University of Cádiz Advanced Language and Integrated Studies

API Study Abroad > Programs > Spain > Cádiz > University of Cádiz Advanced Language and Integrated Studies

Program Details

Course Offerings

Dates and Fees

Excursions

Highlights

Classes taught in Spanish
Students will enroll directly in classes with Spaniards
Housing: local host families
Internships available (for credit)
International excursion

Requirements

Minimum 2.75 G.P.A.
Good academic standing at home university
One letter of recommendation
One official transcript
Completed API application
University Contact Information Form
This program is for superior level Spanish speakers. Students must have completed at least one upper division course of college-level Spanish or have the equivalent linguistic competency for admission. An oral interview is conducted with students to determine Spanish proficiency.
Entry requirements: valid passport with student visa

Dates & Fees

FALL SEMESTER 2013-2014
Aug 27, 2013 - Dec 21, 2013
$9,980

Add to Wishlist

ACADEMIC YEAR 2013-2014
Aug 27, 2013 - Jun 27, 2014
$18,380

Add to Wishlist

SPRING SEMESTER 2013-2014
Jan 2014 - Jun 2014
$9,980

Add to Wishlist

Deadlines

FALL SEMESTER 2013-2014
APPLICATION DEADLINE
Jun 10, 2013
PAYMENT DEADLINE
Jul 1, 2013

ACADEMIC YEAR 2013-2014
APPLICATION DEADLINE
Jun 10, 2013
PAYMENT DEADLINE
Jul 1, 2013

SPRING SEMESTER 2013-2014
APPLICATION DEADLINE
Oct 15, 2013
PAYMENT DEADLINE
Nov 1, 2013

Academic Program

TOTAL SEMESTER CREDITS

270-390 contact hours per semester

18-26 U.S. credits per semester

The Advanced Language and Integrated Studies Program is a great opportunity for the motivated, advanced Spanish speaker to study abroad in Cádiz. With its three tracks, this unique program allows students to focus on advanced language study, pursue an internship, and/or enroll directly in classes with Spaniards. All tracks provide opportunities to take courses with local students.

At the start of the semester, all students complete an intensive Spanish language course. Students in the Advanced Language Track continue to study language throughout the semester, whereas students in the Direct Enrollment Track instead select their courses from among the many classes offered by the University of Cádiz, including the option to choose from additional language courses (Arabic, Chinese, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Moroccan, Portuguese, and Russian). Not all levels are available every semester.

ADVANCED LANGUAGE TRACK

Students who wish to focus more exclusively on perfecting their Spanish language skills are advised to select this track. In addition to the initial intensive Spanish course, students complete an additional 180 contact hours (12 semester credits) of language study throughout the semester. Students who wish to take courses with Spaniards may also select 1-2 courses from among the offerings at the University of Cádiz. Each course is taught in Spanish and is generally the equivalent of four semester credits.

INTERNSHIP TRACK

In addition to the initial intensive Spanish course, students complete an additional 180 contact hours (12 semester credits) of language study throughout the semester, and participate in an internship for 60 contact hours (4 semester credits). Internship placements may include the following fields: education, business, tourism, and more. This option may require an additional fee.

DIRECT ENROLLMENT TRACK

This track is designed for students who wish to complete their courses in Spanish with local students. By taking their classes with native Spanish students, this track offers a more challenging and authentic Spanish classroom atmosphere. After completing the preparatory intensive language course, students select 3-4 electives from among the extensive offerings at the University of Cádiz. Each course generally equates to four semester credits.