Semester Study Program in Seville
The most affordable Semester in Spain program available!
Up to 5 classes / 15 total credit hours
Join the International Program at a fully accredited state-run University located in historic Seville, Spain. Established in 1997, this is one of the newest public universities in the country. The campus is located on a 345 acre campus about 5 miles from the center of Seville, easily accessible by public transport. The university has many modern facilities including a library, computer laboratories, cafes and indoor and outdoor sports facilities. As well as providing degree level education to Spanish students, the University welcomes people from around the world, offering a wide range of classes for international students of all Spanish levels. Minimum GPA requirement of 2.8 - 2.9.
Adelante has two programs to choose from, each consisting of 15 hours per semester:
Program A - for Beginner to Intermediate Spanish speakers (only prerequisite is 2 semesters of college-level Spanish or equivalent)
Program B - High Intermediate to Advanced (at least 4 semesters of college-level Spanish or equivalent required)
WHAT'S INCLUDED?
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- Classes held Mondays through Thursdays
- 5 Courses in each program worth a total of 15 credit hours. Choice of electives in English and Spanish
- University Transcripts at the end of each completed semester, if needed
- Lodging: with a Spanish family (two meals per day & laundry included) or independent living option, in your own apartment (see FAQs for more info)
- Come with a friend and live together during your time in Seville.
- 3-hour Orientation including Welcome Reception on campus, and end of semester Farewell Reception
- Regular access to the Internet at the University computer labs -- Free
- New library with extensive offerings plus computers, located on campus
- Sports ID and reduced Gym membership at brand new Gym located on campus
- "Intercambios" with Spanish students: 1 hour of Spanish for 1 hour of English with local Spanish students
- 4 social events / excursions/ activities in and around Seville per Semester, included in cost.
NOTE: a student visa is required. Once Tuition Price is paid, we will provide the acceptance letter needed to acquire a Student Visa from the Spanish Embassy or Consulate nearest you.
PROGRAM A -- For Beginner to Intermediate Spanish speakers
(Please list 5 courses, plus at least 2 alternates on your Application)
SPANISH CULTURE GO TO INDEX
SPAN 315E Spanish Civilization & Culture (in English)
Spain's multicultural civilization from its Roman roots to the "movida" of post-Franco Spain. Recurrent themes in Spanish national ideology and culture will be examined: Spain as a crossroads of Christian, Jewish and Islamic cultures; linguistic and cultural diversity; regionalism and nationalism; dictatorship and democracy. Conducted in English.
SPAN 319E Spanish Culture and History through Film (in English)
The course presents a general introduction to the main aspects of Spanish Culture and History through cinematographic representation in various films. The class covers the main social, political, and economic aspects of Spanish life from the beginning of the twentieth century until today, with special emphasis on current affairs.
ANTH 215E Health, Healing and Culture: An Introduction to Medical Anthropology (in English) This course is an introduction to medical anthropology, emphasizing the literature on health and healing in different cultures. The objectives of the course are to understand health and healing in social and cultural context, to compare health, illness and healing in different cultures, and to introduce the theoretical orientations and basic concepts of medical anthropology. Readings illustrate the different theoretical orientations used by medical anthropologists and explore topics such as mental health and illness, healers and healing, disease etiologies, health seeking behavior, child birth across cultures and practical uses for medical anthropology in health care settings. Case studies from Italy, North America, Africa, Europe and Latin America illustrate key concepts.
SPANISH LANGUAGE GO TO INDEX
SPAN 101-102 Elementary Spanish (6 hours/week)
This beginning course is designed for students with very basic Spanish knowledge. Emphasis is on building oral and written communication skills and on acquiring knowledge of the Spanish speaking world. Conducted in Spanish.
SPAN 112 Language Laboratory
This 1 credit course is designed to complement the Elementary Spanish class and aims to improve oral communication skills. Guided conversations such as role play, theater, etc. will serve to increase language competence. Sessions in the language laboratory will focus on addressing specific pronunciation difficulties. Conducted in Spanish./(1.5 Spanish credits).
SPAN 201 Intermediate Spanish
This course is designed for students who have had two semesters of university-level Spanish. Emphasis is on expanding vocabulary and building oral and written communication skills as well as acquiring a greater awareness of the Spanish-speaking world. Conducted in Spanish.
SPAN 202 Spanish Reading & Composition (intermediate)
Designed for students who have had two semesters of university-level Spanish, this course continues developing reading and writing skills through written reports, compositions and class discussions on assigned topics and articles. It also reviews more advanced grammar with the purpose of achieving greater accuracy. Conducted in Spanish.
SPAN 206 Spanish Conversation (intermediate level)
The objective of this class is to develop conversational, comprehension and oral interaction skills for students at the intermediate level with a focus on form to attain fluency and effective communication skills.
SPAN 241 Intermediate Spanish II
This course is designed for students who have had three semesters of university-level Spanish. Emphasis is on expanding vocabulary and building oral and written communication skills as well as acquiring a greater awareness of the Spanish-speaking world. Conducted in Spanish.
HISTORY OF ART GO TO INDEX
ART 313E History of Spanish Art (in English)
A survey of major works of art from prehistoric times through the present. Painting, sculpture and architecture are examined in the context of their time and place in history. Special attention is given to the art and culture of Seville. Conducted in English.
BIOLOGY GO TO INDEX
BIO 361 Biochemistry (in English)
A look at the structure of proteins, carbohydrates, and lipids; enzyme catalysis and principles of metabolism, including glycolysis, the citric acid cycle, and oxidative phosphorylation. Conducted in English.
ECOL 320 Ecological Systems (in English)
This course examines ecology and its large scale patterns and processes, the elements of time and space in the ecosystems, regulatory elements and the application of ecological principles in solving environmental problems.
ENV 345E Coastal Environments
SPRING SEMESTER ONLY
This course offers a multidisciplinary approach to the study of coastal and marine environments, analyzing aspects such as the physical environment, coastal processes and coastal planning and management. The objective of the course is to provide a wide overview of the complexity that characterizes coastal systems and its management. The course builds on concepts that range from morphodynamic and hydrodynamic processes that govern these environments, a review of existing techniques and analytical tools for its study and modeling, as well as an overview of the main initiatives on Integrated Coastal Management and spatial planning. In addition, a set of practical sessions will be carried out to provide hands on experience for students in the use of techniques and tools for understanding coastal issues during a trip to the coast of Andalusia specifically designed for this course. Conducted in English.
ENV 345E Coastal Environments (in English)
SPRING SEMESTER ONLY. This course offers a multidisciplinary approach to the study of coastal and marine environments, analyzing aspects such as the physical environment, coastal processes and coastal planning and management. The objective of the course is to provide a wide overview of the complexity that characterizes coastal systems and its management. The course builds on concepts that range from morphodynamic and hydrodynamic processes that govern these environments, a review of existing techniques and analytical tools for its study and modeling, as well as an overview of the main initiatives on Integrated Coastal Management and spatial planning. In addition, a set of practical sessions will be carried out to provide hands on experience for students in the use of techniques and tools for understanding coastal issues during a trip to the coast of Andalusia specifically designed for this course.
BUSINESS GO TO INDEX
BUS 325E International Marketing (in English)
An introduction to international marketing. Topics include analytical techniques used in international market research, determining prices and distribution channels in an international context, marketing across linguistic and cultural borders. Conducted in English.
BUS 334E International Management (in English)
The topics to be covered include the process of internationalization of companies, alternative forms of international business and international alliances (exports, frachises, subsidiaries, licences, strategic alliances, joint ventures...). The class also looks at environmental factors, globalization, management functions, human resources and diversity, different organizational cultures and the role of strategic business management in a globalized world.
BUS 346E International Finance (in English)
The objective of the course is to introduce the student to the complex world of international finance. Topics will include the increasing globalization of financial markets, international and European monetary systems, foreign exchange markets, direct and indirect international investment. Conducted in English.
ECONOMICS GO TO INDEX
ECON/POL 321E The European Union (in English)
The course will analyze the initial motives behind the creation of the European Community and its subsequent development into the European Union with a unique institutional structure. There will be a study of the EU's key common policies - Economic and Monetary Union, Competition, Agriculture, External Trade etc - and their global effects; paying special attention to EU-US relations. Conducted in English.
ECON 331E The Global Economy (in English) (A previous economics course is recommended)
The course will explore the main debates surrounding the nature, effects and attempted management of the Global Economy; paying special attention to the role of international organizations such as the IMF and WTO, as well as moves towards economic regional integration (EU, NAFTA and Mercosur). Conducted in English.
HISTORY GO TO INDEX
HIS 312E History of Spain (in English)
An overview of Spanish history from Roman times to the modern era: The Arab invasion and the Christian reconquest, Spain's monarchy, Spain's society and identity from 1936 to the present. The role of the church, women, social classes, and nationalism will be discussed. Conducted in English.
HIS 340E Ancient and Medieval Spanish History. From Altamira to Isabella and Ferdinand (Prehistory to 1500) (Fall Semester Only)
The main goal in this course is to give students an overview of Spain’s history and culture, with special emphasis on events that have marked Andalusia more profoundly from the dawn of history to the sixteenth century. Conducted in English.
POLITICAL SCIENCE GO TO INDEX
POL 363E U.S.-European Relations Since World War II
The objective of this course is to examine first, the tensions which arose between the states on both sides of the Atlantic following the defeat of Germany in 1945; and secondly its transformation into economic, political and military cooperation. This cooperation has assured the stability of liberal democracies and consolidates the dependence of the Old Continent on a strengthened United States. Taught in English.
POL 372E Contemporary Spanish Politics
This class introduces students to the contemporary Spanish political system. First, we will study the process of the transition to democracy from an authoritarian regime. With the adoption of the new Spanish constitution, we will look at political institutions, political parties, autonomous regions, the monarchy, the Catholic Church, and the military. Special emphasis will be placed on changing socioeconomic factors, nationalism, immigration and terrorism. Conducted in English.
** Attendance at all classes is mandatory and is monitored by each professor. Periodic exams, homework assignments and final exams are part of each program. **
PROGRAM B -- For Intermediate to Advanced Spanish speakers
(Please list 5 courses, plus at least 2 alternates on your Application)
SPANISH CULTURE GO TO INDEX
SPAN 315 Spanish Civilization & Culture
Spain's multicultural civilization from its Roman roots to the "movida" of post-Franco Spain. Recurrent themes in Spanish national ideology and culture will be examined: Spain as a crossroads of Christian, Jewish and Islamic cultures; linguistic and cultural diversity; regionalism and nationalism; dictatorship and democracy. Conducted in Spanish.
SPAN/HIS 346 Medieval Spain: Christians, Jews and Muslims
The main objective of this course is to offer a panorama of medieval Spanish history (711-1492) and bring the student closer to medieval society and the groups that formed it. The course will examine the medieval legacy and the importance of the contributions of the Arab and Jewish cultures to the history of Spain. The student will also study medieval Seville and the influence of this historic period on its current urban features. Conducted in Spanish.
SPAN 360 History of Flamenco: Theory and Practice
This course immerses the student in the world of Flamenco and its artist forms beginning with the geographic, historical and socio-cultural context of its origins. Flamenco's evolution into an artistic professional activity is examined by studying the most well-known Flamenco singers, dancers and guitar players. Musicians from UPO's Flamenco music group demonstrate the various forms of Flamenco during the practical portion of the course. Conducted in Spanish.
SPAN/CUL 339 Tapas: A Window to Spanish Cuisine and Culture
Food is one of the most important cultural expressions in today's society and the tapa is, possibly, its best example. This course will take place in our kitchen laboratories where we will cook and taste a variety of dishes. Through these dishes, we will discuss the different aspects such as products, producers, history, society, nutrition, culinary technology, quality criteria, etc. All of these aspects are of vital importance in understanding what tapas represent in Spanish culture. Conducted in Spanish.
SPAN/CUL 339 Tapas: A Window to Spanish Cuisine and Culture
Food is one of the most important cultural expressions in today's society and the tapa is, possibly, its best example. This course will take place in our kitchen laboratories where we will cook and taste a variety of dishes. Through these dishes, we will discuss the different aspects such as products, producers, history, society, nutrition, culinary technology, quality criteria, etc. All of these aspects are of vital importance in understanding what tapas represent in Spanish culture. Conducted in Spanish.
SPANISH LANGUAGE GO TO INDEX
SPAN 311 Advanced Spanish I
This course is designed for students who have had 3 semesters of university-level Spanish. Emphasis is on applying the skills acquired at the elementary and intermediate levels to further improve oral and written skills. The methodology applied is communicative and encompasses assignments which include grammar reviews, cultural readings on Spain and debates which require use of practical and communicative vocabulary. Conducted in Spanish.
SPAN 312 Spanish Reading & Composition (advanced)
Designed for students who have had three semesters of university-level Spanish, this course continues developing reading and writing skills through written reports, compositions and class discussions on assigned topics and articles. It also reviews more advanced grammar with the purpose of achieving greater accuracy. Conducted in Spanish.
SPAN 351 Advanced Spanish II
This course is designed for students who have had 4 or more semesters of university-level Spanish. The course focuses on written and oral expression of Spanish through compositions, oral reports and class discussions. Material for discussion includes literary texts as well as topics of general interest. Emphasis is on interactive language use, vocabulary expansion, and accuracy of expression. Conducted in Spanish.
SPAN 376 Spanish for Business
In this course, students learn the vocabulary and concepts used in oral and written transactions in the business world. Emphasis is placed on increasing vocabulary and using Spanish business terminology in commercial correspondence including letters, job descriptions, advertisements, bank documents, etc. Cultural differences which affect the way business is conducted in Spain and in the U.S. will also be briefly explored. Conducted in Spanish.
SPAN 378 Spanish Phonetics & Phonology
This course examines the sound system of Spanish and concentrates on improving pronunciation. Emphasis will be placed on the peculiarities of Andalusian Spanish and classwork will include transcriptions and intonation exercises. Conducted in Spanish.
SPAN 381 English-Spanish Translation
This course provides an introduction to translation from Spanish to English and English to Spanish. Particular attention is given to the linguistic issues involved in translation. Short literary works as well as articles will be translated into English as homework assignments. Special emphasis will be placed on Spanish idioms and their translation. Conducted primarily in Spanish.
SPAN 382 Spanish-English/English-Spanish Interpretation techniques (Sólo en el semestre de primavera)
This course introduces students to basic theories and modalities of interpreting and provides them training in interpretation techniques from Spanish into English and viceversa in the fields of tourism, health and the judicial system. The course is for students with an advanced level of Spanish and is very practical in nature. Conducted primarily in Spanish.
HISTORY OF ART GO TO INDEX
ART 323 History of Spanish Art: From the Baroque to the present
A survey of major works of art from the Baroque period to the present. Painting, sculpture and architecture are examined in the context of their time and place in history. Special attention is given to the art and culture of Seville. Conducted in Spanish.
ART 330 History of Spanish Cinema during the Democracy
This course analyzes one of the media "par excellence" of the 19th and 20th centuries. Following an introduction of theoretical concepts pertaining to the world of cinema, the course will examine early works of Spanish cinema, its continuity during the Civil War and its later stage of pro-Franco propaganda. The course will also look at cinema before and after the Spanish Transition and, using several carefully selected films, it will present the Spain of the 90's as well as present-day Spain. Conducted in Spanish.
BUSINESS GO TO INDEX
BUS 325 International Marketing
An introduction to international marketing. Topics include analytical techniques used in international market research, determining prices and distribution channels in an international context, marketing across linguistic and cultural borders. Conducted in Spanish.
BUS 346 International Finance
The objective of the course is to introduce the student to the complex world of international finance. Topics will include the increasing globalization of financial markets, international and European monetary systems, foreign exchange markets, direct and indirect international investment. Conducted in Spanish.
ECONOMICS GO TO INDEX
ECON 364 The European Economy and the Economy of the Euro
This course aims to introduce the student to the functioning of the European economy. While it focuses mainly on the economy, it also examines the historical, political and social aspects which are key to understanding the European process of integration. Conducted in Spanish.
HISTORY GO TO INDEX
HIS 322 Contemporary History of Spain
The course will present the main historic processes from the 18th century to the present which have been crucial in shaping present day Spain. The course will examine the creation of its democracy, the genesis of the nationalistic problem and the economic articulation of Spain in the international context. Conducted in Spanish.
HIS 360 The Mediterranean World and Spain
A look at the fascinating historic, cultural and artistic testimonies still visible in present-day Andalusia. Several fieldtrips to places of historic interest will be an important part of the course. Conducted in Spanish.
HIS/SOC 362 Slavery in Latin America and the Caribbean
The course aims to study the origins of inequality, racial prejudice and the poverty that a large portion of the Afro American communities in Latin America and the Caribbean currently live in. It examines how some cultural patterns of African origin persist: music, clothing and such religious beliefs as witchcraft and voodoo. It also offers a global perspective of the phenomenon of slavery, from the introduction of the first slaves to the abolition of this “peculiar institution”. Conducted in Spanish.
LITERATURE GO TO INDEX
LIT 327 Panorama of Latin America Literature 1 (Pre-1820) (Fall semester only)
This course is an overview of Latin American writings from the pre-Hispanic period until the eve of the Independence movements in the 1820s. It includes literary works in poetry and non-fiction, such as the chronicles of conquest. It also features a selection of literary works (including prose, drama, and essay) that have received recognition from specialists and the general reading public for being the most outstanding in Latin America. Conducted in Spanish.
LIT 328 Panorama of Latin America Literature 2 (Post-1820) (Spring semester only)
This course is an overview of Latin American writings from the Independence era to the present. It includes literary works in poetry and non-fiction, including novel, short story, poetry, and essay. One major objective is to achieve a knowledge of how these works fit into the framework of Latin America's cultural and intellectual history. Conducted in Spanish.
LIT 365 Contemporary Spanish Literature
This course analyzes Spanish literature of the 19th and 20th centuries and specifically the literary movements of Romanticism, Modernism, "La Generación del 98", "La Generación del 27" and the most current trends in Spanish literature. Students will study the literary aspects as they relate to cultural and historic events which influence or have influenced the various literary trends. Conducted in Spanish.
LIT 370 The Latin American Short Story
This course analyzes the beginnings of the short story in Latin America in the 20th century and its subsequent development, revising the different styles and literary movements which take place over time and the extraordinary contribution of women writers to this genre. The complex social, political and cultural reality will be studied as it is reflected in the Latin American short story. The stories of Horacio Quiroga, Modernism, "Criollismo", Magic Realism and the most recent literary tendencies will be examined. Conducted in Spanish.
LIT 371 Women and Literature (XIX-XX centuries) (spring semester only)
This course analyzes the role of women in Spanish literature in the 19th and 20th centuries as well as the literary works written specifically by women during both centuries. The role of women in literature of previous centuries will be examined. It is mainly during Romantisicm that women begin to take an active role in literature and by the middle of the 20th century women have the liberty to express themselves and their vision of reality through the world of fiction. Conducted in Spanish.
LIT 374 Spanish Literature (The Spanish Golden Age. El Quijote) (Spring semester only)
The objective of this course is to study the masterpiece of Spanish Literature: Don Quijote. Cervantes’s novel is considered to be the first modern novel, and its influence in later literary productions is still present in the creative process for most authors. The course will analyze the structural, thematic and stylistic characteristics of the novel, and it will present the study of the novel as a cultural product, so as to present an in depth study of Cervantes’s world. Conducted in Spanish.
POLITICAL SCIENCE GO TO INDEX
POL 361 Current Affairs in Latin America: Press and cinema
This class aims to promote active class discussion while increasing the student's knowledge of the social, political and cultural life of present-day Latin America. Teaching material will include top stories from the Latin American press as well as Latin American films. Conducted in Spanish.
POL 366 Relations between the U.S. and the Latin World (spring semester only)
The objective of the course is to give the student a global perspective of the relations between the United States, Spain and Latin America throughout history. The course will also study the series of problems which have shaped the character of interamerican relations, the mechanisms of economic integration and its repercussions in the socio-political sphere.
SOCIAL WORK GO TO INDEX
SOWK 310 Programs Aimed to Fight Poverty and Social Exclusion in the European Union (spring semester only)
A study of the present state of poverty and social exclusion in the European Union with special emphasis on Spain and Andalusia. The course looks at social action initiatives on the individual and group level and experimental programs and their effectiveness. Conducted in Spanish.
SOC 355 Women in Europe
An exploration of the history of European women and gender in the modern era, focusing on women's changing roles in the political, economic, social and intellectual spheres and development of new visions of the family and sexuality. Conducted in Spanish.
COMMUNICATION
COM/SOC 320 Intercultural Communication
This course is designed to give participants a solid understanding of what intercultural communication is, how to benefit from it and how to manage it in our personal and future professional lives. Using an interdisciplinary focus, we examine values, customs and communication styles of cultural groups and we learn to interpret communicative behaviour of others. There will be a special emphasis on the Spanish form of communication. Conducted in Spanish.
** Attendance at all classes is mandatory and is monitored by each professor. Periodic exams, homework assignments and final exams are part of each program. **
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