Study in Spain for a university semester

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Study in Spain for a university semester

Our program combines challenging academic study (beginners, intermediate, and advanced levels) with practical opportunities for students to practice what they learn. Our programs are designed to provide a rich academic and cultural experience as well as foster lasting relationships between our students and the Spanish people.

The Universities that you will attend are established and will offer quality instruction. Semesters in Spain (in English and/or Spanish language) offers all of these things, and does so at an affordable price.

This is a fantastic opportunity to discover the world and gain experience and practical training in a Spanish University. For the participating students, it is a great opportunity to upgrade their resume and to meet students of different nationalities.

Getting to know a different culture, reinforcing your knowledge of other languages and gaining real-life experiences abroad are good reasons to seize this fantastic opportunity to gain a unique experience.

Click any links below to view more information about the Semester abroad you are interested.

Semester	Language	Place	Price
Spanish Language & Culture	English	Andalusia - Spain	2500 €
Spanish Language & Business	English	Andalusia - Spain	3600 €
Applied Language & Humanities	English	Madrid - Spain	1500 €
Spanish History & Culture	Spanish	Spain *	1500 €
Spanish Language & Literature	Spanish	Spain *	1500 €
Psicology & Human Resources	Spanish	Spain *	1500 €
Business Management	Spanish	Spain *	1500 €
Communication & Marketing	Spanish	Spain *	1500 €
Program Highlights

* Madrid, Barcelona, Valencia, Salamanca, Santiago

Spanish Language & Culture

Elementary Spanish (9 hours/week): This beginners' course is designed for students with no prior Spanish study. The 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. The 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: A 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.

Dates
Spring Semester: February 7th - May 20th
Summer intensive June courses: June 3rd -June 30th
Summer intensive july courses: July 2nd - July 29th
Summer intensive August courses: August 1st - August 29th
Fall Semester: October 10th - December 19th

Application deadlines
Spring Semester Deadline: January 7th
June summer course Deadline: May 3rd
July summer course Deadline: June 2nd
August summer course Deadline: July 1st
Fall Semester Deadline: September 10th

Spanish 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.

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.

Applied 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

Spanish 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.

Spanish 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

Psychology & 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

Business 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

Communication & 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 transcripts
Additional classes at special price: 438 Euros
Intensive Spanish Language Preparatory Course (September/January) at special price 379 Euros

Program Highlights

A semester in a historically rich host city that combines an authentic, student-friendly environment with easy (40 minutes) access to downtown.
A wide array of Spanish language and content courses to choose from
Immersion activities and travel in Spain linked to your coursework
Housing, cultural immersion and local excursions included in program fees
Earn 15 credits toward your degree through fully-accredited coursework
Inclusive fees and great program value

Why Should I Join this Program?

You would like to experience Spain, a wonderful Mediterranean country with rich historic roots, diverse cultural influences, and a contemporary college community
You would like to improve your Spanish language skills
You are independent and outgoing and want a full cultural immersion experience
You would like to live in historic and friendly host city
You would like to add to your resume an experience that will make you unique from most job applicants

Accreditation

We work with the top 10 universities in Spain. They are recognized by the Spanish Ministry of Education as degree granting institutions of higher learning.

Spain preserves its traditional humanities faculties, a testimony to the universities´ special efforts to promote and spread the Spanish language.

Instituto Hemingway is partnered with top Universities in Spain for our Semesters in Spain.Our host institution is fully accredited and will provide the transcript for students successfully completing academic course work.

All the study programs offered in the field of Spanish studies are officially approved by the Vice Chancellor of the University.

Admission Requirements

The minimum requirements* for participating on the Semester in Spain are:

You are currently a student in good standing at an accredited college or university in the United States, Canada or any other Western country.
You have maintained a minimum GPA of 2.50 on a 4.0 scale
You love Spanish language and culture

What is included in program fees?

Up to 15 credits of tuition.
All program, lab, and field fees.
Full use of University labs and facilities
Accommodation in shared apartment with other students of your age.
On-site orientation and emergency support.
All ground transportation for host country excursions.
Airport pickup
Medical insurance upon request for an extra price
Support to get a student visa.

What is not included in program fees?

Airfare from your country to Spain
Student meals
Personal expenses and travel
Cost of cellphone calls