CIEE Study Center at Universidad de Alicante in Alicante, Spain: Summer

  Spain

• Alicante: 
Alicante

Term: Summer 
Dates: 6 weeks: mid-June-late July

Description: The goals of the program are to develop students' Spanish language skills and increase their knowledge of Spanish art, culture, politics, and public health. These goals are achieved through intensive language coursework and content courses along with Spanish homestays and excursions.

Academic Program
Established in 1992, the summer program in Alicante provides an opportunity for short-term, intensive study of the Spanish language. The six-week program is open to qualified undergraduates with an interest in Spanish language and contemporary Spain.

Academic Culture
CIEE courses are scheduled Monday through Friday. Students can expect daily homework assignments. Teaching methods in CIEE courses are a combination of lecture and interactive styles. Program professors are familiar with second-language teaching methodology, have several years teaching experience in Spain and abroad, and use a variety of teaching methods. Furthermore, they have worked with American, European, and other foreign students for many years and are familiar with their expectations. Each professor distributes a detailed syllabus indicating what material is covered, when exams are held, and what is expected from each student.

Language classes are taught entirely in Spanish and are offered at the beginning, intermediate, and advanced levels. Students are given a placement exam in Alicante prior to the start of classes to determine appropriate placement for the language course.

Highlights:

• Take content courses in Spanish art, film, politics, economics, and culture in English and/or Spanish
  
• Improve your Spanish in a beautiful coastal city
  
• Enjoy the support of a caring and experienced Resident Staff
  
• Live with a Spanish family and immerse yourself in Alicantino daily life
  
• Courses offered to students at all language levels

Students also have access to a wide variety of weekly activities organized by the CIEE Alicante resident staff as well as the International Club run by the Universidad de Alicante (UA). These socio-cultural and sporting activities include guided tours to monuments and museums in Alicante, intramural activities through the UA sport competitions, nature and hiking activities in the natural parks located in the province of Alicante, cooking classes, dance classes, and volunteering.

CIEE Spanish Helpers
CIEE Alicante Spanish Helpers are University of Alicante Spanish students who accompany CIEE students on group activities and also participate in weekend field trips, day excursions and other local events. Spanish helpers are like big brothers and sisters, helping students to make friends at the university, introducing them to the local culture, and generally helping them adapt to life in Alicante.

Cost in US$: See below for CIEE Fees

The CIEE fee for 2007 includes an optional on-site airport meet and greet, full-time leadership and support, tuition, housing and three meals per day, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, predeparture advising, and a CIEE iNext travel card which includes insurance and other travel benefits.

Experience Required: yes

Overall GPA 2.75

This Program is open to World Wide Participants.

Participants Travel to Spain Independently

Scholarships are Available. - We have several scholarships that students can apply for. Contact CIEE for more details.

Application Process Involves:

• Letters of Reference
• Other
• Transcript
• Written Application

CIEE's Mission Statement: Since 1947, the Council on International Educational Exchange, known as CIEE, has been in pursuit of its mission, "to help people gain understanding, acquire knowledge, and develop skills for living in a globally interdependent and culturally diverse world." Our services to young people studying, working, teaching, and traveling abroad are more important than ever. As we look ahead, we reaffirm our commitment to the principles and values that guide this mission statement.

Year Founded: 1947