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Morocco & Spain Semester: Culture & Borderlands (Gap)

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Program Overview

Experience the westernmost outpost of the Arab world. Travel from forested mountains to the Sahara Desert while studying different languages, faiths, and cultures across the Straits of Gibraltar. From the rise and fall of empires to the cross-cultural exchanges that have left an indelible mark on both nations, this program emphasizes migration patterns, international relations, and religious influence across continents. By following the path of conquests, intellectual growth, and artistic achievements, we will gain a profound understanding of how history has shaped the present-day connections between Morocco and Spain.

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Program Highlights

Build fluency in Moroccan Arabic (Darija) with interactive formal and conversational classes 2-3 times per week.
Trek through the stunning Atlas Mountains, camping out under the stars while learning the importance of expedition behaviour and leave no trace principles.
Try your hand at rug weaving, shoemaking and stone or wood carving with the masters and students at the Artisan Centre in Azrou.
Explore the breathtaking Imperial Cities such as Fes and Marrakesh, losing yourself in the sights and smells of these ancient wonders.
Swim and relax on white-sand beaches taking in beautiful sunsets over the North Atlantic Ocean.

What's Included

Tuition & Fees
Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
All Program Activity Costs
Weekday Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Weekend Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Required Equipment
In-Country Transportation To & From Project

Quick Details

Location
Marrakech, MoroccoGranada, Spain
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Availability
Year(s) Offered:Year Round
Gap Year Timing:
  • After College
  • Career Break / Mid-Career
  • During College
  • During High School
  • Post High School
Age Requirement18-25
Types & Subjects
Types:
  • Adventure Travel
  • Art
  • Experiential Learning
  • History
  • Language Immersion
  • Music
  • Self-Discovery
  • Wilderness
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Program Details

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Locations

  • Marrakech, Morocco
  • Granada, Spain

Available Terms / Availability

  • Years Offered: Year Round
  • Gap Year Timing: After College, Career Break / Mid-Career, During College, During High School, Post High School

Eligible Nationalities

  • All Nationalities
  • This Program is also open to Solo, Group

Education Levels & Language

  • Language: English
  • Education: Some high school, no diploma
  • Education: High school graduate, diploma or the equivalent (for example: GED)

Accommodation Options

  • Group living
  • Home-stays

Application Procedures

  • Phone/Video Interview
  • Physical Exam/Health Records
  • Online Application

Age Requirement

18-25

Duration

After College, Career Break / Mid-Career, During College, During High School, Post High School

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Refund Policy

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Dora RubinUnited States · March 2026

Best Gap Year I Could've Asked For

While on my Dragons program, I learned not only about the world around me and new places and people, but I also gained confidence in myself. My program had a focus on cultural immersion and understanding how Morocco and Spain are connected. This was very interesting to learn about, and we did this via language lessons, homestays, and meeting local people. Overall, I realized that the world is much more interconnected than I thought, and I have been inspired to continue traveling and to immerse myself in different cultures intentionally. Luckily, I have also found a global community that is like-minded through Where There Be Dragons, and I feel that after my program, I have a whole new world of opportunities available to me.

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