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Integrated Spanish Studies with
Local Students- Alicante, Spain
Students  opting to take this 21-week course of study
attend classes alongside native Spanish students at the University of Alicante (UA). The term of study follows the university’s academic year calendar and students can select courses from the university’s many disciplines, including humanities, science and technology, social science and justice, health science, and education.
Designed as an immersion program at the advanced Spanish level, you will benefit from UA's wide variety of courses and rich cultural resources for international students, alongside CC-CS's commitment to aid your integration into the campus-community. CC-CS students in this program also benefit from a unique culture course taught by the Resident Director called Social Realities of Spain. This course allows you to synthesize your immersion experience from understanding daily life in the homestay to the historic and sociological foundations of Spain's current social reality.
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Program Information:
- Program dedication to academic excellence
- Fall, Spring, or Academic Year Terms
- U.S.-compatible curriculum
- Classes at Universidad de Alicante
- All courses taught in Spanish
- Intercambios with native speakers
- 14-18 credits per semester; advanced students may take additional credits with prior approval from their advisor and the Resident Director
- Prerequisite: One semester of advanced college Spanish or the equivalent, and approval from Universidad de Alicante, based upon the performance on UA's online examination
- Minimum 3.0 in overall GPA and in Spanish coursework required; exceptions may be made with strong recommendations from faculty
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PROGRAM SCHEDULE |
The semester begins with an Intensive Language Period. During this time you will study language alongside students from the member nations of the European Union and other countries as well. You will enter language courses designed to correspond with the Common European Frame of Reference (CEF), which defines language and cultural competencies across the continent.
During the Continuation Period, you may enroll in 2-3 courses from Universidad de Alicante's regular course offerings. In these courses, you will study alongside Spanish students and follow the Universdad de Alicante's calendar. |
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FIRST 4 WEEKS |
REMAINDER OF SEMESTER |
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Intensive Period:
4-5 credits:
(1 Language Course, 4cr)
(1 Optional Complementary Course, 1 cr) |
Continuation Period:
7-11 credit courseload from UA's regular course offerings |
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ENTIRE SEMESTER |
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Culture Course:
Throughout your first semester, you are required to take the 3 credit course, SPAN 365UA Social Realities of Spain, instructed by the CC-CS Resident Director |
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COURSES
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Intensive Period |
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INTENSIVE LANGUAGE COURSES
(required course: select one*)
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HIGH ADVANCED SPANISH I/II
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HIGH ADVANCED SPANISH I/II |
SPECIAL TOPICS IN ADVANCED LANGUAGE STUDY I/II |
SPECIAL TOPICS IN ADVANCED LANGUAGE STUDY I/II |
SPANISH LANGUAGE
SUPERIOR LEVEL I/II
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SPANISH LANGUAGE
SUPERIOR LEVEL I/II |
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OPTIONAL COMPLEMENTARY COURSES
(optional courses during the Intensive Period) |
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CULTURE COURSE
(required course) |
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*Please note that prior to your arrival in Alicante, you must take an online examination designed and administered by UA. Your initial course assignment for the intensive language period will be based upon your performance on this examination. Once in Alicante, there will be an add/drop period. Depending on your classroom performance during that period, you may be advised to change your level. However, UA will not allow you to enroll in a course that exceeds your level of preparation. |
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Continuation Period |
Integrated Courses at Universidad de Alicante
As a modern and growing university, Universidad de Alicante offers students many a broad spectrum of courses and disciplines (see UA's list of centers and departments). CC-CS students are placed in courses based upon their educational goals and their language ability.
Before leaving for Spain, students in the Integrated Studies program should have five possible approved UA courses to provide you with flexibility when finalizing your course schedule on-site in Alicante. The majority of content courses at UA meet 45, 60, or 75 contact hours per semester and equal 3, 4, or 5 course credits respectively.
At the end of the Intensive Period, you will meet with the Resident Director and professors to choose your final course schedule.
Because there is a wide range of courses available, CC-CS has prepared the following navigation guide and recommended courses, to help you plan your integrated courses:
You may search the UA Website for additional disciplines and course options. Enrollment in UA courses depends upon Spanish language level. If you would like to preregister for a course outside of the recommended courses, please contact CC-CS.
Please note: The academic calendar of Universidad de Alicante causes a delay at the end of the semester in issuing your transcript.
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"Living the Culture" Courses |
During the Continuation Period, you also have the option of taking a "Living the Culture" course. See "Living the Culture" webpage for details. |
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Experiential Learning Opportunities |
In addition to enrolling in the regular CC-CS semester courses, qualified students may also take advantage of Experiential Learning opportunities. A separate application is required for Experiential Learning. Follow the links below to access more detailed information and each programs' respective application:
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446 Main Street, Amherst, Massachusetts 01002-2314 Telephone (413) 256-0011 FAX (413)
256-1968
info[at]spanishstudies.org
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