Description

Designed for the advanced student that has completed one semester of advanced college Spanish. Through this unique program, you benefit from the best combination of cultural preparation, specially designed courses, and guided direct enrollment at the Universidad de Alicante (UA), according to your preparation and academic goals.

Students opting to take this course of study attend a combination of both language and culture classes alongside other international students, for whom Spanish is not their first language, and integrated classes alongside Spanish students through UA's regular course offerings. Integrated courses are available in many disciplines, including humanities, science and technology, social sciences, health science, and education.

Students in this program also benefit from a unique culture course taught by the Resident Director called Social & Cultural Realities of Spain. This course allows you to synthesize your immersion experience from understanding daily life in the homestay to the historic and sociological foundations of Spain's current social reality.

Highlights

Alicante, the jewel of the Costa Blanca, is a charming harbor city that is both tranquil in its coastal climate and vibrant with modern Spanish life. The culture, architecture, language, and people have all been shaped by the regions rich history of sea merchants and conquerors.

Students in Alicante study onsite at Universidad de Alicante, twenty minutes outside of the city's center. Established in 1979 to carry on the traditions and academic integrity of its predecessor, Universidad de Orihuela (1545-1834), UA is one of the most innovative and modern universities in Spain. Students enjoy the convenience of modern classrooms and facilities on a campus of green lawns and Mediterranean gardens.

Through university coursework, homestays with native families, and multiple cross-cultural opportunities, students will find Spanish Studies Abroad in Alicante to be a highly immersive and integrated study abroad experience.

Degree Level

Bachelors Degree (Undergraduate)

Subject Areas

Cost in US$:

Program Fees Include:

Please refer to the Spanish Studies Abroad website for up to date program costs.

Experience Required

yes

Successful completion of one semester of advanced college Spanish or the equivalent.

This Program is open to

Canadian Participants.

Typical Living Arrangements

• Home-stays

Participants Travel

Independently or in Groups

Typically Participants Work

Independently or in Groups

Application Process Involves

• Letters of Reference
• Transcript
• Online Application plus Application Assessment

Typically The Application Process Time is

2 weeks

Spanish Studies Abroad's Mission Statement

The mission of Spanish Studies Abroad is to promote our students' in-depth understanding of Spanish-speaking countries, through specifically designed academically rigorous university-level programs. We consider all of our students to be willing to cross cultural boundaries, to live as members of another culture, and to thus learn about others as they learn about themselves. In accordance with our mission to encourage our students to cross cultural boundaries, Spanish Studies promotes equal opportunities within our programs and does not discriminate on the basis of an individual's race, religion, ethnicity, national origin, age, physical ability, gender, sexual orientation, or other characteristics. We believe in educating students on cultural tolerance and sensitivity, acceptance of differences, inclusiveness, and how diversity is viewed in other cultures.

Year Founded

1969