Academics in Barcelona
Located along the Mediterranean Sea, the city of Barcelona allows students to experience the culture of Catalunya. The mild climate, famed cuisine and breathtaking arts give the Mediterranean region a distinct feel, unique from anywhere else in the world. Students in Barcelona will have the opportunity to practice their language skills in the classroom and also with native Spanish speakers through language exchange programs and cultural events. Over the course of their time abroad, students can expect to participate in field study trips associated with specific classes, study tours, and day trips, as well as cultural activities like Catalan cooking courses, sports activities, and cava tastings.
To complete the course curriculum, IAU hosts a plethora of guest speakers and lecturers from a wide breadth of disciplines including journalists, musicians, and political activists. Students who participate in this program will develop a deeper understanding of the Spanish language and its relationship to Catalan history and culture. Full of masterpieces by the famous artists Salvador Dalí and Antoni Gaudi, the city is a classroom in and of itself, exposing students to Modernist and Surrealist architecture and paintings.
Spanish Honors Program
The Spanish Honors Program is designed for Spanish majors/minors or other students with demonstrated advanced-level Spanish, interested in a comprehensive language and cultural immersion program.Courses
i) Spanish Civilization and Cultures. 3 credits
ii) Spanish Language course. 3 credits (upper level 300 and above).
iii) Seminar. El Nuevo Mundo hoy: culturas y sociedades hispanas en América. 3 credits
iv) Any area class either taught in Spanish (any topic or area) or about Spain (in English). 3 credits
Student Life
i) Students must live in a homestay family or in a shared apartment with Spanish or Latin american students.
ii) Students participate in language exchange with local students.
iii) Students must attend at least 5 different Field Studies of any of the IAU classes on Spain or Spanish culture and arts, different than the one they are attending during the semester.
iv) Students participate in the Early Start Program.
Business & International Relations Program
Through the Business & International Relations Program, students will have the unique opportunity to learn about international business strategies and procedures with a specific focus on the global market. Disciplines taught include, but are not limited to, economics, finance, international business, management
Art & Art History Program
School of Humanities and Social Sciences
IAU Barcelona offers a wide breadth of course disciplines to students from all majors and minors. Prior knowledge of Spanish is not required as courses are offered in English and Spanish. Though it is not required, it is highly encouraged that students enroll in a Spanish language course and students should refer to their home university for additional language requirements. Students with.jpg)