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Semesters

All Semesters are adapted as an intensive course of 20 lessons per week, a total of 80 lessons during the course of 4 weeks.

Dates
Summer intensive June courses 2009: June st - June 26
Summer intensive July courses 2009: July 6th- July 31st
Summer intensive August courses 2009: August 3rd- August 28th
Fall Semester 2009: October 5th - December 18h
Spring Semester 2010: Feb 8th- May 21st
Summer intensive June courses 2010: June 7th - July 2nd
Summer intensive July courses 2010: July 5th - July 30ieth
Summer intensive August courses 2010: August 2nd - August 27th
Fall Semester 2010: October 11th - December 17th

Application deadlines
June summer course 2009 Deadline: May 4th
July summer course 2009 Deadline: June 1st
August summer course 2009 Deadline: July 6th
Fall Semester Deadline 2009: September 7th
Spring semester 2010: January 15th, 2009
June summer course 2010 deadline: May 3rd
July summer course 2010 deadline: June 4th
August summer course 2010 deadline: July 2nd
Fall Semester course 2010 deadline: September 10th

Please select the Semester Program you are interested in from the links below:


Semester program Credits
Intermediate 202 Spanish language & culture 14 credits
Spanish 305 language & Business 14 credits
Applied 322 language & humanities 12 credits
Spanish 323 History & Culture 12 credits
Spanish 518 Language & Literature 14 credits
Psychology 101 & Human resources 14 credits
Business 318 with management 14 credits
Communication 309 & Marketing 14 credits


Intermediate 202 Spanish language & culture

Elementary Spanish (9 hours/week). This beginners' course is designed for students with no prior Spanish study. Emphasis is on building oral and written communication skills and on acquiring knowledge of the Spanish speaking world. This course is conducted in Spanish.

Elementary Spanish (6 hours/week). This beginners' course is designed for students with very basic Spanish knowledge. Emphasis is on building oral and written communication skills and on acquiring knowledge of the Spanish speaking world. This course is conducted in Spanish.

History of Spain. An overview of Spanish history from Roman times to the modern era: The Arab invasion and the Christian reconquest, Spain's monarchy, Spain's society and identity from 1936 to the present. The role of the church, women, social classes, and nationalism will be discussed. This course is conducted in English.

History of Spanish Art. survey of major works of art from prehistoric times through the present. Painting, sculpture and architecture are examined in the context of their time and place in history. Special attention is given to the art and culture of Seville. This course is conducted in English.

Spanish Civilization and Culture. Spain's multicultural civilization from its Roman roots to the "movida" of post-Franco Spain. Recurrent themes in Spanish national ideology and culture will be examined: Spain as a crossroads of Christian, Jewish and Islamic cultures; linguistic and cultural diversity; regionalism and nationalism; dictatorship and democracy. This course is conducted in English.

The program covers:

  • Tuition from Mondays through Thursdays
  • Student ID which includes: Free Internet access, access to library facilities, special discounts for the on campus Gyms and more
  • Orientation Session & Welcome Reception
  • 5 courses worth 3 U.S. credits each (4.5 Spanish credits)
  • 4 cultural/social activities during the semester
  • Farewell Reception
  • Accommodation arrangements
  • University Transcripts at the end of each completed semester, if needed.

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Spanish 305 language & Business

Elementary Spanish (9 hours/week). This beginners' course is designed for students with no prior Spanish study. Emphasis is on building oral and written communication skills and on acquiring knowledge of the Spanish speaking world. This course is conducted in Spanish.

Elementary Spanish (6 hours/week). This beginners' course is designed for students with very basic Spanish knowledge. Emphasis is on building oral and written communication skills and on acquiring knowledge of the Spanish speaking world. This course is conducted in Spanish.

History of Spain. An overview of Spanish history from Roman times to the modern era: The Arab invasion and the Christian reconquest, Spain's monarchy, Spain's society and identity from 1936 to the present. The role of the church, women, social classes, and nationalism will be discussed. This course is conducted in English.

History of Spanish Art. survey of major works of art from prehistoric times through the present. Painting, sculpture and architecture are examined in the context of their time and place in history. Special attention is given to the art and culture of Seville. This course is conducted in English.

Spanish Civilization and Culture. Spain's multicultural civilization from its Roman roots to the "movida" of post-Franco Spain. Recurrent themes in Spanish national ideology and culture will be examined: Spain as a crossroads of Christian, Jewish and Islamic cultures; linguistic and cultural diversity; regionalism and nationalism; dictatorship and democracy. This course is conducted in English.

International Marketing. An introduction to international marketing. Topics include analytical techniques used in international market research, determining prices and distribution channels in an international context, marketing across linguistic and cultural borders. This course is conducted in English.

The European Union. The course will analyze the initial motives behind the creation of the European Community and its subsequent development into the European Union with a unique institutional structure. There will be a study of the EU's key common policies - Economic and Monetary Union, Competition, Agriculture, External Trade etc - and their global effects; paying special attention to EU-US relations. This course is conducted in English.

The Global Economy. The course will explore the main debates surrounding the nature, effects and attempted management of the Global Economy; paying special attention to the role of international organizations such as the IMF and WTO, as well as moves towards economic regional integration (EU, NAFTA and Mercosur). This course is conducted in English.

The program covers:

  • Tuition from Mondays through Thursdays
  • Student ID which includes: Free Internet access, access to library facilities, special discounts for the on campus Gyms and more
  • Orientation Session & Welcome Reception
  • 5 courses worth 3 U.S. credits each (4.5 Spanish credits)
  • 4 cultural/social activities during the semester
  • Farewell Reception
  • Accommodation arrangements
  • University Transcripts at the end of each completed semester, if needed.

Class size. Spanish language classes will have a minimum of 8 and a maximum of 18 students per class. All other classes will have a minimum of 8 and a maximum of 30 students per class.


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Applied 322 language & humanities

International students can develop their own curriculum, by choosing among any of the courses that follow:

Fall semester

  • English Language I : Patterns and Usage
  • French language 1A or Germany 1A
  • French language 2A or Germany 2A
  • French language 3A or Germany 3A
  • French language 4A or Germany 4A
  • English Literature I
  • General Linguistics I
  • English Language III
  • English Literature to 19th century (Poetry, Drama)
  • Twentieth Century British Literature
  • Translation Techniques
  • British History and Institutions.

Spring semester

  • English Language II: Patterns and Usage
  • French language 1B or Germany 1B
  • French language 2B or Germany 2B
  • French language 3B or Germany 3B
  • French language 4B or Germany 4B
  • Written Discourse Analysis
  • General Linguistics II
  • English Syntax
  • English Literature to 19th century (Poetry, Drama)
  • Twentieth Century American Literature
  • Applied Linguistics
  • History and Institutions of English Speaking Countries.

We offer:

  • Orientation Session
  • Registration in 5 classes per semester
  • 200 hours of class (minimum)
  • Complementary Activities
  • Use of Computer Labs, Library, Bookstore (with 5% discount)
  • Exams and transcript
  • Additional classes at special price: 438 Euros
  • Intensive Spanish Language Preparatory Course (September/January) at special price 379 Euros

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Spanish 323 History & Culture

International students can develop their own curriculum, by choosing among any of the courses that follow:

Fall and spring semester

  • Prehistoria General
  • H.ª Antigua Universal
  • Geografía General
  • Tendencias Historiográficas actuales
  • Historia del Arte Antiguo
  • Historia Medieval Universal
  • Historia Moderna Universal
  • Historia del Arte Medieval
  • Historia del Arte Moderno
  • Geografía de España
  • Prehistoria y Protohistoria de la península Ibérica
  • Historia Antigua de la península Ibérica
  • Arqueología
  • Historia Contemporánea Universal
  • Arte Prehistórico
  • Economía, Sociedad e Ideología de los Cazadores - Recolectores
  • Economía y Sociedad en el Neolítico
  • Historia de Grecia
  • Historia de Roma
  • Textos Históricos Latinos
  • Historia de las Religiones Antiguas
  • Tipologías Arquitectónicas en la Antiguedad
  • Historia de Europa en el siglo XVI
  • Historia de la América Española (1492-1824)
  • Historia del Islam Medieval
  • Historia de la Corona de Aragón
  • Paleografía y Diplomática en la Baja Edad Media
  • Geografía de Iberoamérica
  • Geografía Urbana
  • Historia del Arte Islámico
  • Pintura Española del Siglo de Oro
  • Historia de España (1808-1874)
  • Historia de España (1875-1936)
  • Historia de España (desde 1936)
  • Historia Política de América Latina (siglo XX)
  • Historia Contemporánea de la Europa Centro Oriental
  • Historia del Urbanismo desde el siglo XVIII
  • Pintura de los siglos XIX y XX
  • Geografía de Europa.

We offer:

  • Orientation Session
  • Registration in 5 classes per semester
  • 200 hours of class (minimum)
  • Complementary Activities
  • Use of Computer Labs, Library, Bookstore (with 5% discount)
  • Exams and transcript
  • Additional classes at special price: 438 Euros
  • Intensive Spanish Language Preparatory Course (September/January) at special price 379 Euros.

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Spanish 518 Language & Literature

International students can develop their own curriculum, by choosing among any of the courses that follow:

Fall and spring semester

  • Fonética y Fonología de la Lengua Española
  • Literatura Española Medieval
  • Latín
  • Linguística
  • Teoría de la Literatura
  • Historia de la Linguística
  • Enseñanza del Español (lengua materna; lengua extranjera)
  • Introducción a la Filología Románica
  • El Español de América
  • Historia y Técnicas de la Representación Teatral
  • Introducción a la Edición y Estudio del Texto Literario
  • Movimientos y Épocas Literarias
  • Retórica
  • Novela Española Contemporánea
  • Novela Hispanoamericana Contemporánea
  • Lengua y Literatura Catalanas
  • Lengua y Literatura Gallegas
  • Lengua y Literatura Vascas
  • Literatura Española del siglo de Oro
  • Morfosintaxis de la Lengua Española
  • Lengua y literatura Extranjera Alemán
  • Lengua y literatura Extranjera Frances
  • Lengua y literatura Extranjera Ingles
  • Lengua y literatura Extranjera Italiano
  • Cultura Grecolatina

We offer:

  • Orientation Session
  • Registration in 5 classes per semester
  • 200 hours of class (minimum)
  • Complementary Activities
  • Use of Computer Labs, Library, Bookstore (with 5% discount)
  • Exams and transcript
  • Additional classes at special price: 438 Euros
  • Intensive Spanish Language Preparatory Course (September/January) at special price 379 Euros

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Psychology 101 & Human resources

International students can develop their own curriculum, by choosing among any of the courses that follow:

Fall and spring semester

  • Teoría de la personalidad
  • Psicología evolutiva
  • Psicopatología
  • Psicología profunda
  • Psicología social
  • Recursos humanos
  • Gestión de personas
  • Personalidades desviadas
  • Etica en el trabajo
  • Gestión de empresas
  • Comunicación
  • Psicología emocional

We offer:

  • Orientation Session
  • Registration in 5 classes per semester
  • 200 hours of class (minimum)
  • Complementary Activities
  • Use of Computer Labs, Library, Bookstore (with 5% discount)
  • Exams and transcript
  • Additional classes at special price: 438 Euros

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Business 318 with management

International students can develop their own curriculum, by choosing among any of the courses that follow:

Fall and spring semester

  • Economía de la empresa
  • Macroeconomía
  • Microeconomía
  • Matemáticas
  • Matemáticas financieras
  • Contabilidad General
  • Contabilidad Financiera y de Sociedades
  • Contabilidad de Analítica
  • Análisis de Estados Financieros
  • Estadística
  • Derecho del trabajo
  • Derecho mercantil y civil
  • Marketing
  • Hacienda Pública
  • Fundamentos de Inversión y Financiación
  • Dirección de la Producción
  • Estadística
  • Política económica
  • Econometría
  • Sistema Fiscal Español

We offer:

  • Orientation Session
  • Registration in 5 classes per semester
  • 200 hours of class (minimum)
  • Complementary Activities
  • Use of Computer Labs, Library, Bookstore (with 5% discount)
  • Exams and transcript
  • Additional classes at special price: 438 Euros
  • Intensive Spanish Language Preparatory Course (September/January) at special price 379 Euros

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Communication 309 & Marketing

International students can develop their own curriculum, by choosing among any of the courses that follow:

Fall and spring semester

  • Tecnología de la información escrita
  • Teoría general de la comunicación
  • Teoría general de la publicidad
  • Redacción periodística
  • Documentación
  • Marketing
  • Información audiovisual: radio
  • Edición y Producción
  • Opinión Pública
  • Teoría y Práctica de la Dirección de la Empresa Informativa
  • Teoría y Práctica de la Redacción Periodística
  • Comunicación Política
  • Crítica Literaria: Metodología
  • Empresa Informativa en Radio y Televisión
  • Escuela de cine

We offer:

  • Orientation Session
  • Registration in 5 classes per semester
  • 200 hours of class (minimum)
  • Complementary Activities
  • Use of Computer Labs, Library, Bookstore (with 5% discount)
  • Exams and transcript
  • Additional classes at special price: 438 Euros
  • Intensive Spanish Language Preparatory Course (September/January) at special price 379 Euros

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