Study Abroad Programs in Segovia, Spain

If you prefer the university route, Segovia offers two major university campuses for your pursuits in academia: the IE University and the University of Valladolid. Many students attend IE University for its strong business curriculum. The University of Valladolid, on the flipside, offers faculties in social science, legal studies, and communications, as well as computing and education. University grading in Spain is based on a 10-point scale (then converted to a four-point scale for academic records) and primarily exam-based. It is important for students to keep in mind that courses in Segovia are generally taught in Spanish.

Most study abroad programs in Segovia run for several weeks during the summer term; however, there are several opportunities to study abroad in Segovia during the fall or spring semesters as well. The fall semester begins in September and lasts until just before Christmas, while the spring semester begins in January and goes until June. Summer and winter breaks are observed throughout Spain, in addition to various national and religious holidays. When it comes time for holidays in Spain, get ready for the festivities!

Arguably some of the greatest opportunities for learning during study abroad in Segovia can be found in the culture and history of the city itself. Many students study abroad in Segovia in order to learn Spanish and pick up the signature lisp that permeates Castilian Spanish. Opportunities to learn Spanish will come in all shapes and sizes, including staying in homestays with local families for full cultural immersion.

Additionally, many study abroad programs in Segovia include frequent trips to historical sites both in the city and in the surrounding areas. The crowning monument of the city is the Roman aqueduct, El acueducto de Segovia. While an impressive testament to ancient Rome, circa 5 A.D., it also offers a popular viewing spot for local youth to look out over the city as they chat and smoke. Other sites commonly visited by students studying in Segovia include El Alcázar de Segovia (Palace of Segovia), the Segovia Cathedral, and the nearby palace of La Granja.