and fees
* Housing (apartment, local home, or residence hall)
* Meal plan available with a homestay
* Medical and accident insurance
* CISabroad support services before, during, and after the program
* Academic advising
* Financial aid counseling
* Assistance with travel arrangements
* Predeparture orientation
* Airport pickup
* Universitat Autonoma de Barcelona orientation
* On-site support
* Official Universitat Autonoma de Barcelona transcript
* Carbon offset of travel

Experience Required

no

This Program is open to

American and Canadian Participants.

Typical Living Arrangements

• Apartment/Flat
• Dormitory
• Home-stays

Scholarships are Available

Grants (Automatically Awarded): * CISabroad Early Bird Grant: You will automatically receive USD 100 off if you apply by Sep 23rd for a spring semester program or December 31st for a fall semester program! * CISabroad CPA (Cooperating Partner Alliance) Grant: Automatically receive USD 250 off a semester program or USD 100 off a summer or short-term program if your school is an affiliate. Please check list at CISabroad website. * CISabroad Bring a Friend Grant: You and your friend receive USD 250 for a semester program or USD 100 for a summer, short-term or internship program. * CISabroad Go Again Grant: Got the travel bug and want to go again on another CISabroad program? Get USD 250 off a semester or USD 100 off a summer program. *CISabroad Diversity Abroad Grant, CIS Gilman Grant, CIS Golden Key Grant: If you receive a Diversity Abroad scholarship, Gilman Grant, or Golden Key Award for your CISabroad program, we'll give you an additional $500 grant, just to say congrats! For all of the following scholarships, Please be sure to fill out the CIS scholarship application form by May 1 for a fall program, November 1 for a Spring Program, or May 1 For a summer program. Please visit CISabroad website. * CISabroad Leadership Scholarship: Receive USD 250- USD 500 off a semester program or USD 100-USD 200 off a summer program * CISabroad Photo Journalist Scholarship Receive USD 100 off plus a digital camera for semester or summer program * CISabroad Correspondent Scholarship (semester programs only) Receive USD 500-USD 1,000 off for blogging regularly about your experience overseas * CISabroad Green Scholarship Receive USD 250-USD 500 off a semester or USD 100-USD 200 off a summer program for volunteering in an eco-friendly capacity and presenting on your experience while back home Please check CISabroad website for a more up to date info.

Typically The Application Process Time is

48 hours

CISabroad's Mission Statement

To provide innovative education programs that broaden academic perspectives, promote global awareness, and encourage personal development while laying the foundation for participants to become engaged world citizens.

Year Founded

2000