Spain
Semester in Bilbao
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AT A GLANCE:
Site:
University of Deusto-Bilbao
Homepage:
http://www.letras.deusto.es/cide
Location:
Bilbao, Spain
Language of Instruction:
Spanish and English
Subjects:
Intensive Spanish language and culture
Credits:
Transferable to UNL by dept. validation
Housing:
Student residences or family stays
Program Length:
semester or year
Program Dates:
Sept through December
January through May
Type of Program:
UNL program
Approximate Costs (2011-2012):
$6821 Includes tuition, insurance UNL fees. (fall 2011)
Additional costs (approx):
Room and board: 700 Euro/month
Airfare: $1200
Eligibility:
Undergraduate, 3.0 GPA preferred
Application Deadlines:
October 1 and March 1
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Semester in Bilbao
Contact:
Dept. of Modern Languages
Garbine Vidal Torreira
1134 Oldfather
garbi_13@hotmail.com
(402) 821-7726
Iker Gonzalez-Allende
Department of Modern Languages and Literature
1220 Oldfather
472-4311
E-mail: igonzalezallende2@unl.edu
Dr. Errapel Mejias-Vicandi
Department of Modern Languages and Literature
1207 Oldfather
472-1231
E-mail:
emejias-vicandi1@unl.edu
International Affairs
420 University Terrace
Lincoln, NE 68588-0682
(402) 472-5358
E-mail: iaffairs@unl.edu
www.unl.edu/iaffairs
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The University Community |
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The University of Deusto is one of the most distinguished and prestigious academic institutions in Spain, with campuses both in Bilbao and San Sebastián.
The University of Deusto is located in northern Spain in Bilbao, an area in which two official languages of different origins -Spanish and Basque- are spoken. It is located in the heart of the city across from the Guggenheim Museum.
The CIDE (Centro Internacional Deusto de Español) offers courses in language and culture and other areas such as Business and Economics, Sociology, Psychology, Education or European Studies.
Daily class activities are complemented by guided excursions and cultural activities, including, a guided city tour of Bilbao and surrounding coast, a three-day tour of Madrid, Segovia or Toledo.
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Courses of Study |
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Upon arrival at Deusto you will be given a placement exam to determine the appropriate level of Spanish for you.
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Language and Culture |
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Spanish I (SP201)
Spanish II (SP202)
Spanish III (SP 405)
Spanish Culture and Civilization (SP 321, includes a component of Basque Culture)
Basque Culture and Language (3 US Credits)
Spain in Europe (SP 398)
Business Spanish
Introduction to Hispanic Literature
Survey of SpanishLiterature
Spanish Cinema and Literature
Practicum: Spanish Language in Context
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Business and International Relations |
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International Financial Systems (Taught in English)
International Marketing (Taught in English)
The Economy of the European Union (Taught in English)
World Geography and Globalization (Taught in English)
Culture and Politics in Contemporary
Spanish Society
Europe in the World
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Living Arrangements |
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Students may live in dormitories on campus or with families. There is a dining room for students staying on campus. Families provide three meals a day. Students staying with families may walk to campus or use the public transportation. Public transportation in Bilbao is both abundant and efficient.
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Type of Program |
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Credits earned at University of Deusto are transferable to UNL by department validation. UNL students remain eligible for most scholarships and other forms of financial aid that they normally receive.
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Am I Eligible to Apply? |
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Any UNL undergraduate or graduate student is eligible to apply.
Applications are available at International Affairs or www.unl.edu/iaffairs. Application consists of Form A (bio-data), Form B (statement of purpose), an official transcript. Also include an $75 nonrefundable application fee.
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When Should I Apply? |
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The deadline for applications is October 1 and March 1. Later applications will be accepted as long as space is available and Deusto deadlines can be met.
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How Much Will It Cost? |
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Estimated semester cost (2011-2012):
Tuition, UNL fees & insurance: $6821
Additional budget:
Housing in residencia or host family
650-975 Euros per month includes meals
Students should also budget for airfare ($1200), passport ($100), visa ($200), local transportation, entertainment, and personal expenses.
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What About Transportation? |
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A list of suggestions for student discounted airfare is available from International Affairs.
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What Else Will I Need? |
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U.S. citizens will need a passport to enter Spain. Books and materials about living, traveling, and working abroad are available in the International Affairs resource center at 420 University Terrace; 472-5358.
A student visa is required for U.S. citizens who plan to stay in Spain more than 90 days. You must apply for your visa at the Spanish consulate in person or by a legal representative. After the visa has been issued, it must be picked up in person at the consulate. Check the consulate website for most current information. www.consulate-spain-chicago.com.
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Can I get more information? |
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Complete course descriptions, more program information, and general books about Spain are available in the International Affairs resource center at 420 University Terrace, P.O. Box 880682, Lincoln, NE 68588-0682; 402/472-5358.
Academics:
Students should discuss general academic information about studying in Spain at Deusto with:
Iker Gonzalez-Allende, 472-4311, 1220 Oldfather, igonzalezallende2@unl.edu
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Dr. Errapel Mejias-Vicandi, 472-1231, 1207 Oldfather, emejias-vicandi1@unl.edu in the Department of Modern Languages and Literature. Students should also discuss study plans with their regular academic advisers.
Financial Aid: For information about applying your financial aid to study abroad programs, contact a study abroad financial aid adviser in the UNL Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid. 402/472-2030.
Administrative Details: For applications and details about studying abroad, registering for credit, see additional handout materials or contact the program coordinator a study abroad adviser at International Affairs, 420 University Terrace; 472-5358.
Related programs: A semester or academic year exchange program is offered at Monterrey Tec in Mexico. Additional programs in Latin America and Spain are available through the International Student Exchange Program (ISEP), ISA, IFSA-Butler in Toledo, Alicante, Seville, Granada, Barcelona, Valencia and Salamanca, Spain.
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