Spanish Language Summer Program in Oviedo, Spain
Who is this program for?
It is for everybody who wishes to learn the language and the culture by immersing themselves in a Spanish speaking country.
Where is Oviedo?
The program takes place at the Universidad de Oviedo in Oviedo, Spain, an old city which 1000 years ago was the capital of the Christian Spain (see the map of Asturias below).
Currently Oviedo is the capital of Asturias, a region in the north of Spain. It is an elegant city with several cultural and sports facilities. It is placed in the center of the region between valleys and mountains, 30 minutes from the Cantabric coast.
What courses can I take?
Intensive language and culture at three different levels: Elementary, Intermediate and Advanced. Classes run from Monday to Friday, from 9:30am to 2:00pm. Three hours will be dedicated to grammar, vocabulary, composition, reading, writing, phonetics and conversation. A daily hour will be dedicated to seminars or lectures about Spanish cultural aspects: art, history, politics, economy. Maximum of 15 students per group.
Cultural and Recreational Activities
There will be excursions every Saturday to visit the most attractive and interesting places in the region (they will last the whole day and will be free of charge). Welcome and farewell parties.
Lectures and cultural and recreational visits. Other possibilities in the city and in near towns and villages: sports, museums, exhibitions, concerts, lectures, typical festivities, etc.
How much does it cost?
Tuition: €670 euros (2009) for six credits (calculate current dollar value). It includes lessons, course books, certificate, accident insurance, welcome and farewell parties, excursions and other cultural and recreational activities.
Accommodation: €447 euros (2009) at the university's residence hall, with a private room and bathroom. You also have the option of double room with bathroom, €361 euros.
What academic credits will I get?
Salem State University will transfer 6 credits of Spanish language study:
6 credits at the elementary level (the equivalent of SPN101-102)
6 credits at the intermediate level (SPN201-202 or equivalent)
6 credits at the transitional level (e.g. SPN351-Advanced Conversation and SPN350-Advanced Grammar or equivalent)
Travel arrangements
Participants are responsible for travel arrangements, but assistance will be provided on request.
Contacts
Fátima Serra
Department of Foreign Languages
Sullivan Bldg. 305C, North Campus
978.542.6804
email : Fátima Serra
Donald Ross
Director
Center for International Education
Salem State University
8 Harrison Road, South Campus
978.542.6351
email: Donald Ross
More Information
See the pictures of previous years' programs: 2007, 2006, 2005, 2004, 2003, 2002, 2000
Other links
- The Department of Foreign Languages at Salem State University
- The Center for International Education (CIE) at Salem State University facilitates study abroad for SSU students. (They also bring foreign students to SSU, something which you should also consider taking advantage of if you're interested in other languages and cultures.)
- Ayuntamiento de Oviedo
- gijonasturias.com
