International Semester Programme

  Argentina

• Buenos Aires: 
Buenos Aires

Term: Academic Year, Fall, Spring 
Dates: Inquire for specific dates.

Description: Universidad Austral is a prestigious higher education institution accredited by the Ministry of Education, Science and Technology. It is renowned for having adopted the best traditions and practices of European and American Universities: full-time faculty; research promotion; interdisciplinary work; active teaching methods, and free flowing relationships with the social environment. Universidad Austral is located in the cities of Rosario, Buenos Aires and Pilar. These three sites offer attractive and comprehensive international programmes with unique features. Universidad Austral is located in the cities of Rosario, Buenos Aires and Pilar. These three sites offer attractive and comprehensive international programmes with unique features.

Foreign students can register as visiting students (free movers) during a semester or a year, even if there is no agreement with their home university. The number of credit units (or ECTS) to be obtained will depend on their field of studies and their Spanish language proficiency. They will be able to attend International Programmes, lectures and/or any of the regular courses at Universidad Austral

Highlights:
* Tailored lectures fully supported by the University faculty.
* The high academic standards and warmth of Universidad Austral will give foreign students a feeling of belonging.
* The experience will greatly deepen their cultural understanding and enhance their Spanish language skills.

International students may choose from among the courses delivered specifically for them in English or Spanish. Tutors and most professors have full command of English to provide advice and orientation. Exams and assessments may be submitted in English.

Academic disciplines:
* Political Science
* Communication
* Sports
* Economics
* Education
* Literature
* Latin American Studies
* History
* Spanish for Foreigners
* Engineering
* Medicine
* Nursing
* Journalism
* International Relations

Degree Level: Bachelors Degree (Undergraduate)

Cost in US$: 3100

Experience Required: no

This Program is open to American, Australian, Canadian, European, Kiwi, South African and Worldwide Participants.

Participants Travel to Argentina Independently or in Groups

Typically Participants Work Independently or in Groups

Application Process Involves:

• Online Application plus Application Assessment
• Resume
• Transcript
• Written Application

Post-Program Services Include:

• Exit Debriefing Abroad
• Re-Entry Debriefing at Home
• Alumni Network
• Job and Internship Network

Universidad Austral's Mission Statement: Universidad Austral was founded with the objective of providing a suitable place for developing the diverse disciplines of human knowledge. It is a young and optimistic institution with a curricula that continually incorporates the latest technological breakthroughs and where you can enjoy yourself studying creatively and responsibly. By offering an education for the whole man, combined with very demanding academic goals, Universidad Austral aims at training and educating students to be the leading protagonists of the changes taking place in our society, while having a constructive view of their responsibilities and meticulous vocational training. Situated in San Telmo, the University offers international students who choose to study in the Capital City the possibility of acquiring a deep understanding of Argentina's special character.

Year Founded: 1979