Intensive Spanish Language

Overview of Summer Option 1 Spanish Language and Culture Program
Application Deadlines
Admission Requirements and Visa Application
Accommodation
Excursions
Application Process
Disclaimer
What is included?
Program Fees

Summer Option 1 Spanish Language and Culture Program
This program is a joint course in language and culture for intermediate or advanced students only (students with basic levels can take the Summer Option 2 course) where the students have the opportunity to develop and improve his/her linguistic skills while enjoying an introduction to the major topics of Spanish culture with classes in the History of Spain, Spanish Literature, History of Art, Islamic Culture amongst others.

This is an 80-90 hour course involving 4 hours of class a day. The student can choose either 2 hours of language combined with 2 specific subjects, or 4 specific subjects. Students must take a level test beforehand to show that they have an Intermediate-A level of Spanish (or above). These courses are offered at three levels: Intermediate, Advanced and Superior. Students receive 5 to 6 semester academic credits or 8 to 9 quarter units for 80-90 contact hours during four weeks of classes. Groups are composed of a minimum of five students and the average group size is twelve. All levels will take language courses focusing on the skills of writing, reading, speaking, and listening (please contact our office for a complete course description). Students can also combine the four week study abroad Intensive Language course with a six week internship (please see Internships and Language Training).

SPANISH LANGUAGE AND CULTURE COURSES SUBJECTS SUMMER 2008
	1. Spanish Language. (40 hours)
	2. Latin American Literature. (20 hours) 3. Spanish Literature. (20 hours)

	4. Spanish Geography. (20 hours) 5. Spanish History. (20 hours) 6. History of Art in Spain. (20 hours)

	7. Spanish Civilization and Culture. (20 hours) 8. Islamic Culture in Spain. (20 hours) 9. Latin American Civilization and Culture. (20 hours)

	10. Varieties of Spanish. (20 hours) 11. An Introduction to Business Spanish. (20 hours)
Please remember that the subjects chosen must add up to a total of 80 to 90 hours.

2008 Summer Option 1 Spanish Language and Culture Program
	PROGRAM FEE	DATES	LEVEL TEST
June 08	$3950	May 24, 08 to June 30, 08	June 1
July 08	$3950	June 22, 08 to July 31, 08	July 2
August 08	$3950	July 26, 08 to August 30, 08	July 31
Daily hours: 4 hours

Application Due Dates

Application Due Dates
June 08	March 15, 2008
July 08	April 15, 2008
August 08	May 1, 2008
Daily hours: 4 hours

Admission Requirements and Visa Application Top

This course is only for intermediate, and advanced level Spanish speakers. Students must have a 2.5 GPA. All students must take a Spanish language assessment exam upon arrival in Granada. The exam will test each student's language proficiency level, and will determine the courses that the student is eligible to enroll. Students who have completed one full year of college-level Spanish will likely place into the intermediate level courses. Students who have completed two years of college-level Spanish will likely place into advanced level courses.

WISE Abroad will assist you with your student visa application. Students staying longer than 3 months will require a visa. Students from any country outside the European Union planning to study in Granada for more than three months should apply for a student visa at their nearest Spanish Embassy or Consulate. Once the application form for a semester or academic year at University of Granada has been received, students will be sent a Reservation or Enrolment Certificate together with a letter of confirmation to the address given. It is important to be aware that if you have entered Spain with a tourist visa, it is not then possible to obtain a student visa to prolong your stay. Even if you initially think you will be in the country for less than three months, it is worth applying for a student visa in your own country which will enable you to prolong your stay in Spain if you should so wish. You may visit these sites to learn about the nearest Spanish Consulate to you: (http://travel.state.gov/visa/americans1.html) or click on the Resources for Students link for additional information.

Accommodation:
WISE Abroad will provide host family accommodations for all students. Private pensiones may also be available on a limited basis.

Excursions
Some of the exciting optional excursions and activities organized by our Country Director may include Sevilla (Real Alcazar, Tour of Guadalquivir River, Torre de Oro, La Giralda and la Catedral, Museo Archeologico etc.), Cordoba, Cadiz, Morocco, flamenco dances, bull fighting, Spanish cuisine lessons etc.

Application Process: Top
WISE Abroad Applications are available online. Once you have completed the WISE Abroad application, and submit it to our office via email or mail with the other required documents, we will provide you with an official admissions application of the school you have chosen after we establish your eligibility. Both applications are due no later than two months before the academic courses begin to enable ample time for our on-site Country Director and staff to work with the college admissions office to process your application, assist you with visa processing, and allow enough time to make suitable housing arrangements for you (please see prices and dates for application due dates by country). Applicants are notified of their acceptance to the program within two to four weeks after applications and required documents are submitted to WISE Abroad. Applications may be emailed to wise@wiseabroad.org or mailed along with required documents to WISE Abroad P.O. Box A-4, College Station, TX 77844 USA.

What is Included?

Official transcript from host University
Tuition and fees at host university
Pre-departure orientation and cross-cultural orientation upon arrival
Airport pick-up upon arrival with country directorn
Living accommodations, laundry and meals with host family
Student services support
Internet access
nGroup activities and excursions
Frequent contact with WISE Abroad country director while in the host country
Health insurance.
Cell phone purchase assistance

Disclaimer
WISE Abroad cannot guarantee course selection and class schedules will be determined once you arrive in Granada.

Program Fees

2008 Summer Option 1 Spanish Language and Culture Program
	PROGRAM FEE	DATES	LEVEL TEST
June 08	$3950	May 24, 08 to June 30, 08	June 1
July 08	$3950	June 22, 08 to July 31, 08	July 2
August 08	$3950	July 26, 08 to August 30, 08	July 31
Daily hours: 4 hours

Please feel free to Contact US by email or telephone to assist you with any questions or concerns. Our Partners and Staff from selected countries are also available to answer any questions or concerns.