Study Abroad in Spain

INTRODUCTION TO SPAIN

All of the university programs have an 8 day orientation upon arrival to Seville.

The Introduction to Spain gives students vital information about adapting to life in Spain, the university system, the program, schedule, safety, activities, volunteer and internship opportunities, and meeting and getting to know Spanish students.

Introduction to Spain includes 45 hours of Spanish Language, Grammar, Conversation, Spanish Literature and Culture classes.

Spanish Institute for Global Education’s Orientation Program holds a three credit bearing-option.

INTRODUCTION TO SPAIN CONTENT

• Orientation for university
• Spanish classes: Culture, Conversation, Literature and History
• Security and health
• Orientation on Spanish society and life in Spain

SEMINAR «SPAIN TODAY»

Seminar throughout the program: «Spain Today»

The objective of this seminar is to accompany students throughout the program, address issues of Spanish society and facilitate a deeper learning of Spanish. This Seminar is offered at the levels of elementary, intermediate and advanced Spanish depending on the number of students and their grammar, composition and conversation skills. The 45 hour seminar is available as a credit-bearing option. Students should ensure that their home institution awards credit for this seminar.

Contents of the seminar:

• Women and the evolution of society in Spain.
• The Spanish educational system.
• Political organization in Spain: Autonomies, Parliamentary System, Monarchy.
• Unemployment, immigration and emigration.
• Religion and its manifestations in Spain.
• Political parties in Spain.
• Overcoming the Civil War.
• Greatnesses of Spain: transplants, …
• Economy and productive forces of the country.
• The Mediterranean diet and the influence of history on the way of eating in Spain.

INDEPENDENT STUDY PROJECT (ISP)

The Independent Study Project (ISP) is an opportunity for a deep dive into a topic of interest or an opportunity to devise a creative or artistic project, or to undertake artistic training, unique to Seville (20 hours per semester). Some students choose an ISP in Seville to follow a passion that they cannot pursue elsewhere, while others may be intentional about choosing a project that is explicitly part of a career plan. In any case, it is an opportunity to utilize and develop linguistic skills and cultural understanding while forming new relationships with members of the host culture related to your chosen field of study and allowing you to systematically explore your particular topic of interest. You will immerse yourself in Spanish and Sevillian culture working with area experts or artists as a means to integrate all aspects of your learning and cultural experience.

Spanish Institute offers internship and service learning opportunities in prestigious organizations. All internship and service learning programs must be requested before arrival. At the end of your stay you will obtain a Certificate of participation.

Apprenticeship options:

• Visual Arts
  • Painting Techniques: Oil, watercolor, acrylic
  • Ceramics: Wheel throwing, hand building, glazing
  • Drawing: Figure drawing, still life, perspective
• Performing Arts
  • Dance: Flamenco, Latin dancing (salsa, bachata)
  • Music: Guitar, piano, ukelele…

Internship options:

• Business
  • International trade. We offer internships in international companies, tourism agencies and ICT corporations. Tasks include everything from digital marketing, press coverage / monitoring, PR distribution, SEO strategies, web content, and social media trends. In some companies, English is essential.
  • Accounting and finance.
  • Marketing and information technology.
    • Graphic design
    • Website localization
    • Social media technology
  • Public relations
• Health
  • You can do internships in a hospital, rehabilitation, cognitive therapy, audiology centers, sports health, or physiotherapy.
• Journalism
  • Internship collaborating in a digital magazine where you can investigate and collect news for articles in the office or at events in Seville and its surroundings. Tasks include translating articles, working on external communications, proofreading and editing, and you have an opportunity to publish articles.
  • Local newspapers
• Education
  • You can do internships in private regulated education centers (Early Childhood Education, Primary, Secondary), nurseries, and language schools.
  • Work with students with special educational needs (Autism, ADHD, …).
  • Work in sports schools.
• Translation
  • Choose to carry out your internship in companies that offer translation services in different corporations and specific translation agencies.
• Art and culture
  • Internships in foundations, galleries and museums. You will be able to research, offer guided tours and work in international communications and social networks.
• Planning of social events and / or academic events.
• Travel
  • Agencies
  • Glamping
• Ecological Agriculture
• New: Online Business Internships in areas such as Journalism, Information Technology and Education.

Service-Learning options:

• Social: Homeless people, educational support, child protection, LGTB, environment, sports and community development.
  • Non-Governmental Organizations:
    • Center for Seniors
    • Down Syndrome Association
    • Child Care Assistance to families at risk of social exclusion
    • Women’s Center
• Health: soup kitchens, assistance …
• International: Immigrants, refugees, soup kitchens, legal assistance…

WHAT’S INCLUDED

• Academic program at the University of Seville, Pablo de Olavide University, or EUSA University Center.
• Introduction to Spain: The program includes university orientation and an overview of Spanish society and life in Spain through our classes in Spanish Culture, Conversation, Literature, and History. You’ll also receive important information about the city, transportation, local holidays, health, and safety.
• “Spain Today” Seminar throughout the program at Spanish Institute.
• Pre-arrival academic advising, mentoring, and tutoring during your stay.
• Spanish placement test before your arrival in Seville.
• Accommodation with a host family in Seville with full room and board; three meals a day throughout your stay.
• Assistance with visa documents, if required.
• Health insurance for non-European citizens, with access to the best private hospitals in the city.
• 24/7 emergency phone assistance from the Spanish Institute.
• Airport or train station pick-up at the beginning and end of the program.
• Welcome pack.
• Transportation card (bus, metro, and tram).
• Excursions and cultural visits in Seville and Andalusia.
• Welcome and farewell tapas.
• Full support from the Spanish Institute throughout the program.
• Academic certificate.
   

Optional Services

• ISP Project. 20 hours per semester of Apprenticeship, Research Project,  Internships, or Service-Learning work in local organizations.
• School of Record

ACCOMMODATION WITH A HOST FAMILY IN SEVILLE

The Study Abroad Program program includes accommodation in a host family in Seville with full room and board; three meals a day throughout your stay.

Living with a family allows our students to fully discover the Spanish culture, life, and people. At Spanish Institute we believe that this is an important aspect of the program.

The academic year program includes accommodation in a host family and offers the option of staying during the winter holiday period at an additional fee.

For further information about homestay please click here

HEALTH AND REPATRIATION INSURANCE

Our health insurance gives access to the best private hospitals and of course covers everything related to COVID-19. If a student is unwell or contracts this disease, the doctor may prescribe everything from the necessary tests to hospitalization in case of seriousness.

Spanish Institute has developed a COVID protocol to be able to track incidents that may occur, how to prevent and what to do in case of contagion.

All our programs include a 24/7 emergency service.

The insurance included in our program guarantees:

• Principal Medical Health Assistance
• Emergencies
• Medical specialists
• Diagnostic tests
• Hospitalization
• Specialist treatments
• Preventive medicine
• Second opinion
• Travel assistance
• Repatriation insurance
• Liability insurance

CULTURAL ACTIVITIES

The Spanish Institute Study Abroad Program includes all of the activities of Discover Seville and Discover Andalusia

ACADEMIC CREDIT

You will receive an official transcript from the university in Seville where you take courses. Students should ensure that their home institution awards credit for their chosen program.

School of Record: Students Earn U.S. Credits for Spanish Institute Courses

An official transcript of U.S. credits is available for Spanish Institute courses through our School of Record. Students should ensure that their home institution awards credit for their chosen program. The Spanish Institute offers the necessary documentation for these procedures.

See our School of Record Page.

CERTIFICATES

1. Spanish Institute for Global Education gives a certificate to the participants for the courses taken at the Spanish Institute detailing the dates, duration, and the name of the course (sillabi available on request)
2. Spanish Institute for Global Education gives a certificate to the participants at the end of their Internship and Service Learning program, detailing the specialty, the duration, and the task performed.
3. Letters of recommendation are available upon request.