Arabic Cultural Studies in Granada

Granada, Spain
Arabic Cultural Studies in Granada

About the Program

Drawing on Granada’s unique multicultural history and southern European location, this program examines the city's Islamic legacy, established during 800 years of Muslim rule. Activities and excursions bring lessons learned in class to life, from a guided visit to the Albayzín neighborhood, to strolling the stunning grounds of the Alhambra at sunset, to taking a field trip to Morocco. Improve your language skills in Spanish and Arabic language courses (taught in Spanish) and choose from a range of electives that bring Andalusian and Islamic culture and history to life, offered in English or Spanish. You may choose to jump start your Spanish language ability with our Early Start option.

Program Notes


 

Requirements

Overview

Location:

Granada

Dates:

1/26/25 - 5/23/25

Price:

$12,795

Credits:

12 - 15

Deadlines

Apply By:

Closed

Withdraw By:

12/1/24

Requirements

Complete Application
Program Participation Agreement
Transcript - Unofficial
$95 Online Application Fee

Eligibility

Minimum
GPA:

2.5

Foreign Language Proficiency:

All Levels

Education
Completed:

High School Graduate

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Where You'll Study

University of Granada

The University of Granada (UGR) was established in 1531; over the last five centuries, it’s grown into one of Spain’s largest universities. Its influence as a center of social and cultu...

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Clubs & Organizations
Study Room
Study Room
Counseling Services
Counseling Services
University Library
University Library
12-15

Credits

Program Structure & Courses

Students at an advanced Spanish level or lower enroll in 2 Spanish language courses and 2-3 elective courses (taught in English and/or Spanish); students above this level enroll in 1 Spanish language course and 3-4 elective courses (taught in Spanish). If you are at a high-advanced Spanish level, you may opt to take integrated courses with Spaniards.

Courses meet for a total of 45 contact hours/12-15 credits. You may earn 12-15 credits (up to 225 contact hours); if you choose the Early Start option, you may earn 16-20 credits (up to 305 contact hours).

Classes meet on Monday/Wednesday or Tuesday/Thursday; during the intensive language portion of the program, classes meet Monday-Friday. Active learning components required by your courses may be scheduled on Fridays.

Early Start: The Early Start course runs for 4 weeks/80 contacts hours in Fall and 3 weeks/60 contact hours in Spring; it’s designed to help you adjust to the university setting and prepare you for your courses. If you participate in the Early Start course you may earn an additional 4-5 semester credits (up to 80 contact hours).

Prior to departure, you will select your preferred courses. You'll take a language placement exam after you arrive in Granada. You will be enrolled into courses based on their availability. It is in your best interest to have multiple alternative courses approved by your home university prior to your departure due to course availabilities. To ensure that you receive credit for the language level you place into, have your home school pre-approve courses at several levels before you leave for Spain. Please consult with your academic advisor at your home university on credit pre-approval guidelines.

Beginner to Advanced Level Course Structure

Available Levels

Courses

The following courses have been confirmed for this term. Please note, the host institution reserves the right to cancel or change courses without prior notification.

*Courses with an asterisk indicate that the course has been associated with multiple subject areas.
Please click on the course title to view additional subject areas and detailed course information.

Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Advanced Arabic II 400 Ar 45 3
Beginner Arabic II 100 Ar 45 3
Elementary Arabic II 200 Ar 45 3
Intermediate Arabic II 300 Ar 45 3
Introduction to Arabic Language 100 Ar 45 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
History of Art in Spain 300 En 45 3
History of Art in Spain * 300 Sp 45 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Cross-Cultural Communication 300 En 45 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
The Arab World and the West 300 En 45 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
History of Spain 300 En 45 3
History of Spain * 300 Sp 45 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Islamic Culture in Spain * 300 En 45 3
Islamic Culture in Spain * 300 Sp 45 3
Spanish Civilization & Culture * 300 En 45 3
Spanish Civilization & Culture * 300 Sp 45 3

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Where You'll Stay

*Housing options may change and will be confirmed on the housing application form prior to the start of the term. Below are the housing options that have been offered in the past.

Excursions

Get out and explore! Excursions are offered for most semester, year, and summer programs. Semester students are typically offered between two to three excursions and summer study students are typically offered between one to two excursions. You'll receive a calendar of excursions during orientation; here are a few day and overnight excursions we've offered in the past.

What's Included in your Program

From housing to excursions, our programs include a variety of inclusions to enhance your study abroad experience! Here are examples that may be available in Granada. Inclusions vary by program – please contact our Enrollment and Advising team to find out what options are available for you.

  • Personalized Pre-Departure Advising
  • Visa & Immigration Advising
  • Financial Advising
  • Tuition and Registration
  • Airport Pick-up
  • Onsite Orientation
  • City Tour
  • Onsite Staff Support
  • 24/7 Emergency Assistance
  • Travel Medical Insurance
  • International Emergency Service Support
  • Welcome & Farewell Events
  • Centrally Located Housing
  • Wellness Activities
  • Cultural Engagement
  • Language Exchanges
  • Volunteer Opportunities
  • Excursions
  • Host Institution Services & Amenities
  • Career & Re-entry Workshop
  • Official Transcript(s)

Sample Calendar

Below is a tentative itinerary for your program. Please note, dates and events below may change without prior notification. Contact CEA CAPA before purchasing airline tickets.

You will receive a finalized itinerary once you arrive onsite.

Note: Additional cultural activities/excursions or required course-related activities may be incorporated into your final itinerary. You are advised not to make personal travel arrangements until you have the final dates.

Date Description
January 26
Arrival/Program Begins

Official Program Start Date. Students must arrive at the Granada airport on this date from 8am to 6pm in order to be eligible for airport pickup. Students will then be transferred to their assigned housing.

January 27
Orientation

Mandatory CEA CAPA Orientation I will be held.

January 27
Placement Exam

Placement Exam for Universidad de Granada will be held on this day.

January 28
Orientation

Mandatory CEA CAPA Orientation II will be held.

January 29
Cultural Activity

Guided visit to the Alhambra.

January 30
Excursion

CEA CAPA daytrip to Córdoba.

January 31
Cultural Activity

Guided visit to the Arabic Granada.

February 03
Classes Begin

Spring semester classes begin at Universidad de Granada on this day.

February 07
Cultural Activity

Visit to the Romani Granada.

February 10 - 13
Cultural Activity

Exclusive Arabic Cultural Studies activity I this week.

February 21 - 23
Excursion

CEA CAPA trip to Morocco.

February 24 - 27
Cultural Activity

Flamenco dance workshop this week.

February 28
Holiday

Day of Andalucía. No classes will be held. CEA CAPA Office and School closed.

March 03 - 06
Cultural Activity

Belly dance workshop this week.

March 07
Make-Up Class

Make-up class for Monday & Wednesday schedules.

March 10 - 13
Cultural Activity

Churros con chocolate this week.

March 14
Cultural Activity

Exclusive Arabic Cultural Studies activity II.

March 21
Excursion

CEA CAPA daytrip to the Sierra Nevada mountains: the Alpujarra.

March 24 - 27
Midterm Exams

Midterm exams will be held at the Universidad de Granada this week.

March 28
Make-Up Class

Make-up class for Tuesday & Thursday schedules.

April 04 - 05
Excursion

CEA CAPA Overnight trip to Sevilla & Ronda.

April 07 - 10
Cultural Activity

Introduction to Semana Santa this week.

April 14 - 20
Holiday

Semana Santa Spring break. No classes will be held. CEA CAPA and school closed.

April 21 - 24
Cultural Activity

Exclusive Arabic Cultural Studies activity III this week.

April 25
Make-Up Class

Make-up class for Tuesday and Thursday schedules.

May 01
Holiday

Labor Day. No classes will be held. CEA CAPA and school closed.

May 15
Classes End

This is the last day of classes at Universidad de Granada.

May 19 - 22
Final Exams

Final exams will be held at Universidad de Granada this week.

May 23
Program Ends/Move-Out

Official Program End Date. Students must move out of housing no later than this day at noon.

Sample Budget

This budget contains costs that you can take to your financial aid office. Please note that amounts may fluctuate; we've included a range of costs.

Federal law allows the use of financial aid to cover "reasonable" costs of study abroad including round-trip transportation, tuition and fees for the program, living costs, passport and visa fees, health insurance, and more.

Please note that all costs and charges listed below are subject to change without notice. With the exception of Program Price, all costs are estimates and may vary.

Description Low-Cost High-Cost
Program Fee
Tuition and fees, registration, orientation, airport pickup, welcome and farewell receptions, housing, official transcript, cultural excursions/activities, student support services, CEA On-site Staff and administrative costs.
$12,795
$12,795
International Airfare & Transfers
Cost varies depending on time of purchase, point of origin and time of travel.
$900
$1,600
Immigration Requirements
Includes passport and additional requirements such as visa, entry and exit fees, French Carte de Séjour, French University Administrative Fee (if applicable), or Italian Permesso di Soggiorno.
$325
$325
Books, Materials and Supplies
Includes books, school supplies, art supplies, and course fees. Does not include fees or supplies for optional courses. This cost varies depending on the course choices of the student.
$42
$140
Meals

Includes the average expected cost for food in addition to your meal plan, such as eating out at restaurants.
$1,568
$3,080
Personal Expenses
Includes telephone, laundry, local transportation, personal necessities and upfront payments for potential doctor visits. Please note, certain locations may require deposits to secure spots in CEA organized activities and excursions (deposits are returned at the end of the program if student attends activities/excursions or cancels participation before set deadlines). Some of these costs vary according to the spending habits of the student.
$224
$448
Travel Expenses
Includes additional travel outside of CEA excursions. This cost varies according to the spending habits of the student.
$140
$1,960
TOTAL EXPENSES $15,994 $20,348