Liberal Arts & Spanish Culture
Summer 2024 June 4-Week 1 Course Seville

About the Program

Designed for students at all levels of Spanish ability, this program allows you to engage with the richness of Sevillian culture while exploring Liberal Arts courses in a variety of disciplines, including sociology, Spanish language, psychology, and more. Whether you select a Spanish language course or Liberal Arts electives taught in English, active engagement with the surrounding community is emphasized. Your instructors draw upon Seville as an extended classroom, encouraging discovery through a variety of culturally-focused activities. In addition, CEA offers its Academic-Integrated Cultural Activities Program (AICAP), providing additional opportunity for cultural exploration. 

Program Structure

Enroll in 1 or 2 courses during this 4-week session. Each course meets for 45 contact hours/3 credits. If you choose the 1-course option, you’ll earn 3 credits (up to 45 contact hours); if you choose the 2-course option, you’ll earn 6 credits (up to 90 contact hours).  
 
Courses generally meet Monday-Thursday, while active learning components required by your courses may be scheduled in the evenings or on an occasional Friday. 
 
Prior to departure, you will select your preferred courses and take a language placement exam. You will be enrolled into courses based on their availability. Due to course availabilities, it’s in your best interest to have multiple alternative courses approved by your home university prior to your departure. If you choose to take a Spanish language or elective course, and to ensure you receive credit for the language level you place into, have your home university pre-approve courses at several levels before you leave for Spain. Please consult with your academic advisor at your home university on credit pre-approval guidelines.

Excursions

Get out and explore! Excursions are offered for most semester, year, and summer programs*. Semester students are typically offered between two to three excursions and summer study students are typically offered between one to two excursions. You'll receive a calendar of excursions during orientation; here are a few day and overnight excursions we've offered in the past.

Córdoba

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Explore the colorful fusion of cultures and long, rich history of Córdoba. Once one of Europe’s most important capitals, the city has long been a melting pot of cultural influences where Muslims, Christians, and Jews co-existed peacefully. This small Andalusian city is full of iconic monuments, like the Mezquita, the Great Mosque of Córdoba, and the old Jewish quarter, home to the 1315 synagogue (one of only three left in Spain.) Córdoba has produced many influential philosophers, scientists, and artists, as well as a lively tradition of flamenco dancing.

Northern Morocco

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The northwestern tip of Africa is just 10 miles from Andalusia. Make this short continental crossing to discover the intercultural complexities, unique beauty, and mystery of northern Morocco. You’ll love exploring the whitewashed streets and buzzing activity of life in the medinas, the traditional city centers that are today’s commercial hubs.

Lisbon

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Experience centuries of fascinating history as you navigate the cobblestone streets perched atop the seven hills of Lisbon, Portugal. History and tradition come to life as you tour sites like St. George’s Castle and Belem Tower and take in a live Fado musical performance. Contrast this historic charm with the city’s fashionable, cosmopolitan vibe, evident in foodie-worthy restaurants and designer night clubs that attract university students and beautiful people from all over the continent. 21st century architecture and feats of engineering define the 1998 World Exposition sites. You'll love discovering Lisbon's breathtaking sights and enjoying the nearby beach resorts around its coast.

Tarifa & Baelo Claudia

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This day trip allows you to experience three distinct and influential cultures as you explore the European continent's gateway to Africa. Highlights of the day include a guided visit to the wonderfully preserved Roman ruins of Baelo Claudia, an opportunity to shop (or window shop) in a medina-style-meets-design-boutique neighborhood, and relax and enjoy one of the most beautiful beaches on the Spain's Atlantic coast.