GSE at University Autonoma de Barcelona - Economic Integration and Spanish Civilization Program

  Spain

• Barcelona: 
Barcelona

Term: Academic Year, Fall, Spring, Summer 
Dates: 5-week Summer, Semester, or Academic Year

Description: Founded in 1968, Universitat Autonoma de Barcelona was established in a climate of dramatic student activism and aims to uphold four principles of autonomy: freedom to select teaching staff, admission available to all students, freedom to create its own study plans, and freedom to administrate the university's capital. UAB has moved forward at a rapid pace in its short history and is a leader in education and research, cooperating with universities and international organizations on five continents. Students can take courses in a variety of disciplines, including economics, international business and marketing, history, humanities, and of course, Spanish.

Highlights: Studying abroad in Barcelona, Spain is an incredible experience you will remember for the rest of your life. Select Barcelona as your study abroad destination and you are in for an amazing experience. GSE provides summer programs, semester programs, and academic year programs in Barcelona at the Universitat de Barcelona (University of Barcelona), University Autonoma de Barcelona, and at the Universitat Pompeu Fabra. GSE study abroad programs in Barcelona focus on Spanish language and culture study and are open to students of any ability, from beginner to nearly fluent. In addition to your university enrollment, all GSE study abroad programs in Barcelona also include housing in apartments, excursions to places like the Mediterranean island of Mallorca or the coastal city of San Sebastian, metro pass, health insurance, cultural events, cell phone, onsite director and much more. Study abroad in Barcelona with GSE and you are sure to make memories and friends that will last a lifetime, while at the same time earning college credit as you study Spanish in Spain.

Home to over 1.5 million people, Barcelona is Spain's second largest city. As host of the 1992 Summer Olympics, Barcelona saw major investments that dramatically changed the city's face. This thriving Spanish port is situated on a beautiful strip of Mediterranean coastline and is one of the most cosmopolitan locales in the world. In the center of the city is Las Ramblas, Barcelona's most famous boulevard. This charming tree lined avenue is constantly bustling with life and activity from the assortment of street performers, human statues, musicians, open air markets, sidewalk cafes and restaurants present at all times of the day. As rich in life at night as in day, Barcelona's intensity does not falter when the sun sets. After dark hundreds of taverns, discotecas, opera houses, and theatres all come to life. It is no wonder that more international students than ever are choosing Barcelona as their study abroad destination.

Degree Level: Bachelors Degree (Undergraduate)

Minimum Education: High School

Cost in US$: USD 11, 495 for Spring 2010; 5, 295 for Summer 2010

Experience Required: yes

all participants must be at least 18 years of age, have a high school diploma, a minimum GPA of 2.5, and at least one semester or equivalent of Spanish language experience(recommended).

This Program is open to American and Canadian Participants.

Participants Travel to Spain Independently

Typically Participants Work Independently

Scholarships are Available.

Application Process Involves:

• Online Application plus Application Assessment
• Transcript

Post-Program Services Include:

• Exit Debriefing Abroad
• Re-Entry Debriefing at Home

Global Student Experience's Mission Statement: Global Student Experience (GSE) is a dedicated team of study abroad advisors focused on providing the perfect cultural and personal experience for students abroad. GSE offers study abroad programs during the summer, quarter, trimester, semester, or full academic year in Argentina, Australia, England, France, Italy, Mexico, and Spain.

Year Founded: 2004