Study Abroad in Salamanca: Academics
Academic Programs
Courses include: art history, business Spanish, economics, film, finance, history, internship, linguistics, literature, marketing, medical Spanish, political science, sociology and Spanish language.
All students taking Spanish take a placement exam at the university to determine their level. Most elective courses meet for 45 contact hours a semester and carry a recommended 3 credits.
An optional Early Start program of Intensive Spanish Language and Culture Preparation is available with each program.
Program Options
This program is designed for students with an Intermediate, Advanced and Superior level of Spanish who wish to take electives in subjects including Spanish, art history, history, literature, sociology and economics. The majority of courses are taught in Spanish apart from a small number which are taught in English. Students can choose up to 5 courses. Spring semester, early start students with an Advanced/Superior language level can choose to take 1 or 2 semester courses from the Integrated Studies Program. Permission to enroll in these classes can only be granted once on campus after an interview.
Session/Term | Credits | Requirements |
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Fall or Spring Semester | Up to 15 | 2.5 GPA; one year of college level Spanish |
All courses are taught in English except one and Spanish is not required. This program is intended for students who wish to focus their studies on business, economics, marketing, finance and international relations. Students with an Intermediate and above level of Spanish can choose to take courses in Spanish from the Spanish and International Studies Program. Students can choose up to 5 courses. Spring semester, early start students with an Advanced/Superior language level can choose to take 1 or 2 semester courses from the Integrated Studies Program. Permission to enroll in these classes can only be granted once on campus after an interview.
Session/Term | Credits | Requirements |
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Fall or Spring Semester | Up to 15 | 2.5 GPA; Spanish language not required |
Students with an excellent command of Spanish have the opportunity to study in classes alongside Spaniards. Available to students with Superior level Spanish this program offers a complete immersion study abroad experience. Choose up to 5 electives combining integrated courses with courses from the Spanish and International Studies Program, subject to course scheduling. Students can choose from over 900 different classes in fields including art, economics, history and politics, linguistics, Spanish literature, psychology and sociology. You can only be approved to take these classes once on campus and are therefore advised to choose an alternative program until approval is granted.
Session/Term | Credits | Requirements |
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Spring Semester with early start only | 15 | 2.5 GPA; superior level Spanish |
This program is designed for students wishing to improve their Spanish language and broaden their knowledge and understanding of Spanish culture. Students of all levels take a required Spanish grammar course which meets for 100 hours and is recommended for 6 credits. Courses for Beginner level students focus on developing their written and oral skills. Beginner level students can choose up to 3 electives taught in English (subject to course scheduling) or additional courses which focus on improving their language. Intermediate, Advanced and Superior level students can choose up to 3 electives taught in Spanish.
Session/Term | Credits | Requirements |
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Fall Semester | 15 | 2.5 GPA; open to all levels of Spanish |
In a competitive and global employment market, practical experience in a real-life workplace is an invaluable addition to classroom-based learning. Students with an interest in a teaching career will have the opportunity to work in a local Spanish school assisting teachers and supporting students in English language classes. This program gives students the opportunity to gain vital insights into a specific career field, experience in the global workplace, practical exposure to the demands of specific jobs and will develop both professional and personal skills.
Students will complete a 3-credit, 45-hour total internship in addition to 3 courses from their chosen academic program. Students must place into upper Intermediate level Spanish or above. The internship includes individual meetings with University of Salamanca staff in order to prepare you and support you through the internship. Upon completion of the internship, students will present an internship diary and give an oral presentation for a final grade. The internship will appear on your semester transcript.
Give your Spanish skills a head-start and earn an extra 3 credits by choosing the Early Start option. In Fall 2020: students can take the ONLINE two-week intensive Spanish Language and Culture course. All levels of Spanish are available from Elementary through Superior. The course gives you the opportunity to brush up on your Spanish and prepares you for the semester placement exam.
In Spring 2021: Students taking this option will arrive in Salamanca before the semester begins and take an intensive Spanish language program focusing on grammar and conversation. All levels of Spanish are available from Elementary through Superior. The course gives you the opportunity to make a gradual adjustment to academic life and living in Spain and prepares you for the semester placement exam.
The fee for the Early Start option includes housing in a double room in a homestay with 3 meals per day. Students choosing a different housing option will pay an additional housing supplement for the Early Start Program as follows: single room in a homestay $200, double room in an apartment $200, single room in an apartment $400.
No AIFS participant is permitted to take a course without receiving a grade. Pass/Fail options are not available.
The University of Salamanca
The University of Salamanca was founded in 1218 and celebrated its 800th anniversary in 2018, making it one of the oldest public universities in the world. Today the university is an important center for the study of humanities.
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