University of Salamanca, Spain
Spanish Language & Culture Studies – 2012 / 2013
4 weeks – 615 euros / Quarter – 1595 euros
(est $895 USD) / (est $2395 USD)
The Program
Founded in 1218, the University of Salamanca is well known throughout Europe and attracts students and scholars from around the globe. Salamanca, Spain is a wonderful place to study the Spanish language and culture. Language instruction is in Spanish and designed for students at all levels. Students participate in academic programs which concentrate on Spanish language skills: from beginning to superior levels, each student is tested and placed in the appropriate level for maximum learning results.
The Location
Capital of the province, on the right bank of the Tormes River, Salamanca is a university city with an ancient history. Historical visitors have included Christopher Columbus and Cervantes. Salamanca is 125 miles from Madrid and 74 miles from Portugal, and has a population of 125,000. Student population is over 15,000.
Courses
Spanish Language – all levels: beginning, intermediate, advanced and superior. Four hours of class per day, M-F. Two hours of Spanish courses, and two elective courses from the Cultural Options or the Spanish for Specific Purposes. Elective courses depend upon student level. Summer program is 3 classes per day. Hispanica Studies Program provides an emphasis in Spanish Literature, History, Art, Geography, and Grammar.
Beginners Level: For those students who have little or no knowledge of the Spanish language and wish to acquire the basics in order to be able to understand and communicate on a simple level. Students are taught to read and produce simple texts, letters, and to understand short descriptions and texts. Basic daily conversation Spanish.
Intermediate Level: Aimed at students who are already familiar with Spanish and wish to consolidate their basic knowledge and improve spoken and written skills. Enable students to participate in conversations and debates, intervene in discussions relevant to daily life. Students are taught how to understand newspaper and press reports and narrative texts. Enhance comprehension ability.
Advanced Level: For students capable of expressing themselves and understanding standard Spanish. Building on their knowledge, gaining confidence in expression, and reaching higher standards of fluency. Students are taught strategies and communication skills in written and spoken Spanish, enabling them to express themselves in public, understand complicated scripts and elaborate reports.
Superior Level: This is the highest level for students with an advanced level in Spanish, and wish to perfect and specialize their skills. Gives students the capacity to communicate fluently, conduct speeches, and be able to grasp the message implicit in technical debates and programs. Students are taught to recognize hidden messages and connotations in texts to understand contemporary scripts, as well as to write fluent texts, using creative Spanish at the highest standard.
HISPANICA STUDIES COURSE LIST
- Spanish Grammar 1, 2, 3
- Spanish Literature: XIX Century, Generation of 98, Up to XIX Century
- History of Spain: Middle Ages, Modern Age, XIX and XX Centuries
- History of Art, Cinema, and Mass Media: XIX Century, XX Centuries.
- Spanish Geography and Economy: Human Geography, Spanish Economy
TOTAL HOURS: 4 hrs per day – 20 hrs per week for Semester and Trimester terms. Summer session is 3 hrs per day, 15 hrs per week.
BEGINNER COURSES:
- Spanish Language and Grammar
- Vocabulary Expansion
- Language Lab
- Practice of Communicative Skills
INTERMEDIATE, ADVANCED, & SUPERIOR COURSES:
- Spanish Language & Grammar
- Global Communicative Practice
- One of the following:
- Spanish Culture (also taught in English)
- 20th Century Spanish Literature
- 19th Century Spanish Literature
- Spanish Literature up to 19th Century
- Contemporary Spanish History
- Literary Text Analysis
- Practice of Written Skills
- One of the following:
- Spanish Art History
- Current Literature in Spanish
- History of Spain – Middle Ages
- Economy and Society in Current Spain
- Practice of Oral Skills
- Geography of Spain
- Business Spanish
- International Marketing (also taught in English)
- Economics / Political Science – European Union (also taught in English)
- Economics / Political Science – Current Spain (also taught in English)
NOTE: Detailed course descriptions can be obtained from the instructor upon starting the course. All courses are “university level” courses and taught by qualified faculty in Spanish. Students will be required to take a placement exam upon check-in.
NOTE: Course listings can also be obtained upon request to CSA.
Academic Credit
Students earn 3-4 credits per month. Thus, about 1 credit per week. 4 hours of class are taught daily, 20 hours per week.
Financial Aid
Yes, you can use your financial aid on this program. Please have your Financial Aid office email us a “Consortium Agreement” to complete and sign. CSA does not offer any scholarships or financial aid, we can only assist you in using your home school’s financial aid on this program.
The earlier the better, since it takes time to process. Overall, CSA does not offer any financial aid, we can only assist you in obtaining and using your aid from your home school on these programs.
Activities
Excursions are available to: Andalucia, Seville, Madrid, Granada, and Toledo. Throughout the year, especially during the summer terms, the international courses organizes several tours that allow students to become familiar with important historical and characteristic landscapes of Spain. Students will receive a tour schedule during campus orientation. Tours are optional, and one can sign up for them after arrival and check-in.
Housing
Student residence or host family. Single or double room. Meals included (full board) with student residence (cafeteria) and with host family. Laundry service is available for both student residence and host family (or nearby laundromat). If you prefer to arrange own housing, please let us know. Residence with meals: (695 – 795 euros per 4 weeks (est $1000 USD). Host family with meals: 20 euros per day (est $30 USD). Less expensive housing can be found in student flats and pensiones (done there). CSA will reserve housing for you, and you pay upon arrival and check-in.
CSA will provide some housing website links with confirmation documents.
Dates and Fees
WINTER QUARTER 2012 – Spanish Language & Culture
| January 9th – March 16th, 2012 | 4 hrs day | 1595 euros (est $2395 USD) |
SPRING SEMESTER 2012 – Hispanica Studies
| January 9th – May 10th, 2012 | 4 hrs day | 1495 euros (est $2195 USD) |
SPRING QUARTER 2012 – Spanish Language & Culture
| April 2nd – June 15th, 2012 | 4 hrs day | 1595 euros |
SUMMER SESSIONS 2012 – Spanish Language & Culture
| 4 weeks | June 4th – 29th, 2012 | 3 hrs day | 615 euros (est $895 USD) |
| 4 weeks | July 2nd – 27th, 2012 | 3 hrs day | 760 euros (est $1100 USD) |
| 4 weeks | August 1st – 29th, 2012 | 3 hrs day | 760 euros |
| 6 weeks | July 2nd – August 10th, 2012 | 3 hrs day | 995 euros (est $1495 USD) |
Note: Can combine sessions for longer stay….8 wks…10 wks….12 wks
* Similar dates in 2013
FALL QUARTER 2012 Spanish Language & Culture
| October 1st – December 13th, 2012 | 4 hrs day | 1595 euros (est $2395 USD) |
FALL SEMESTER 2012 – Hispanica Studies
| September 24th – December 14th, 2012 | 4 hrs day | 1495 euros |
ACADEMIC YEAR 2012 /2013 – Hispanica Studies
| September 24th, 2012 – May 9th, 2013 | 4 hrs day | 2395 euros (est $3495 USD) |
WINTER QUARTER 2013 – Spanish Language & Culture
| January 7th – March 15th, 2013 | 4 hrs day | 1650 euros (est $2495 USD) |
SPRING SEMESTER 2013 – Hispanica Studies
| January 7th – May 9th, 2013 | 4 hrs day | 1550 euros (est $2295 USD) |
SPRING QUARTER 2013 – Spanish Language & Culture
| April 1st – June 14th, 2013 | 4 hrs day | 1650 euros |
* Similar Dates in 2013 / 2014
Requirements
Programs are open to all adults. High school students, college students teachers, working adults, professionals, and retired persons are all encouraged to apply. Minimum age is 18. 17 aged students may apply with parental permission.
Passport required. Visa not required for tourist stays up to 3 months. Students may need to show confirmation of “school enrollment” upon entry.
Arrive 1 day prior to starting date to begin housing. CSA will provide additional arrival information and directions. http://www. renfe.com (Spain train info).
Registration
Register online. CSA Registration Deposit of $45 USD required to be fully registered. Can pay online by credit card. CSA also accepts personal checks, cashier checks, money orders, wire transfer, or direct deposit. Please review the “Register Overview” section for details. We will send an e-mail confirmation receipt and additional information shortly after receiving your online registration form. Thank you.
