University of Salamanca, Spain
Spanish Language & Culture Studies – 2010
4 weeks – $1495 / Quarter – $2995 / Semester – $3395
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. A few courses are taught in English – see course listings.
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
- English taught courses include: Economics, Political Science, International Marketing, Spanish Culture.
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: $200 – $325 per week. Host family with meals: $30 – $35 per day. 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.
Spain Residencias: www.resa.es
* Book your own housing website
Dates and Fees
WINTER QUARTER 2010 – SPANISH LANGUAGE & CULTURE
| January 11th – March 19th, 2010 | 4 hours per day | $2995 |
SPRING SEMESTER – HISPANICA STUDIES 2010
| January 25th – May 13th, 2010 | 4 hours per day | $3395 |
SPRING QUARTER – SPANISH LANGUAGE & CULTURE
| April 5th – June 11th, 2010 | 4 hours per day | $2995 |
Fee Includes: full tuition, housing reservation, registration, orientation, certificate (transcript) and student support services. Excursions not included. Books cost $20 – $50.
SUMMER SESSIONS 2010 – Spanish Language & Culture
| 4 weeks | June 2nd – 29th, 2010 | 3 hrs day (15 hrs wk) | $1495 |
| 4 weeks | July 5th – 30th, 2010 | 3 hrs day (15 hrs wk) | $1495 |
| 4 weeks | August 2nd – 27th, 2010 | 3 hrs day (15 hrs wk) | $1495 |
| 6 weeks | July 5th – August 13th, 2010 | 3 hrs day (15 hrs wk) | $1995 |
| 8 weeks | June 2nd – July 30th, 2010 | 3 hrs day (15 hrs wk) | $2495 |
| 8 weeks | July 5th – August 27th, 2010 | 3 hrs day (15 hrs wk) | $2495 |
* Similar dates in 2011FALL QUARTER 2010 SPANISH LANGUAGE & CULTURE
| October 4th – December 17th, 2010 | 4 hrs day | $2995 |
FALL SEMESTER – HISPANICA STUDIES 2010
| September 27th – December 17th, 2010 | 4 hrs day | $3395 |
ACADEMIC YEAR 2010/2011 – HISPANICA STUDIES
| September 27th, 2010 – May 12th, 2011 | $4995 |
WINTER QUARTER 2011 – SPANISH LANGUAGE & CULTURE
| January 10th – March 18th, 2011 | $2995 |
SPRING SEMESTER – HISPANICA STUDIES 2011
| January 24th – May 12th, 2011 | $3395 |
SPRING QUARTER 2011 – SPANISH LANGUAGE & CULTURE
| April 4th – June 10th, 2011 | $2995 |
* Similar Dates in 2011 / 2012
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 Enrollment Deposit Fee required to be registered and receive program documents. Can pay online by credit card. CSA also accepts personal checks, cashier checks, money orders, wire transfer, or direct deposit. Please review the “How To Register” section for details. We will send an e-mail confirmation receipt and additional information shortly after receiving your online registration form. Program contact details and further instructions are also sent after receiving the Enrollment Deposit Fee. Thank you.
