This program begins with a month-long preparatory Spanish language course, taught at all levels, that is completed before the start of the semester. Students then choose up to four courses from within their language level as well as from the “Open to All Levels” category, which lists courses that are taught in English. Courses in English are in orange.
PRINCIPIANTE - A1 (BEGINNER - LEVEL 100)
CH1801 Spanish Language and Culture INTENSIVE MONTH (3)
CH1001 Spanish Language (3)
This elementary language course is based on a functional approach. Students apply the necessary lexical and grammatical contents to communicate in everyday situations. Material with cultural content is used.
CH1011 Specific Grammar Problems (3)
This beginning level course places special emphasis on oral communication. It provides a study of the basic aspects of Spanish grammar. Students learn a34nd apply grammar principles to refer to the present, past and future.
CH1021 Spanish Language (3)
This language course teaches students to apply the necessary lexical and grammatical contents to communicate in everyday situations, and to better understand written and oral communication.
CH1041 Spain and the Spanish People (3)
This course introduces students to contemporary Spanish customs and traditions in an everday context. Important texts and newspaper articles are introduced to provide examples of the diversity of Spanish culture.
CH2001 Spanish Language (3)
This language course helps students practice their communication skills and improve linguistic competency through real world situations. Vocabulary and grammar topics are covered, and students discuss current and topical events.
INTERMEDIO 1 - B1 (LOW INTERMEDIATE - LEVEL 200)
CH2801 Spanish Language and Culture INTENSIVE MONTH (3)
CH1041 Spain and the Spaniards (3)
This course addresses Spanish customs and traditions in everyday Spain. Students are introduced to short newspaper articles and texts on different aspects of Spanish culture.
CH1051 Language and Conversation (3)
This intensive introductory course helps students to develop oral and written comprehension skills. Students express their primary needs and learn to communicate in Spanish.
CH2001 Spanish Language (3)
This intermediate level course helps students practice their communication skills. Topics include: linguistic functions to be able to get by in everyday life; use of essential vocabulary and grammar; and discussions on current affairs and topics.
CH2021 Spanish Language (3)
This language course helps students practice their communication skills and improve linguistic competency through real world situations. Vocabulary and grammar topics are covered, and students discuss current and topical events.
CH2051 Conversation and Composition (3)
This course teaches students the techniques and strategies to maintain a conversation. Current events will be studied to aid students in their conversational knowledge.
INTERMEDIO 2 - B2 (INTERMEDIATE - LEVEL 200)
CH2821 Spanish Language and Culture INTENSIVE MONTH (3)
CH2011 Specific Grammatical Problems (3)
This course provides a study of the main problems of Spanish grammar with special emphasis on the uses of the past and subjunctive tenses. Students work to improve their written and oral grammatical skills.
CH2021 Spanish Language (3)
This course consolidates grammar lessons and works toward broadening students' vocabulary. The course involves oral and written grammar and vocabulary exercises.
CH2031 Conversation and Reading (3)
This course's objective is to obtain good fluency in informal conversations and debates. Students also build their vocabulary and learn different registers of communication.
CH2041 Discovering Spain (3)
This course provides an introduction to Spain, including its geographical, political, socio-economical and cultural aspects through its regions and Autonomías. It looks at Spanish language and traditions, comparing Spain to other European countries.
CH2051 Conversation and Composition (3)
Topics covered include: use of everyday language; techniques and strategies to maintain a conversation; acquisition of the necessary fluency to exchange opinions; and discussions on simple newspaper articles and current affairs.
INTERMEDIO 3 - B3 (HIGH INTERMEDIATE - LEVEL 300)
CH3801 Spanish Language and Culture INTENSIVE MONTH (3)
CH3001 Spanish Language (3)
The objective of this course is to work on oral and written comprehension at a high intermediate level. Students practice grammar structures and review syntax. This course includes readings, comments and debates on contents from literary texts or newspaper articles to enrich the vocabulary and the use of colloquial Spanish.
CH3011 Specific Grammar Problems (3)
This applied grammar course focuses on achieving greater confidence in the use of the language and the mastering of complex grammatical aspects. Special reference is given to the practical application of learned grammar structures.
CH3031 Written Spanish (3)
This course covers general aspects of written Spanish. It analyzes the different registers, e.g., literary language and language in the media. Students broaden and consolidate their mastery of language structures and vocabulary by studying written texts and developing their own literary creativity.
CH3041 Diverse Spain (3)
This course studies the different comunidades autónomas, their nature, economic resources, culture and history, as well as the society and the way of life, main traditions and folklore.
CH3051 Conversation and Composition (3)
This course focuses on improving oral fluency in informal and formal conversations in everyday situations. Writing skills are developed through oral presentations and debates based on compositions and editing texts.
CH3061 Spanish Contemporary Society (3)
This course provides a study of Spanish society: education, work, family, youth, health, leisure, everyday life, preoccupations and values. It uses statistics and authentic materials (newspapers, magazines, etc.) to understand social aspects of modern Spain.
CH3071 Spanish Art and Civilization (3)
This course studies the different civilizations that existed in the Iberian Peninsula throughout its history and their contribution to current Spanish culture. Students discover the main historical events that have formed Spanish history and society, and learn about some of the most relevant Spanish works of art.
CH3081 Contemporary Spanish Novel (3)
This course provides a general review of Spanish prose from the post-war period to the present. Principal developments in Spanish literature with analysis and discussion of selected texts and some complete works are also a component of the course.
CH3091 Twentieth Century Spanish Drama (3)
This course provides a study of the major works of Spanish theater in the 20th century focusing on post-war drama and contemporary theater. The work of García Lorca forms a major part of this course. The course includes reading complete works and visits to the theater, when possible.
CH3121 Spanish in the Mass Media (3)
This course provides a study and analysis of Spanish through radio, television, advertising, movies, and the Internet. It also introduces students to techniques for writing and developing news stories, scripts, and advertising copy.
CH3131 Panorama of Spanish Literature (3)
This course presents an analysis of the most representative works of Spanish literature from the Middle Ages and the Renaissance.
CH3171 Spanish Society and Cinema (3)
This course provides a panorama of the socio-political evolution of Spanish society in the twentieth-century through cinema. Each film represents a decade and is intended to establish a debate around the events of that time. The course includes analysis and commentary of films and of the moment they represent, and reviews the latest tendencies in Spanish cinema as well as perspectives for the future.
CH3181 Spanish Art at the Prado Museum (3)
This course studies the great Spanish painters and their works in the Prado Museum focusing on El Greco, Velázquez, Murillo and Goya. Composition and style in their paintings and study of the historical period of the painters is emphasized. The course includes guided visits to the Prado Museum.
CH3421 Spanish for Business (3)
The purpose of this course is to acquire the knowledge and language needed to communicate in the business world. The contents of the course are developed within a practical framework . Students build their vocabulary in this field as well as improve their oral fluency and reading comprehension skills.
CH4071 Contemporary Spain (3)
This course studies the principle historic events of the 20th century: the crisis of the monarchy; the Second Republic; the Civil War; the post-war and Franco period; the consolidation of democracy; as well as the political and socio-economical aspects that have influenced Spanish life.
CH4121 Medieval Literature (3)
This course provides an analysis of the most representative works (throughout reading of some fragments or complete works) and social and cultural aspects of Spanish literature of the Middle Ages.
CH4191 Studies of the Spanish Language (3)
This course focuses on the formal elements of the Spanish language, from a syntactic, morphological, semantic, phonetic and pragmatic point of view. The course ranges from the evolution of the Spanish language, Spanish in the world and applied linguistics, to the teaching of Spanish as a second language.
AVANZADO - C1 (ADVANCED - LEVEL 300)
CH4801 Spanish Language &; Culture INTENSIVE MONTH (3)
CH4001 Advanced Language (3)
This course covers oral and written expressions and comprehension at the advanced level. It provides an analysis of the most problematic grammar structures. Special attention is paid to the use of connectors within the language.
CH4011 Specific Grammar Problems (3)
This course reviews Spanish syntax and specific problems in advanced grammar. The use of prepositions, pronouns and passive voice, as well as idioms and expressions, are also covered.
CH3021 Preparation Course for Basic Diploma Of Spanish (Debe) (spring semester only) (3)
Special attention is given in this course to understanding, speaking, reading and writing skills, as well as grammar and lexical aspects of Spanish, relating to the level established by the Spanish Ministry of Education.
CH3031 Written Spanish (3)
This course covers general aspects of written Spanish. It analyzes the different registers, e.g., literary language and language in the media. Students broaden and consolidate their mastery of language structures and vocabulary by studying written texts and developing their own literary creativity.
CH3041 Diverse Spain (3)
This course studies the different comunidades autónomas, their nature, economic resources, culture and history, as well as the society and the way of life, main traditions and folklore.
CH3071 Spanish Art and Civilization (3)
This course studies the different civilizations that existed in the Iberian Peninsula throughout its history and their contribution to current Spanish culture. Students discover the main historical events that have formed Spanish history and society, and learn about some of the most relevant Spanish works of art.
CH3081 Contemporary Spanish Novel (3)
This course provides a general review of Spanish prose from the post-war period to the present. Principal developments in Spanish literature with analysis and discussion of selected texts and some complete works are also a component of the course.
CH3091 Twentieth Century Spanish Drama (3)
This course provides a study of the major works of Spanish theater in the 20th century focusing on post-war drama and contemporary theater. The work of García Lorca forms a major part of this course. The course includes reading complete works and visits to the theater, when possible.
CH3121 Spanish in the Mass Media (3)
This course provides a study and analysis of Spanish through radio, television, advertising, movies, and the Internet. It also introduces students to techniques for writing and developing news stories, scripts, and advertising copy.
CH3171 Spanish Society and Cinema (3)
This course provides a panorama of the socio-political evolution of Spanish society in the twentieth-century through cinema. Each film represents a decade and is intended to establish a debate around the events of that time. The course includes analysis and commentary of films and of the moment they represent, and reviews the latest tendencies in Spanish cinema as well as perspectives for the future.
CH3181 Spanish Art at the Prado Museum (3)
This course studies the great Spanish painters and their works in the Prado Museum focusing on El Greco, Velázquez, Murillo and Goya. Composition and style in their paintings and study of the historical period of the painters is emphasized. The course includes guided visits to the Prado Museum.
CH3421 Spanish for Business (3)
The purpose of this course is to acquire the knowledge and language needed to communicate in the business world. The contents of the course are developed within a practical framework. Students build their vocabulary in this field as well as improve their oral fluency and reading comprehension skills.
CH4041 Current Spanish Issues (3)
This course covers different topics in contemporary Spain, taking into consideration political, economic, cultural and social aspects. Written and audio-visual materials are used.
CH4051 Conversation and Composition (3)
This course focuses on improving oral fluency and vocabulary in order to participate in conversations and debates using different registers. Oral practice is developed by using audiovisual material related to sociocultural aspects of Spain.
CH4071 Contemporary Spain (3)
This course studies the principle historic events of the 20th century: the crisis of the monarchy; the Second Republic; the Civil War; the post-war and Franco period; the consolidation of democracy; as well as the political and socio-economical aspects that have influenced Spanish life.
CH4101 Advanced Langauge II (3)
This course reviews Spanish syntax, and analyzes specific grammatical problems that plague advanced level students.Prerequisite: CH4001.
CH4121 Medieval Literature (3)
This course provides an analysis of the most representative works (throughout reading of some fragments or complete works) and social and cultural aspects of Spanish literature of the Middle Ages.
CH4191 Studies of the Spanish Language (3)
This course focuses on formal elements of the Spanish language, from a syntactic, morphological, semantic, phonetic and pragmatic point of view. The course ranges from the evolution of the Spanish language, Spanish in the world and applied linguistics, to the teaching of Spanish as a second language.
SUPERIOR - C2 (SUPERIOR - LEVEL 400)
CH4811 Spanish Language &; Culture INTENSIVE MONTH (3)
CH4011 Specific Grammar Problems (3)
This course reviews Spanish syntax and specific problems in advanced grammar. The use of prepositions, pronouns and passive voice, as well as idioms and expressions, are also covered.
CH4021 Preparation Course for Superior Diploma of Spanish (DESE) (spring semester only) (3)
Special attention is given in this course to understanding, speaking, reading and writing skills, as well as grammar and lexical aspects of Spanish, relating to the advanced level established by the Spanish Ministry of Education.
CH4071 Contemporary Spain (3)
This course studies the principle historic events of the 20th century: the crisis of the monarchy; the Second Republic; the Civil War; the post-war and Franco period; the consolidation of democracy; as well as the political and socio-economical aspects that have influenced Spanish life.
CH3081 Contemporary Spanish Novel (3)
This course provides a general review of Spanish prose from the post-war period to the present. Principal developments in Spanish literature with analysis and discussion of selected texts and some complete works are also a component of the course.
OPEN TO ALL LEVELS - COURSES TAUGHT IN ENGLISH
CM1124 International Marketing (3)
In this course, students look at general examples and frameworks of international marketing through texts, lectures, and discussion. As this course involves students from around the world, there is great emphasis placed on the “international” aspects, rather than the “marketing” ones.
DE1124 International Business (3)
This course examines the international aspects of business. Topics include: the competitive environment of the international marketplace; international oganizations; cultural, political-economic and labor factors affecting international business; and management techniques to deal with foreign factors in the international environment.
PB1157 International Communications (3)
This course studies communication as it relates to culture, and as it occurs interculturally and internationally. In those contexts, questions and issues are pursued that reveal processes, effects, methods, and critical norms for evaluating interpersonal, group, and mass communication.
HU1172 The European Union: Culture, History and Institutions (3)
This course provides students with a working knowledge of the structure and major institutions of the European Union as well as with an understanding of the cultural and historical trends which have motivated these independent countries to work together in order to develop an “Idea of Europe”.
CH2161 Women's Roles in Present Spain (3)
This course analyzes the roles that Spanish women have played for the last 30 years. From a very “officially” conservative society to their present social situation, Spanish women's roles have changed tremendously. From the “house mother” of 3-4 children some 35 years ago, to a new modern professional woman with 1.2 children today, Spanish women are very active and influential in every single area of Spanish society. This course deals with these new roles in the areas of politics, literature, economics, education, family... and the impact that this has had in the entire Spanish society.
CH2171 Spanish Civilization and Culture (3)
This main objective of this course is to offer an interdisciplinary exploration of the Iberian Peninsula's civilizations and cultures as reflected in its history, literature, people, politics, and arts. Topics have been established from a comprehensive perspective with the general objective that the students obtain a collective view of Spanish in its diverse manifestations.
CH2241 Global Civilization (3)
This course examines and compares the emergence and interaction of major world cultures from 1500 to the present. The format helps students acquire basic intellectual skills through emphasis on critical thinking and discussing, considering not only the who/what/when of events, but more importantly, questions of why and how events occurred.
CH3141 International Relations (3)
This course seeks to analyze from different perspectives (political, economical, sociological, etc.) the foreign policy of states within the international system, including the roles of international and national organizations, non-governmental organizations (NGOs), multinational corporations and public opinion.
CH3191 Fundamental Aspects of Spanish Art (3)
This course provides an introduction to art in Spain over the past 500 years, focusing on certain key topics and periods that help to map out the particular nature of Spanish artistic culture. Special emphasis is placed on the works of artists as Velázquez, Goya, Picasso, Dalí and Miró. This course includes visits to the Prado Museum, Reina Sofia Museum and Thyssen-Borzemisa Museum.
CH3261 Modern Art and Architecture in Spanish Cities (3)
This course provides an introduction to modern architecture through the study of great buildings and city development in Spain, primarily in Barcelona and Madrid. The course is based on a framework of knowledge about the development of modern world architecture, focusing on outstanding architects and works from the last few decades of the 19th century to the present. Particular emphasis will be placed ont he works of Gaudi, Saenz de Oiza, Moneo and Calatrava, and other projects by famous European and American architects.
