GlobaLinks Learning Abroad and Pablo de Olavide University
GlobaLinks Learning Abroad has worked in conjunction with our partner in Spain, Active Learning Abroad, for in-country support and services to design this program with your individual student goals in mind. It is built around a unique Discovery Model which is delivered by some of the best staff in study abroad, both in the U.S. and overseas, in order to provide you with an individualized experience through discovery in 5 key areas: personal, academic, cultural, social, and professional. Learn more about the
Discovery Model.
Established in 1997, Pablo de Olavide University (UPO) is one of the youngest public universities in Spain; however, it has successfully fulfilled the first stage of development and now with both effort and vision looks towards a second phase of consolidation and expansion.
Pablo de Olavide University is endowed with and known for providing the most modern equipment available to research and reporting teams: extensive use of information technology and electronics, teaching in other languages, modern services required for the university community, extensive variety of sport facilities, contacts in business and professional field and more.
The Centro Universitario Internacional (the International Center) was founded officially in 2002, even though UPO started its Hispanic Studies Program during the fall of 2001. The International Center currently offers a variety of programs for international students from all over the world. Courses are taught in English and in Spanish in areas such as business, political science, history, art, etc. and Spanish language classes are offered at six different levels.
Location
Sevilla is the capital of the region of Andalusia and the fourth largest city in Spain with a total population of 750,000. Rich in history, traditions, and popular culture, Sevilla is very well known for the beauty of its architecture, where Christian and Muslim buildings spread across the city center; its parks and gardens, its holy week; and its flamenco tradition. Sevilla’s famous bullfighting ring, La Maestranza, is for many people the most beautiful in the world. Sevilla’s friendly atmosphere makes it the perfect place to discover the essence of the most common Spanish stereotype, flamenco and bullfights. However, the city is also a modern urban spot where tradition and modern exist side by side.
Home to an international airport and connected with Madrid and Barcelona by the high speed train, Sevilla is an ideal place from which to travel to other Spanish cities and the rest of Europe. It is also very close to the most Southern part of Spain, and has easy access to both Portugal and North Africa.
Academic Highlights
Language, Business, and Hispanic Studies Program Overview
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Minimum GPA: 2.90
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Language of instruction: Spanish and English
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Language requirements: High Intermediate for content courses in Spanish; none for English courses.
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Place of instruction: Pablo de Olavide University
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Participants: American students
Students choose 4 or 5 courses for a total of 180-225 hours during the semester, and 8-9 for a total of 360-450 for the Academic Year, each course consists of 45 hours of lectures unless otherwise noted. In addition to Spanish language and culture courses, there are English-taught courses on Business, Sciences, Political Science, Psychology, History, and Literature. Students with a very high level of Spanish proficiency may enroll in a maximum of two regular university courses per semester.
Special Programs and Excursions
GlobaLinks Learning Abroad and Active Learning Abroad will provide excursions to all students participating in a semester/academic year program. This will allow students to get familiar with some of the most interesting cities and areas in Spain from cultural, artistic, and historic perspectives. Semester abroad students usually have two overnight trips and two day excursions.
Housing
Students may choose from the following housing options: homestay, residence halls, or shared apartments.
Contact Us
Email us: studyabroad@globalinksabroad.org
Call us toll free: 1-800-980-0033
Learn more about this program on our website.