Spanish Culture & Society

Which social, political, cultural and both national and international phenomena define Spain as it enters the 3rd decade of the 21st century? To answer this question, this course aims to analyze, debate and understand the challenges which Spain faces in the context of a globalized world: the government model and its monarchy, peripheral and centralist nationalism, its linguistic and cultural diversity, migratory movements in search of the European dream, along with other hot topics such as the effectiveness of the educational system, the health system, gender issues, politics of historic memory or the change of the model of production which will be greatly affected by the effects of climatic change on the Iberian peninsula.

Course leader

Professors with ample experience teaching international students.

Target group

Undergraduate university students, high school graduates, adults, anyone who is at least 18 years old.

Course aim

For students interested in learning/improving their Spanish and learning about Spanish culture and society.

Credits info

6 EC
6 ECTS credits. An official university transcript is issued upon successful completion of the program. The transcript may be sent either directly to the student or to their home institution.

Fee info

EUR 595: Tuition fee includes the course and several social-cultural activities
EUR 680: Housing with a host family with all meals and laundry services included. An excellent way to practice your Spanish!
Students may arrive at the host family's home on May 19th and stay until June 8th, 2024.

Scholarships

None