Duke in Madrid - Elementary: Begin Learning Spanish in Spain
Program Overview
Duke in Madrid – Elementary track allows you to start learning Spanish while spending a full spring semester in Spain’s capital. Designed for students with no prior Spanish coursework, the program combines SPANISH 101 and 102 into a two-credit Signature Course, helping you build foundational language skills quickly through immersion. Sponsored by Duke’s Department of Romance Studies and the Global Education Office, the program pairs intensive language study with two electives taught in English at Universidad Carlos III de Madrid (UC3M), a nationally recognized institution known for academic excellence and innovation. You’ll advance academically while living your Spanish every day – in classrooms, cafés, and cultural spaces across Madrid. Spring semester only. No prior Spanish required.
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- Spring
- Art History
- Arts
- Bioengineering
- Civil Engineering
- Computer Engineering
- Computer Science & IT
- Economics
- Electrical Engineering
- Engineering
- Environmental Studies
- Feminist, Gender, & Sexuality Studies
- Finance
- History
- Information Systems
- International Policy & Diplomacy
- Journalism & Broadcasting
- Latin American Studies
- Literature
- Mathematics
- Mechanical Engineering
- Natural Sciences
- Philosophy
- Political Science & Politics
- Social Sciences
- Sociology
- Spanish
- Statistics
- Visual Arts
Updated May 14, 2026
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Locations
- Madrid, Spain
Fields & Subjects
- Art History
- Arts
- Bioengineering
- Civil Engineering
- Computer Engineering
- Computer Science & IT
- Economics
- Electrical Engineering
- Engineering
- Environmental Studies
- Feminist, Gender, & Sexuality Studies
- Finance
- History
- Information Systems
- International Policy & Diplomacy
- Journalism & Broadcasting
- Latin American Studies
- Literature
- Mathematics
- Mechanical Engineering
- Natural Sciences
- Philosophy
- Political Science & Politics
- Social Sciences
- Sociology
- Spanish
- Statistics
- Visual Arts
Available Terms / Availability
- Years Offered: Year Round
- Terms Available: Spring
Eligible Nationalities
- All Nationalities
Education Levels & Language
- Language: English
- Language: Spanish
- Education: University Sophomore (2nd Year)
- Education: University Junior (3rd Year)
Accommodation Options
- Dormitory
- Home-stays
Application Procedures
- Written Application
- Letters of Reference
- Transcript
- Online Application
Age Requirement
18-25
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