| Program Title: |
Program Title: Pitzer Exchange with the University of Leon |
| Location: |
Location: Leon, Spain
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Leon%2C_Spain |
| Host website: |
http://internacional.universia.net/espanya/unileon/
inf_general_ing.htm |
| Eligibility: |
Completion of Spanish 44 or the equivalent required for university classes (available only in Spring for full year due to February exams). Students in good standing at Pitzer College. Preference given to juniors and first semester seniors but sophomores are eligible if space is available. See Intensive Language Study. |
| Preparation: |
At least one area studies course in Spanish literature or film, European history, or political studies is required. Suggested additional general preparation options include: Comparative Politics; Intercultural Communications; Language Culture and Society; Introduction to International/ Intercultural Studies; Introduction to Sociocultural Anthropology |
| Application: |
Pitzer College general application and the University of Leon forms |
| Program Dates: |
Fall Semester: September – December (for intensive language and culture courses)
Spring Semester: February – June |
| Required Courses: |
Participants are expected to take one course that includes content on Spanish history, politics, literature or culture. |
| Intensive Language: |
Students with less than Spanish 44 will enroll in an intensive Spanish language program in either semester and all courses would be in Spanish language and culture. |
| Independent Study: |
See a Study Abroad Advisor |
| Course Options: |
The University offers broad curricular offerings taught in Spanish |
| Credit Possible: |
A course load of 15-16 units = 4 Pitzer courses.
(ECTS 30 Credits = Full time) |
| Housing Options: |
Students live with and take meals with host families after an initial hostel stay during orientation. |
| Advising notes: |
Once in Leon, contact Professor Cordero in the Sociology Department. He is a special advisor to Pitzer students. University of Leon is a good “Padrino” program through which our Pitzer students have a UL mentor. Office of International Students will help with volunteer placement and recommendations in the community. |
| Online News: |
www.lacerca.com/
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