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CCIS: Barcelona, Spain-- IAU Barcelona- Semester and Summer programs (Directory Program)

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  • Locations: Barcelona, Spain
  • Program Terms: Fall, Semester, Spring, Summer, Summer I, Summer II, Summer III, Summer IV
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  • Program Sponsor: CCIS 
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Click here for a definition of this term Language of Instruction: English, Spanish Click here for a definition of this term Class Status: 1-first year, 2-sophomore, 3-junior, 4-senior
Housing Options: Apartment (shared), Homestay Click here for a definition of this term Areas of Study: Accounting, Advertising, Anthropology, Architecture, Art, Art History, Arts, Biology, Business, Communication, Culture, Economics, Education, European Studies, Film, Film & Media Study, Finance, Fine Art, Gastronomy, Global Studies, Government, Graphic Design, History, Hospitality Management, International Business, International Relations, International Studies, Liberal Arts, Linguistics, Literature, Management, Marketing, Mass Communications, Other Language & Literature, Political Science, Politics, Psychology, Spanish, Studio Art, Studio Arts, Tourism
Program Type: study abroad Minimum GPA: 2.5
Language GPA: 2.5
Program Description:

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Spain: IAU, Barcelona

Overview

Located along the Mediterranean Sea, the city allows students to experience the culture of Catalunya. The mild climate, famed cuisine and breathtaking arts give the Mediterranean region a distinct feel, unique from anywhere else in the world.There's no better way to improve one's knowledge of the Spanish language and its customs than by interacting with the local community. Students in Barcelona will have the opportunity to practice their language skills in the classroom and also with native Spanish speakers through language exchange programs and cultural events. Over the course of their time abroad, students can expect to participate in field study trips associated with specific classes, study tours, and day trips, as well as cultural activities like Catalan cooking courses, Flamenco classes and cava tastings. A city tour of Barcelona and its architecture as well as visits to local markets and enterprises round out the experience.

IAU's semester in Barcelona program centers on Spanish Language and Culture with courses in architecture, art history, studio art, business, communication studies, economics, education, environmental science, film studies, geography, history, international relations, philosophy, political science, psychology, religious studies, sociology, Spanish language and culture, and wine studies. Students are required to enroll in at least one 3-credit Spanish course during their semester to facilitate engagement with the local culture. Select content courses are taught in Spanish as a part of their regular course load of 15 credits

 
Location

IAU's campus in Barcelona is centrally located in the downtown Plaça de Catalunya area, just steps from the nearest metro stops, Las Ramblas, the Gothic Quarter, and many more of Barcelona's famed attractions. The facilities have been completely renovated with modern amenities to suit the needs of the 21st century college student. IAU Barcelona employs a full-time student affairs and academic affairs staff to advise, place, house, and otherwise support incoming students for full semester, year-long, and summer programs.

 
CCIS

The College Consortium for International Studies (CCIS), a partnership of colleges and universities—two and four year, large and small, public and private, domestic and foreign—encompasses the broad spectrum of international higher education. CCIS members sponsor a variety of programs, notably study abroad programs and professional development seminars for faculty and administrators, which are designed to enhance international/intercultural perspectives within the academic community.