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Apply to an ASA Program Apply Online Learn More About ASA Dates, Prices & Deadlines Study Abroad Programs Program Eligibility FAQs Meet Our Staff Request More Info Request a Catalog Request a Call Subscribe to Newsletter Students Interested Students Accepted Students Alumni Parents & Advisors Parents Advisors		Barcelona, Spain - Semester Program II Host Institution: Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona (UAB) PROGRAM PROGRAM CODE PRICE DATES Spring II 2011 BSS2 $11,295* January 6 - April 15 Fall II 2011 BSF2 $11,295* September 1 - December 16 * = $500 damage deposit required for students who choose the shared student apartment housing option Language Eligibility: This program is open to all Spanish levels. For additional eligibility requirements such as minimum GPA, click here. Total contact hours: 180-225 per semester. 15 contact hours = 1 semester credit. 10 contact hours = 1 quarter unit. Possible U.S. Credits: 12-15 semester credits per semester. Students take 1 Spanish language course for 6 credits plus 2-3 elective courses. Final transcript is issued by the Universitat Autonoma de Barcelona (UAB). Click here for Volunteer Opportunities in Barcelona The courses listed below are taught Monday through Thursday at the following 2 campuses of the Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona (UAB), both of which are located in Barcelona city center: SANT PAU CAMPUS The UAB offers classes in Spanish and English for foreign students at the School of Modern Languages on its Sant Pau campus. Centrally located in the lovely Eixample district of central Barcelona, the Sant Pau campus is close to the famous Sagrada Familia cathedral, as well as several other important architectural wonders. This campus is also part of the Hospital de la Santa Creu i Sant Pau modernist complex, which along with the Palau de la Musica Catalana, was designated a UNESCO World Heritage site in 1997. EIXAMPLE CAMPUS This brand new campus of the UAB is set to debut in September 2010 and will replace the Sarria campus. It is also located in the Eixample district of Barcelona, only 1 block from the Passeig de Gracia, one of the most well-known streets in Barcelona. Located on the Passig de Gracia are some of Barcelona's most famous modernist architectural points of interest, including Gaudi's Casa Mila and Casa Batllo, as well as the "Block of Discord." The Eixample campus is located just 3 metro stops (no more than 20 minutes) from the Sant Pau campus. Because the Eixample campus follows the same calendar and class timetable as Sant Pau, ASA students can take classes on both campuses at the same time. For example, students may have classes at Sant Pau on Mondays and Wednesdays, and classes at Eixample on Tuesdays and Thursdays (or vice versa). But even if you have a class on each campus on the same day, it only takes 20 minutes (3 metro stops) to commute between campuses. SEMESTER COURSE OFFERINGS Maximum of 20 students per class for the Spanish Language classes. Maximum of 15 students per class for the electives. Students must take 1 Spanish language class for 6 credits, plus 2 or 3 elective classes. Elective classes are taught in English or Spanish. All students will take a placement test online prior to departure, which will determine the level of your Spanish language class. Spanish Language Classes (90 contact hours / 6 semester credits each) Level A - Beginner Level Spanish Language, Level A1 - Taught in Spanish Spanish Language, Level A2 - Taught in Spanish Level B - Intermediate Level Spanish Language, Level B1.1 - Taught in Spanish Spanish Language, Level B1.2 - Taught in Spanish Spanish Language, Level B2.1 - Taught in Spanish Spanish Language, Level B2.2 - Taught in Spanish Level C - Advanced Level Spanish Language, Level C1.1 - Taught in Spanish Spanish Language, Level C1.2 - Taught in Spanish Spanish Language, Level C2 - Taught in Spanish Elective Classes Elective courses are taught in English, unless otherwise noted and have no pre-requisites, unless otherwise noted. All elective classes are 45 contact hours (3 semester credits). Classes are offered during both Fall and Spring semesters, unless otherwise noted. Elective course offerings are subject to change. Please note, RE: class scheduling: All students MUST get 6 electives approved by their academic advisor, in case of changes in course availability or schedule conflicts. That way, if a course is full or cancelled, or or if 2 courses you want to take meet at the same time, you'll already have back-ups that you know your school will accept. When you pre-register for classes (this happens after you're accepted), you will have to list a total of 6 possible electives, and the UAB will not process your registration unless you list a total of 6 electives. Students will not have time to commute between campuses between the 1st and 2nd classes or the 3rd and 4th classes. Students will have time to commute between campuses between the 2nd and 3rd classes (see timetable link below for details). Students are not guaranteed any particular time slots. Your course schedule will not be confirmed until after you arrive in Barcelona. Spanish Language classes are not found on the timetable. Your Spanish Language class will be scheduled in relation to your elective choices, after you arrive in Barcelona. For this reason, when you pre-register for classes you will only have to indicate the electives you want to take. There is a fee of 50 euro if you drop a 45-hour class, and a fee of 100 euro if you drop a 90-hour class. The electives are 45 hours and the Spanish language courses are 90 hours. If you drop a class and replace it with an equivalent class, there is NO fee. Click here for the Spring 2011 timetable - use this to make sure the electives you want to take do not conflict! Language Spanish for Business (Taught in Spanish. You must pass into at least level B1.1 on the Spanish placement exam in order to take this class. 3 semesters of college Spanish is approximately equivalent to level B1.1.) Humanities Barcelona City Planning and Architecture Cultures without State: the Case of Catalonia Modernism: Art Nouveau Architecture Sketched and Explained New Tendencies in Spanish Contemporary Art Spanish Art and Cultural Heritage Spanish Civilization and Culture Spanish Civilization and Culture (Taught in Spanish. You must pass into at least level C1.1 on the Spanish placement exam in order to take this class. 4 semesters of college Spanish is approximately equivalent to level C1.1.) Spanish Contemporary Art Spanish History in the 20th Century The Great Art Collections in Spain The Seven Wonders of Spain: Spanish Architectural History Urban Interventions and Art as a Language Local Art Integration Program (L.A.I.P) NOTE: Admission to this class is NOT automatic - students must apply to be admitted to this class after arriving in Barcelona. Political Science, Economics, Geopolitics A Greater Middle East Geopolitics and International Relations Inequality, Poverty and Globalization Mediterranean Culture and History Mediterranean Politics Politics of the Developing World Politics, War and Economics in the Age of Globalization The Political Economy of European Integration Global Environmental Governance Local Economy Integration Program (L.E.I.P) NOTE: Admission to this class is NOT automatic - students must apply to be admitted to this class after arriving in Barcelona. Business, Finance, Economics An Urban Approach to Spain and Europe Cross-Cultural Management Doing Business in Emerging Markets E-Commerce and Online Businesses Entrepreneurship and New Venture Creation International Business International Business (Taught in Spanish. You must pass into at least level C1.1 on the Spanish placement exam in order to take this class. 4 semesters of college Spanish is approximately equivalent to level C1.1.) International Economics (Requires basic knowledge of Micro & Macroeconomics and elementary Calculus.) International Finance (Pre-requisites: a Macroeconomics course and an introductory International Economics course.) International Marketing Strategies International Marketing Strategies (Taught in Spanish. You must pass into at least level C1.1 on the Spanish placement exam in order to take this class. 4 semesters of college Spanish is approximately equivalent to level C1.1.) Managerial Skills for International Business Managing Services Strategic Behaviour in Business and Economics Strategic Management of the Firm (Requires basic knowledge of Economics.) The Political Economy of European Integration Understanding the European Economy (Requires basic knowledge of Micro & Macroeconomics and elementary Calculus.) Volunteer Opportunities Participation in volunteer opportunities in Barcelona is an excellent way to immerse yourself in your host country's way of life while helping those in need. In effect, this will add another dimension to the study abroad experience through daily exposure and interactions, resulting in a greater understanding of the language, culture, and community of the host country. If you're interested in volunteering, simply ask your Barcelona ASA Site Director for details and she will help you find the right volunteer opportunity for you. Please note that these volunteer opportunities are not for credit. The following are the volunteer opportunities in which students can participate. Please note that a minimum Intermediate level of Spanish is required in order to volunteer, as the people involved with these organizations normally do not speak English: Cottolengo Hospital Students volunteer at this hospital by assisting disabled patients during lunch or dinner time. This is a charity hospital run by nuns and they would love to have students help out. Catalan Cerebral Palsy Organization Students can have the opportunity to help disabled individuals on a weekly basis, helping them to train for different sports, such as Boccia, Slalom and swimming. Some of the athletes will attend the Special Olympic Games International Red Cross Students have the opportunity to assist senior citizens or disabled individuals on a weekly basis.
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