Conservation & Preservation Study Abroad Programs in Spain

Your Ecology + Sustainability program in Palma de Mallorca lasts a full semester and is designed for you to engage with the world's most pressing environmental challenges in a local context. You will enroll in a combination of sustainability- and discipline-focused CIEE courses, host institution courses, and courses taught online through CIEE's global academic partner, ASU, to develop your understanding of the ecological, political, and social contexts of environmental sustainability in Palma. Enhance your experience with co-curricular and extracurricular activities related to sustainability and the environment. Live and learn in Palma!

Travel across Ireland, Switzerland, and Spain to study biodiversity and conservation in varied ecosystems. From wetlands to alpine peaks and Spanish Dehesas, explore how Europe responds to climate change, land use, and human impact. Through fieldwork, site visits, and engagement with local experts, compare strategies for protecting species and ecosystems while examining the cultural and political systems that shape conservation efforts. Please visit the SIT Study Abroad website for details on the program highlights and details of coursework, educational excursions, and housing. MONEY MATTERS SIT has given an average of over $1.3 million in scholarships and grants to SIT Study Abroad students in recent years and is committed to ensuring you have the information necessary to apply for such funding. Our program costs include academics, excursions, accommodations, airport transfers, and health insurance. Meal arrangements vary by program. Be sure to discuss how study abroad costs are handled at your school with your study abroad advisor and read the website for more specific information.

This is a unique, tailor-made learning and living experience integrated with the academic quality of the Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona. Our customized programs are for institutions and agencies that want to provide groups of international students with an educational experience at a university of international excellence. Participants study on the main campus just outside the city or at a campus in central Barcelona. Individual programs are tailored by selecting from more than 100 elective subjects in English or Spanish across areas like Business, Communication, Medicine and Nursing, Law, Arts and Humanities, and Spanish and Catalan Language. Guarantee maximum flexibility! Programs are available all year round, with flexible timetables and no minimum duration. Students can add accommodation, meals, transport, cultural visits, and leisure activities.

This program is perfect for students with intermediate-level or higher Spanish skills who seek an authentic and immersive experience. Away from the crowds of American students who opt for more popular destinations, like Barcelona or Madrid, with us, you will find yourself fully immersed in the Spanish language and culture of La Coruña, Spain. At the beginning of the semester, you can optionally take an intensive Spanish language course to help prepare you for the semester abroad. You can take classes in your field of interest at an accredited public Spanish university. Most classes are taught in Spanish alongside Spanish students. While some courses are offered in English, we highly recommend taking on the challenge of studying in Spanish. If you need additional Spanish practice before the semester starts, you may combine our Summer Spanish Immersion program with the semester or year abroad program. You will be issued an official transcript, and we can assist you with obtaining transfer credit at your home institution. Adding a customized internship at a Spanish company alongside your studies is possible.

Intern in Spain with Intern Abroad HQ and experience award-winning, accredited programs in Valencia, Madrid, Barcelona, Tenerife or Seville. Whether you're a student, recent graduate, gap year traveler, or career changer, you’ll gain real-world experience in fields like Business, Psychology, Animal Care, Ecological Agriculture, Arts and Culture, Early Childhood Education, and more. Choose your start date and stay from 2 to 24 weeks - fully flexible to fit your schedule. Soak up Spain’s subtropical Mediterranean climate while exploring its world-famous cuisine, beaches, parks, and iconic architecture. Intern Abroad HQ handles everything: a guaranteed internship placement, accommodation, airport pickup, orientation, 24/7 in-country support, and a reference letter from your host organization. Intern alongside English-speaking professionals or practice your Spanish as you gain course credit and save thousands on tuition fees. With the most affordable internship programs abroad, Intern Abroad HQ empowers you to boost your resume and launch your global career with confidence.

Spend eight weeks earning six credits this summer while participating in significant environmental research in a distinct region of southern Spain! This STEM summer research program is based at the Andalusian Institute for Earth System Research (IISTA), one of Spain’s leading environmental research institutes, in cooperation with the University of Granada. Founded in 2011, the IISTA promotes scientific and technological knowledge, as well as development and innovation, in earth sciences and environmental development. This is a perfect opportunity for STEM students interested in physics, math, meteorology, and environmental science to conduct independent research, gain valuable experience for future opportunities, and stay on track for graduation. Conduct research at the renowned School of Medicine of the University of Granada, one of the leading schools in Spain. Located in a new building on the bio-science campus, equipped with innovative laboratories and well-trained staff, projects will be led by researchers in biochemistry, molecular biology, and forensic science.

SpaCIE's Summer School, "A Multidisciplinary Approach to Climate Change," is a unique opportunity to broaden your knowledge by attending classes with world-class university professors and expand your horizons in one of the most beautiful and lively cities in the world. Don’t miss the chance to embark on a journey that can change your life! Gain new perspectives on humanity’s most pressing problem, on your studies and on your career. Make new friends from all over the world. Immerse yourself in Spanish culture, cuisine, and life. And, in the process, discover something new about yourself. Enroll in an exclusive 2-week study program (workload equivalent to 3 ECTS credits) that offers a high-quality multidisciplinary course, taught in English by leading professors from numerous disciplines (Art, Biology, Business, Chemistry, Earth Sciences, Economics, Engineering, Geography, Humanities, Law, Physics, Political Science, and Sociology) and by the best professionals in the business world. You can also follow a 4-week study program (workload equivalent to 6 ECTS credits) by taking one of the following: "Skills Summer School" or "Environmental Economics and Policy Analysis."

Traveling might not be an option this summer, but learning across borders does not have to stop... Don't miss the opportunity to continue learning and earning academic credits this summer! We have selected some of our most popular courses and turned them into telepresence programs, taught by Nebrija teachers, live and at a time compatible with your place of residence. This Nebrija e-learning methodological proposal maintains the same principles of our face-to-face courses: the quality of the content, our highly specialized faculty and the students' interaction with their professors and fellow classmates. Check out our summer offer of Spanish Courses for Professional Communication for all levels here. Each course is equivalent to 45 contact hours and 6 ECTS (3 US credits). Course: - Spanish for Tourism (A1 - A2) - Spanish for Health Purporses (B1 - B2) - Spanish for Business (B2 - C1) - Spanish in Mass Media (B2 - C1)

Spend an unforgettable semester studying in Seville, one of Spain’s most vibrant and culturally rich cities. Through GlobalEd Abroad, students can choose from three academic institutions: Universidad de Sevilla, Universidad Pablo de Olavide, and EUSA University Center. Each offers quality courses taught by experienced faculty to support both academic and personal growth. Students can enroll in subjects across the humanities, business, communications, sciences, social sciences, engineering, and more. With centrally located campuses, housing placements, and an on-site staff dedicated to student support, it is easy to navigate the city, feel at home, and immerse yourself in Andalusian culture. Cultural activities, group excursions, and 24/7 emergency support are included to help students make the most of their semester abroad. An optional internship for academic credit is also available. By substituting one course with a three-credit internship, students gain practical experience that enhances both professional and linguistic skills. No prior knowledge of Spanish is required.