Language and Culture in Barcelona

  Spain

• Barcelona: 
Barcelona

Term: Summer 
Dates: June 22-August 2, 2008

Description: The Summer Institute in Spain is designed for students with intermediate and advanced levels of Spanish proficiency. Courses are taught by University of Kansas faculty and staff and native instructors from Spain. The academic program begins with a nine-day tour by bus from Madrid to various cities in the central and southern regions of the peninsula. Following the tour, the group settles in Barcelona for five weeks of intensive coursework. During this five-week period, the group takes two weekend excursions, to the Dali Museum on the Costa Brava and to the Valle de Boi for a local festival.

Courses Offered
Participants on the Barcelona program take courses at the intermediate or advanced Spanish levels, depending on prior study in the language.

Intensive Intermediate Spanish Language
Students who have completed two or three semesters (or the equivalent) of college-level coursework in Spanish will enroll in the Intensive Intermediate Spanish Language option. All students will enroll in the following course:

SPAN 220 Intensive Intermediate Spanish. (6 credits) An intensive review and continuation of grammar study, with particular attention to speaking, reading and writing practice. This course is designed for students who would like to acquire proficiency in Spanish more rapidly. Students who have completed 3 semesters of prior study in Spanish receive credit for SPAN 216 and SPAN 270.

Advanced Spanish Studies
Students who have completed six semesters (or the equivalent) of college-level coursework in Spanish will enroll in the Advanced Spanish Studies option. All students will enroll in the following courses:

SPAN 446 Spanish History and Culture. (3 credits) A study of the development of Spanish culture with particular emphasis on history, customs and traditions, and literary trends and artistic tendencies that constitute Spains specific contribution to Western Civilization. Prerequisite: SPAN 340 with a grade of B or better

SPAN 452 Nineteenth Century Spanish Studies. (3 credits) The 19th century has often been called the century of the novel, but it is perhaps even more appropriate to speak of the century of the short story, since in the course of this century the short story developed from a very popular genre into a framework for brilliant literary creations. In this class we will read a selection of short stories by various authors, both men and women: Fernan Caballero, Alarcon, Pereda, Perez Galdos, Leopoldo Alas, Pardo Bazan, Jacinto Octavio Picon. We will explore the particular characteristics of the genre, as well as its relationship with the socio-historical context. Students will familiarize themselves with different concepts of (narratological) analysis. Prerequisite: SPAN 340 with a grade of B or better.

Highlights: Travel Period
The nine-day journey begins in Madrid on June 23, 2008 and includes visits to El Escorial, Avila, Toledo, Cordoba, Sevilla, Ronda, Granada, and Valencia, finally ending in Barcelona on July 1. Students keep a journal in Spanish of their experiences as they visit sites such as the Royal Palace, the Prado, Reina Sofia, Alhambra, cathedrals, and even a few beaches.

Barcelona
Barcelona, the capital of Catalonia, is one of the most prosperous and dynamic cities in Europe today. Students are encouraged to explore the cultural riches of this modern western European city after class: world-class opera, concerts, museums, theatre and outstanding architecture. Areas such as the Barri Gòtic and LEixample are filled with examples of history and architecture ranging from ancient to modern times.

Cost in US$: Approximately $4,690

Tuition and Fees: Estimated tuition and fees for 6 credit hours (based on standard tuition rate): $1,169 *

*Actual expenses for KU students will vary by the students individual tuition compact. Non-KU students will pay the standard tuition rate listed above.

Additional costs: Airfare, passport fees, some meals, incidental personal expenses and personal travel expenses.

Note
All dates, costs, and program information are subject to change as necessary due to fluctuations in the exchange rate or other reasons.

Experience Required: no

Application Process Involves:

• Letters of Reference
• Transcript
• Written Application