Arcadia University in Barcelona: Spring and Fall

  Spain

• Barcelona: 
Barcelona

Term: Fall, Spring 

Description: You can design a study experience through the Arcadia Center for Catalan, Spanish & Mediterranean Studies that's uniquely yours! Choose to enroll in a variety of courses at the Arcadia Center and at the Centro de Estudios Hispanicos at the University of Barcelona. More advanced Spanish language students studying for the full year or spring semester can even enroll in courses alongside Spanish students at the University of Barcelona.

    * The Arcadia Center for Catalan, Spanish & Mediterranean Studies is located in the bustling neighborhood of l'Eixample, home to many of Barcelona's most interesting attractions and intriguing architecture

    * Courses are available in both English and Spanish

    * The semester program features a unique core course in Catalan Studies, which explores the language and culture of Catalonia

    * Students also take Spanish language courses and the program is open to students at all levels of Spanish language study

    * Students with advanced Spanish language skills may also take courses at the University of Barcelona and at the University's Centro de Estudios Hispanicos

    * Summer program also available

Academic Program:
The core of each students academic program is the course Catalan Labyrinth: An Introduction to Catalan Studies. This course will provide a Catalan language introduction to ensure that students can navigate confidently throughout this recently nominated Capital of the Mediterranean Union, while introducing them to the compelling culture, history, economy, and politics of Catalonia. Participants will engage in lectures, seminars, and field studies that highlight the dynamic nature of the region and its people.

Credits and Grades:
Fall and spring semester: 15-18 credits

Admission Requirements:
GPA Requirements: 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.

Highlights: An Arcadia study-abroad experience in Spain includes studying at a comprehensive research university or international center, orientation programming to introduce you to the history, culture, and current affairs of the country, and excursions that provide for further exploration of the land and its people.

You can count on the The College of Global Studies at Arcadia University to secure housing for you in a student apartment or with a homestay. All housing is located in the center of Barcelona and easily accessible to the University.

Cost in US$: Please visit website

Experience Required: no

This Program is open to Worldwide Participants.

Application Process Involves:

• Online Application plus Application Assessment

Post-Program Services Include:

• Alumni Network

Arcadia University: The College of Global Studies's Mission Statement: The College of Global Studies at Arcadia University advances the University's mission to prepare students for life in a rapidly changing global society. Because international learning is an essential component of an effective undergraduate education, Arcadia is committed to providing high-quality, academically sound and experientially rich study abroad programs and support services to a wide range of students and institutions. Aspects of this mission have existed throughout the history of The College of Global Studies at Arcadia University and today the mission is at the core of everything we do. One of the ways we apply it to our programs is through the Arcadia Commitment.