Spain Study Abroad Program

Fall, Spring or Summer

Program Overview

Hola España!

This program is offered at the Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona and is a wonderful study abroad opportunity for all students who are interested in Spanish language and culture as well as studying university courses in English. Spain is one of the most alluring countries in Europe, and making Barcelona your study abroad destination will give you the opportunity to experience the rich Spanish culture and history first-hand.

The program is designed especially for university students wishing to spend a summer or semester in Barcelona to study Spanish and also attend courses taught in English. There is a wide variety of courses and subjects available.

Exploring the surrounding regions of Barcelona is an integral part of adapting to and appreciating Spanish culture. Therefore, many excursions and weekly cultural activities will be organized.

DOWNLOAD BROCHURE: Spain Study Abroad Program, Barcelona
 
Please note: a min. of 4 participants is required for the program.

Welcome dinner on your arrival day Airport pickup and transfer to your accommodation in Barcelona on your arrival day Public transportation pass for the city of Barcelona for the duration of the program On-site CEPA coordinator will be available to you during the program for assistance and will meet with you regularly Use of a cell phone for the duration of the program (calling time is extra, phone needs to be returned at the end of the program) Fall or Spring semester students: 3 day / 2 night trip to Madrid, which includes a round-trip train ticket or flight from Barcelona to Madrid, a public transportation pass for Madrid, accommodation in  a youth hotel, entrance tickets to various museums and an on-site CEPA coordinator will accompany your group

(CEPA Bonus = More Services / Better Value: CEPA study abroad programs include a personal on-site coordinator, airport pick-up and many other services to help you get the most out of your program. Compare and you will see the difference! )

Location	Barcelona, Spain
Dates	-
Deadline
Courses / Credits	Spanish Language Lessons: (9 different levels) Elective Courses Transferable Academic Credit = Earn up to 15 UK credits (=4 US credits) (per session)
Price	$ 4,195 (1 session)

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Location	Barcelona, Spain

Spanish Language Lessons: (9 different levels)

• Fall or Spring - (90 hours of lessons)
• Summer - (45 hours of lessons)

An online placement test on the first day will determine which course level is required. Language lessons will focus on:

• Grammar
• Conversation
• Writing
• Listening and reading comprehension
• Pronunciation 

For a complete course list and descriptions, please contact: programs@cepa-europe.com

Elective Courses

• Fall or Spring - 3 elective courses (45 hours each)*
• Summer - 1 elective course (45 hours)*

The courses have been designed for students wishing to spend a summer or semester in Barcelona studying Spanish and a series of other subjects in different fields. The Pre-established Study Abroad program takes place in two different campuses.

* (additional courses are possible for an additional fee)

Academic areas for the elective courses include:
Cross-Cultural Management  E-Commerce & Online Business  International Business  International Economics  International Finance  International Marketing  Managing Services  Mediterranean Politics and Culture	Spain in Europe - An urban approach  Spanish Civilization and Culture  Spanish Art and Cultural Heritage  Strategic Behaviour in Business and Economics  Strategic Management of the Firm  Understanding the European Economy

For a complete course list and descriptions, please contact: programs@cepa-europe.com

Transferable Academic Credit

Upon successful completion and regular attendance of the program, students receive a certificate from the UAB that can be validated for credits at their home university. The amount of transferable credits is at the discretion of your own university regulations. Please check with the academic advisor at your college or university.

Cultural Activities

As an integral part of the summer and semester programs, a vibrant and exciting social program for all students is included:

• Picasso Museum (entrance & public tour in English)
• Tour of Parc Guell with your coordinator
• Entrance to Sagrada Familia & Gaudi house
• Entrance to Fundacio Joan Miro
• Half or full day tour to Figueres & to Sitges
• Day excursion to Montserrat
• Tapas & flamenco night (Fall and Spring only)

CEPA BONUS for Fall or Spring Semester students:

• 3 day / 2 night trip to Madrid:
  Includes a round-trip train ticket or flight from Barcelona to Madrid, a public transportation pass for Madrid, accommodation in  a youth hotel, entrance tickets to various museums and an on-site CEPA coordinator will accompany your group.

Housing & Meals

Student accommodation is included in the program fee. Students will be placed in shared student apartments in the center of Barcelona, with easy access by public transportation to the UAB campus.

Meals:

Meals, except for the welcome dinner, are not included in the program fee. However, the university’s restaurants offer reasonably priced meals.

CEPA BONUS:

CEPA arranges a welcome dinner for you on your arrival day.

Program Fees

Fall or Spring	$ 10,845
Summer	$ 4,990

Tuition and program as described are included in the fees.

Dates:

Fall Semester (16 weeks):	early September to mid-December
Spring Semester (16 weeks):	mid-January to the end of April
Summer (7 weeks):	end of May to mid-July

Program fee includes:

Welcome dinner on your arrival day Airport pickup and transfer to your accommodation in Barcelona on your arrival day Public transportation pass for the city of Barcelona for the duration of the program On-site CEPA coordinator will be available to you during the program for assistance and will meet with you regularly Use of a cell phone for the duration of the program (calling time is extra, phone needs to be returned at the end of the program) Fall or Spring semester students: 3 day / 2 night trip to Madrid, which includes a round-trip train ticket or flight from Barcelona to Madrid, a public transportation pass for Madrid, accommodation in  a youth hotel, entrance tickets to various museums and an on-site CEPA coordinator will accompany your group

• Housing in shared student apartments
• Tuition = 12/30 ECTS credits (summer/semester)
• Registration and enrollment fees
• Welcome package, placement test and all course materials
• Internet acccess on campus
• Student ID card
• Use of private study facilities and email
• Progress tests, final exam, and transcripts

Not included in the price:

• International airfare
• Meals other than those listed
• Passport/visa fees
• Insurances
• Any other personal expenses
• Additional costs to enroll in more than the included number of elective courses

International airfare for this program is also available through CEPA. Please contact us for a quote.

Insurance:

Optional
International travel insurance covering health, medical evacuation, repatriation, lost luggage & third party liability can be booked directly though CEPA for an additional fee:
semester programs - $15 per week
summer programs - $18 per week

Payment Schedule:

Non-refundable deposit:	Due 1 week after application
Final payment:	Due no later than 5 weeks after application

 
You can pay via bank transfer or send a check (via registered mail only).

Financial Aid:

Most forms of financial aid, scholarships and loans may be used as payment. Applicants need to request prior approval from CEPA for a payment deferral and ensure that the deferral form is completed and approved by the home university’s financial aid department.

About the city

Barcelona is an innovative, cosmopolitan city on the Mediterranean coast, famous around the world for its culture and architecture. It has grown and developed for more than two thousand years and many of its sites are now recognized by UNESCO as world heritage sites.

You can witness Barcelona’s history first hand, from Roman walls, to medieval Barcelona, to the Gothic Quarter and on to the 19th century urban development and the more recent expansions to the city.

Talking about Barcleona means also talking about artists like Antonio Gaudí, Joan Miró, Pablo Picasso and Mies Van der Rohe. All of them have left traces of their great constributions in the city. La Pedera, la Sagrada Familia and the Parc Güell are some examples of the fantastic Catalanian modernism.

Numerous museums, churches, the cathedral, exhibition halls, the best concerts and the most important events, conventions and congresses have made Barcelona the most active, vibrant and open-minded city in Spain.

How to apply

Admission Requirements:

• Must be at least 18 years old
• A minimum 2.75 cumulative GPA (on a 4.0 scale)
• In good academic standing on home campus
• Must be enrolled at a university in home country before, during and after the study abroad program

 
Application Deadline 2012/2013:

Summer:	March 15, 2012
Fall Semester:	June 15, 2012
Spring Semester:	Nov. 1, 2012