Spain Travel-Study Program

  Spain

• Madrid: 
Madrid

Term: Summer 
Dates: Summer 2010

Description: This is a 5-week program offered through UC Irvine Summer Session Travel-Study in partnership with the Universidad Europea de Madrid (UEM). Art and art history classes offered in Spain are a fantastic opportunity for students of all majors to develop the creative and critical thinking skills that are increasingly necessary in all fields. Even if you are not a studio art major, join us for an unforgettable summer!

Downtown Madrid is 30 minutes away by bus. With the long Spanish summer days, you will take full advantage of living close to this lively European city.

Highlights: Program includes a city tour of Madrid, 3-day trip to Bilbao and a 3-day trip to Barcelona.

Visit Madrid, tour the Royal Palace and stroll the summer streets of the capital. Enjoy tapas at the Plaza Mayor before facing Picasso's masterpiece, Guernica. With at least two field trips per week, you'll know your way around like a true Madrileño.

Then travel to northern Spain for a three-day trip to Bilbao. Discover how the Basque Region retains its own language, culture and cuisine. Tour Frank O. Gehry's architectural wonder, the Guggenheim Museum, and wander through the old streets of the Casco Viejo.

Degree Level: Bachelors Degree (Undergraduate)

Cost in US$: USD5,000 - USD6,000

Experience Required: no

This Program is open to Worldwide Participants.

Participants Travel to Spain Independently

Typically Participants Work in Groups of 50

Application Process Involves:

• Written Application

University of California, Irvine's Mission Statement: Summer Session at UC Irvine provides administration of university-level undergraduate courses during two 5-week sessions and one 10-week session beginning in late June. Through open enrollment, we serve current UC Irvine students, visiting UC and other U.S. college students, international students, professionals and community members, and high school students who have completed their junior year. Summer Session makes it possible for students to make progress toward their degrees all year round, often making the difference for students who want to graduate on time. We offer an extensive selection of courses and students can choose from breadth requirements, coursework required for their major, or take courses to complete a minor. We act as an integral part of the Continuing Education branch of the university, supporting new program development and initiatives that serve the broad levels of the University.

Year Founded: 1965