Undergraduate Research Abroad
Spring 2024 Semester Barcelona

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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:
Barcelona
Dates:
1/10/24 - 4/27/24
Price:
$20,995
Credits:
12 - 15

Deadlines
Apply by:
Closed
Withdraw by:
11/16/23

Application Requirements
Complete Application
Research Interest Form
Transcript - Unofficial
Letter of Recommendation
$95 Online Application Fee

Eligibility
Foreign Language Proficiency:
All Levels
Education
Completed:
1 year as a registered college student by the time of application
Minimum
GPA:
2.5

Where You'll Study
Where You'll Stay

Located on the Plaza Catalunya in the heart of the city, the CEA CAPA Barcelona Center offers courses in a range of subjects, taught in English and Spanish. Learning takes place both in and out of the classroom, with instructors taking full advantage of Barcelona’s many notable sites and attractions.

When you study abroad in Barcelona, you can choose CEA CAPA housing or arrange your own independent housing. CEA CAPA housing assignments are based on availability and confirmation date; we make every effort to match your housing requests, but we can’t guarantee housing preferences.

Program Structure

CEA’s undergraduate research program includes a personalized research opportunity, an Independent Study Project course and additional 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 core course and 2-4 additional CEA course to take from the catalog of course options available to you. The ISP course meets 15-45 contact hours/1-3 credits, 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 generally meet 2 times per week, Monday-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 Barcelona, the following academic disciplines are available:

Art History
Business
Catalan Literature
Communication
Cultural Studies
Economics
Film Studies
Finance
History
International Relations
Journalism
Marketing
Political Science
Psychology
Sociology
Spanish Literature

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 an online 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.

12-15

Credits

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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.

1 CEA CAPA Independent Study Project

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- Research
  
  Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
  
  Independent Study Project 400 En 45 3
  
  Independent Study Project 400 En 15 1
  
  Independent Study Project 400 En 30 2

Course Name	Level	Lang	Hours	Credits
Independent Study Project	400	En	45	3
Independent Study Project	400	En	15	1
Independent Study Project	400	En	30	2

1 CEA CAPA Core Course

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	Course Name	Level	Lang	Hours	Credits
	Cross-Cultural Management *	300	En	45	3

	Course Name	Level	Lang	Hours	Credits
	Catalan Language & Culture *	100	Ot	45	3

	Course Name	Level	Lang	Hours	Credits
	Communication & Global Competence	300	En	45	3

Course Name	Level	Lang	Hours	Credits
Analyzing and Exploring the Global City: Barcelona	300	En	45	3
Cultural History of Spain: From Dictatorship to the Digital Era *	300	En	45	3
Spanish Civilization & Culture *	300	En	45	3

	Course Name	Level	Lang	Hours	Credits
	Teaching English Abroad: From Theory to Classroom Practice *	300	En	45	3

	Course Name	Level	Lang	Hours	Credits
	Teaching English Abroad: From Theory to Classroom Practice *	300	En	45	3

	Course Name	Level	Lang	Hours	Credits
	Spain as Seen Through Its Movies: 1980s to Today	300	En	45	3

	Course Name	Level	Lang	Hours	Credits
	Cultural History of Spain: From Dictatorship to the Digital Era *	300	En	45	3

	Course Name	Level	Lang	Hours	Credits
	Contemporary Spain: History, Politics & Society *	300	En	45	3
	Nationalism & Separatism in Catalonia Today	400	En	45	3

	Course Name	Level	Lang	Hours	Credits
	Intercultural Interactions: A Psychological Perspective *	300	En	45	3

	Course Name	Level	Lang	Hours	Credits
	International Service Learning: Society, Inequality & Social Exclusion *	300	En	45	3

	Course Name	Level	Lang	Hours	Credits
	Analyzing and Exploring the Global City: Barcelona	300	En	45	3
	International Service Learning: Society, Inequality & Social Exclusion *	300	En	45	3

Course Name	Level	Lang	Hours	Credits
Advanced Conversational Spanish: Daily & Practical Uses	300	Sp	45	3
Advanced Spanish	300	Sp	45	3
Beginning Spanish I	100	Sp	45	3
Beginning Spanish II	100	Sp	45	3
Cultural Visions through Spanish Cinema *	300	Sp	45	3
Intermediate Conversational Spanish: Daily & Practical Uses	200	Sp	45	3
Intermediate Spanish I	200	Sp	45	3
Intermediate Spanish II	200	Sp	45	3
Spanish Civilization & Culture *	300	Sp	45	3
Spanish for Business	300	Sp	45	3

2-4 CEA CAPA Courses

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	Course Name	Level	Lang	Hours	Credits
	Financial Statement Analysis *	300	En	45	3

Course Name	Level	Lang	Hours	Credits
Architecture & Painting in Barcelona *	400	En	45	3
Meaning & Mystery in European Painting	300	En	45	3
Public Art in the Global City	300	En	45	3
Spanish Art	300	En	45	3
Spanish Art in the Digital Age	300	En	45	3

Course Name	Level	Lang	Hours	Credits
Basic Operations Management *	300	En	45	3
Basic Operations Research Laboratory *	300	En	15	1
Business Ethics & Management in a Global Context	300	En	45	3
Cross-Cultural Management *	300	En	45	3
Entrepreneurship: The Art of Creative Business	300	En	45	3
International Business	300	En	45	3
Negotiations	300	En	45	3
Principles of Business Analytics	300	En	45	3

	Course Name	Level	Lang	Hours	Credits
	Catalan Language & Culture *	100	Ot	45	3

Course Name	Level	Lang	Hours	Credits
Advertising and Society	300	En	45	3
Communication & Global Competence	300	En	45	3
Mass Media & the Fashion Industry *	300	En	45	3
Media and Conflict *	300	En	45	3
Social Media: Digital Identity & the Virtual Community *	300	En	45	3

Course Name	Level	Lang	Hours	Credits
Analyzing and Exploring the Global City: Barcelona	300	En	45	3
Brand Barcelona: Marketing the Global City *	300	En	45	3
Cultural History of Spain: From Dictatorship to the Digital Era *	300	En	45	3
Food & Culture in Spain *	300	En	45	3
Heroes in the 21st Century: Understanding the World through TV Shows	300	En	45	3
Immigration, Race & Identity in Contemporary Spain *	300	En	45	3
Spanish Civilization & Culture *	300	En	45	3
Sport & Culture in Contemporary Spain *	300	En	45	3

Course Name	Level	Lang	Hours	Credits
Comparative Economic Systems *	300	En	45	3
Intermediate Macroeconomics *	300	En	45	3
Money & Banking	300	En	45	3

	Course Name	Level	Lang	Hours	Credits
	Teaching English Abroad: From Theory to Classroom Practice *	300	En	45	3

Course Name	Level	Lang	Hours	Credits
Teaching English Abroad: From Theory to Classroom Practice *	300	En	45	3
Travelers, Exiles & Tourists: The Search for Identity & Self in Literary & Filmic Expression *	300	En	45	3
Writing the City Barcelona	300	En	45	3

	Course Name	Level	Lang	Hours	Credits
	Introduction to Global Climate Change	300	En	45	3
	Natural Resource Management: Conflict & Cooperation *	300	En	45	3

	Course Name	Level	Lang	Hours	Credits
	Spain as Seen Through Its Movies: 1980s to Today	300	En	45	3
	The Documentary Experience	300	En	45	3

Course Name	Level	Lang	Hours	Credits
Business Finance	300	En	45	3
Entrepreneurial Finance	300	En	45	3
Financial Statement Analysis *	300	En	45	3
International Finance	300	En	45	3
Investments	300	En	45	3

	Course Name	Level	Lang	Hours	Credits
	Sexual Identities in Modern Spain	300	En	45	3

	Course Name	Level	Lang	Hours	Credits
	A History of Persecution: Five Centuries of Religious & Racial Prejudice	300	En	45	3
	Cultural History of Spain: From Dictatorship to the Digital Era *	300	En	45	3

	Course Name	Level	Lang	Hours	Credits
	Natural Resource Management: Conflict & Cooperation *	300	En	45	3

Course Name	Level	Lang	Hours	Credits
Digital Journalism & Communication: Blogging & Storytelling in the 21st Century *	300	En	45	3
International Journalism & Global Media *	300	En	45	3
Photojournalism *	300	En	45	3

	Course Name	Level	Lang	Hours	Credits
	Basic Operations Management *	300	En	45	3
	Basic Operations Research Laboratory *	300	En	15	1

Course Name	Level	Lang	Hours	Credits
Brand Barcelona: Marketing the Global City *	300	En	45	3
Consumer Behavior	300	En	45	3
Digital Marketing	300	En	45	3
International Marketing *	300	En	45	3
Marketing and Distribution Channels	300	En	45	3
Principles of Marketing	300	En	45	3
Sport Marketing	300	En	45	3
The Business of Social Media	300	En	45	3

	Course Name	Level	Lang	Hours	Credits
	Media & Politics in Western Europe: Spain *	300	En	45	3

	Course Name	Level	Lang	Hours	Credits
	Photography in Barcelona	300	En	45	3

Course Name	Level	Lang	Hours	Credits
Contemporary Spain: History, Politics & Society *	300	En	45	3
EU Integration: Theories, Institutions & Issues *	300	En	45	3
Nationalism & Separatism in Catalonia Today	400	En	45	3
Political Marketing	300	En	45	3

Course Name	Level	Lang	Hours	Credits
Abnormal Psychology	300	En	45	3
Cognitive Psychology	300	En	45	3
Health Psychology *	300	En	45	3
Intercultural Interactions: A Psychological Perspective *	300	En	45	3
Social Psychology	300	En	45	3

	Course Name	Level	Lang	Hours	Credits
	World Religions *	300	En	45	3

	Course Name	Level	Lang	Hours	Credits
	International Service Learning: Society, Inequality & Social Exclusion *	300	En	45	3

Course Name	Level	Lang	Hours	Credits
Analyzing and Exploring the Global City: Barcelona	300	En	45	3
Immigration, Race & Identity in Contemporary Spain *	300	En	45	3
International Service Learning: Society, Inequality & Social Exclusion *	300	En	45	3
Social Media: Digital Identity & the Virtual Community *	300	En	45	3

Course Name	Level	Lang	Hours	Credits
Advanced Conversational Spanish: Daily & Practical Uses	300	Sp	45	3
Advanced Spanish	300	Sp	45	3
Beginning Spanish I	100	Sp	45	3
Beginning Spanish II	100	Sp	45	3
Cultural Visions through Spanish Cinema *	300	Sp	45	3
Intermediate Conversational Spanish: Daily & Practical Uses	200	Sp	45	3
Intermediate Spanish I	200	Sp	45	3
Intermediate Spanish II	200	Sp	45	3
Spanish Civilization & Culture *	300	Sp	45	3
Spanish for Business	300	Sp	45	3
Women Voices in Spanish Literature & Cinema	300	Sp	45	3

	Course Name	Level	Lang	Hours	Credits
	Studio Barcelona: The Artist's Perspective	200	En	45	3

	Course Name	Level	Lang	Hours	Credits
	Transportation and Logistics Management	300	En	45	3

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.

Girona & Besalú

The charming walled town of Girona is one of Spain's most prosperous and enticing cities. Explore historical remnants of the diverse cultures that have influenced the city through the ages, walk along the steep alleyways of the Jewish quarter, visit one of many art museums, and enjoy beautiful views of the Onyar River. Nearby Besalú is a stunning medieval town designated as a historical national property. You’ll travel in time just by wandering its streets.
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Madrid

As Spain’s capital and largest cosmopolitan city, lively Madrid is known for its friendly locals and innovative art and culture. Visit the Prado Museum, which houses Spanish and European paintings from the 12th to 18th century, and view modern art at the acclaimed Reina Sofia National Art Centre. Stroll around Madrid’s most famous arcaded square, the Plaza Mayor. Visit the Royal Palace and beautiful Park El Retiro. Madrid’s cultural diversity and world-famous art museums are guaranteed to offer something for everyone’s taste.
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Penedès Wine Country

Explore the birthplace of the famous Cava (Catalan champagne) while exploring the vineyards and underground cellars of the Penedès wineries, learning about the wine-making process, and enjoying a wine tasting. Finish the day with a typical Catalan lunch, where you can try favorites like pa amb tomàquet.
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Pyrenees and Romanesque Art

At the northeastern edge of the Pyrenees, Vall de Boí is known for its scenic landscape and for its nine tiny Romanesque churches, designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Enjoy the amazing architecture and paintings before completing your excursion with a hike in the stunning Aigüestortes National Park.
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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.

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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.	$20,995	$20,995
CEA Secure CEASecure™ is an optional refund plan that allows students to withdraw for any covered reason up to one week before the program’s start date	$0	$475
International Airfare & Transfers Cost varies depending on time of purchase, point of origin and time of travel.	$500	$1,500
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.	$365	$365
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.	$100	$300
Meals Without Meal Plan Includes the average expected cost for food in addition to your meal plan, such as eating out at restaurants.	$3,400	$4,800
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.	$2,135	$3,190
Travel Expenses Includes additional travel outside of CEA excursions. This cost varies according to the spending habits of the student.	$2,000	$3,800
TOTAL EXPENSES	$29,495	$35,425

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.

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Date	Description
January 10	Arrival/Program Begins Official Program Start Date. Students must arrive at the Josep Tarradellas airport on this date in order to be eligible for airport pickup. Students will then be transferred to their assigned housing.
January 11 - 12	Orientation Mandatory CEA CAPA Orientation will be held.
January 15	Classes Begin Classes begin at the CEA CAPA Barcelona Center on this day.
March 22 - April 01	School Break CEA CAPA Barcelona Center is closed for Spring Break. No classes will be held.
April 25	Classes End This is the last day of classes at the CEA CAPA Barcelona Center.
April 25	Final Exams Final exams will be held at CEA CAPA.
April 27	Program Ends/Move-Out Official Program End Date. Students must move out of housing no later than this day.

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Undergraduate Research Abroad Spring 2024 Semester Barcelona

Undergraduate Research Abroad Available Sessions

About the Program

Requirements

Program Structure

12-15

All levels Course Structure

Courses

Excursions

Girona & Besalú

Girona & Besalú

Madrid

Madrid

Penedès Wine Country

Penedès Wine Country

Pyrenees and Romanesque Art

Pyrenees and Romanesque Art

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Receive a $1,000 Flight Credit when you apply by January 01, 2024

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