Undergraduate Research Abroad

Seville, Spain
Undergraduate Research Abroad

About the Program

Engage with a local faculty through the Independent Study Project seminar to develop a research question relevant to your field of study and a research plan that takes full advantage as of the unique human and material resources in the host city and country. Considered a High-Impact Educational Practice (HIP), the Undergraduate Research Abroad program is ideal for students looking to develop the knowledge, abilities, and attitudes necessary for professional success and lifelong learning.

Requirements

Overview

Location:

Seville

Dates:

1/21/25 - 5/21/25

Price:

$17,995

Credits:

12 - 15

Deadlines

Apply By:

10/15/24

Withdraw By:

11/15/24

Requirements

Complete Application
Research Interest Form
$95 Online Application Fee
Program Participation Agreement
Transcript - Unofficial
Letter of Recommendation

Eligibility

Foreign Language Proficiency:

All Levels

Minimum
GPA:

2.5

Education
Completed:

1 year as a registered college student by the time of application

Get a Flight Credit worth up to $750 when you apply with code* by October 17, 2024

Where You'll Study

CEA CAPA Seville Center

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12-15

Credits

Program Structure & Courses

CEA CAPA’s undergraduate research program includes a personalized research opportunity, an Independent Study Project course and additional elective courses.

The required Independent Study Project (ISP) course is a variable credit course, providing you the flexibility to earn between 1-3 semester credits and has been designed to help you make the most of your research abroad. You will identify the credit option that works best for you during the pre-departure process.

In addition to your ISP course, you will choose 1 CEA CAPA core course and 2-4 CEA CAPA courses to take from the catalog of course options available to you. The ISP course meets 15-45 contact hours/1-3 credits, and core and elective courses meet for 45 contact hours/3 credits. Overall, you may earn 12-15 credits.

The ISP course will meet once weekly for 1 hour each session. Elective courses meet on Monday/Wednesday or Tuesday/Thursday. Active learning components required by your courses may be scheduled for Fridays.

Academic Disciplines & Placement Process
You will be asked to submit a letter of recommendation from your academic advisor or faculty and complete a Research Interest Form that will be used in the initial planning for your research placement. We’ll then identify a local faculty member who will provide oversight and guidance in developing a research plan and a set of research questions relevant to your field of study.  

In Seville, the following academic disciplines are available:

  • Audio-Visual Communication
  • Communication
  • Education
  • Film Studies
  • Immigration
  • Media Studies
  • Social Psychology
  • Sport Psychology
  • Sustainability
  • Urban Planning

You will automatically be enrolled in the Independent Study Project course upon acceptance into the program. 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. It is in your best interest to have multiple alternative courses approved by your home college or university prior to your departure due to course availabilities. To ensure that you receive credit for the language level you place into, we ask that you have your home school pre-approve courses at several levels before you leave for Spain. Please consult with your academic advisor at your home institution on credit pre-approval guidelines.

All Levels Course Structure

Courses

The following courses have been confirmed for this term. Please note, the host institution reserves the right to cancel or change courses without prior notification.

*Courses with an asterisk indicate that the course has been associated with multiple subject areas.
Please click on the course title to view additional subject areas and detailed course information.

Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Independent Study Project 400 En 30 2
Independent Study Project 400 En 15 1
Independent Study Project 400 En 45 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Art & Architecture in Seville 300 En 45 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Food & Culture in Spain * 300 Sp 45 3
Food & Culture in Spain * 300 En 45 3
Seville: Culture, Identity & Citizenship in the City * 300 En 45 3
Sport & Culture in Contemporary Spain * 300 En 45 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Seville: Culture, Identity & Citizenship in the City * 300 En 45 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Advanced Spanish 300 Sp 45 3
Intermediate Spanish I 200 Sp 45 3
Intermediate Spanish II 200 Sp 45 3
Spanish for Beginners 100 Sp 45 3
Spanish for Business 300 Sp 45 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Art & Architecture in Seville 300 En 45 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
International Business 300 En 45 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Communication & Global Competence 300 En 45 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Spanish Cinema * 300 Sp 45 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Digital Marketing 300 En 45 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Photography in Seville 300 En 45 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
World Religions * 300 En 45 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Advanced Spanish 300 Sp 45 3
Intermediate Spanish I 200 Sp 45 3
Intermediate Spanish II 200 Sp 45 3
Spanish Contemporary Literature 300 Sp 45 3
Spanish for Beginners 100 Sp 45 3
Spanish for Business 300 Sp 45 3
Spanish for Health Professions 300 Sp 45 3

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Where You'll Stay

*Housing options may change and will be confirmed on the housing application form prior to the start of the term. Below are the housing options that have been offered in the past.

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.

What's Included in your Program

From housing to excursions, our programs include a variety of inclusions to enhance your study abroad experience! Here are examples that may be available in Seville. Inclusions vary by program – please contact our Enrollment and Advising team to find out what options are available for you.

  • Personalized Pre-Departure Advising
  • Visa & Immigration Advising
  • Financial Advising
  • Tuition and Registration
  • Airport Pick-up
  • Onsite Orientation
  • City Tour
  • Onsite Staff Support
  • 24/7 Emergency Assistance
  • Travel Medical Insurance
  • International Emergency Service Support
  • Welcome & Farewell Events
  • Centrally Located Housing
  • Wellness Activities
  • Cultural Engagement
  • Language Exchanges
  • Volunteer Opportunities
  • Excursions
  • Student Clubs & Organizations
  • Host Institution Services & Amenities
  • Career & Re-entry Workshop
  • Official Transcript(s)

Sample Calendar

Below is a tentative itinerary for your program. Please note, dates and events below may change without prior notification. Contact CEA CAPA before purchasing airline tickets.

You will receive a finalized itinerary once you arrive onsite.

Note: Additional cultural activities/excursions or required course-related activities may be incorporated into your final itinerary. You are advised not to make personal travel arrangements until you have the final dates.

Date Description
January 21
Arrival/Program Begins

Official Program Start Date. Students must arrive at the Seville airport on this date in order to be eligible for airport pickup. Students will then be transferred to their assigned housing.

January 22 - 28
Orientation

Mandatory CEA CAPA Orientation will be held.

January 29
Classes Begin

Classes begin at CEA CAPA on this day.

February 28
Holiday

Día de Andalucía. No classes will be held.

March 28 - 29
Excursion

CEA CAPA Excursion to Granada.

April 14 - 18
Holiday

Semana Santa. No classes will be held and the CEA CAPA center will be closed.

April 25 - 27
Excursion

CEA CAPA Excursion to Lisbon.

May 05 - 09
Holiday

Feria. No classes will be held and the CEA CAPA center will be closed.

May 21
Program Ends/Move-Out

Official Program End Date. Students must move out of housing no later than this day.

Sample Budget

This budget contains costs that you can take to your financial aid office. Please note that amounts may fluctuate; we've included a range of costs.

Federal law allows the use of financial aid to cover "reasonable" costs of study abroad including round-trip transportation, tuition and fees for the program, living costs, passport and visa fees, health insurance, and more.

Please note that all costs and charges listed below are subject to change without notice. With the exception of Program Price, all costs are estimates and may vary.

Description Low-Cost High-Cost
Program Fee
Tuition and fees, registration, orientation, airport pickup, welcome and farewell receptions, housing, official transcript, cultural excursions/activities, student support services, CEA On-site Staff and administrative costs.
$17,995
$17,995
International Airfare & Transfers
Cost varies depending on time of purchase, point of origin and time of travel.
$700
$1,600
Immigration Requirements
Includes passport and additional requirements such as visa, entry and exit fees, French Carte de Séjour, French University Administrative Fee (if applicable), or Italian Permesso di Soggiorno.
$325
$325
Books, Materials and Supplies
Includes books, school supplies, art supplies, and course fees. Does not include fees or supplies for optional courses. This cost varies depending on the course choices of the student.
$126
$336
Meals

Includes the average expected cost for meals in housing option without a meal plan, such as daily groceries and eating out at restaurants. 
$1,932
$4,226
Personal Expenses
Includes telephone, laundry, local transportation, personal necessities and upfront payments for potential doctor visits. Please note, certain locations may require deposits to secure spots in CEA organized activities and excursions (deposits are returned at the end of the program if student attends activities/excursions or cancels participation before set deadlines). Some of these costs vary according to the spending habits of the student.
$966
$2,174
Travel Expenses
Includes additional travel outside of CEA excursions. This cost varies according to the spending habits of the student.
$0
$3,140
TOTAL EXPENSES $22,044 $29,796