UNIVERSIDAD DE MÁLAGA

Málaga, Spain (pop. 600,000)
Language of instruction: Spanish
Academic year or limited semester exchanges
AP ratio of 16:8
http://www.uma.es/
Mobility Programmes Office
Faculties
Degree courses (In English)
Information for Exchange Students

Divisions: Economics and Business Administration (actuarial & financial sciences, business administration, economics, management & public administration); Educational Sciences (audition & language, child education, foreign languages, musical education, pedagogy, psychopedagogy, physical education, primary education, special education); Engineering (audio-visual, computer, electronic, industrial & automation, industrial organization, technical IT systems, telecommunications); Health Sciences (nursing, physiotherapy); Humanities and Modern Languages (geography, history, history of art, philology [classical, English, Spanish], philosophy, translation & interpreting [Arabic, English, French, German, Greek, Italian]); Industrial Relations; Information Sciences (audio-visual communication, advertising & public relations, journalism); Law; Medicine; Polytechnic (technical industrial engineering [electricity, electronics, mechanics]); Psychology; Sciences (biology, chemistry, chemical engineering, environmental sciences, mathematics); Social Work, Industrial Relations and Staff Management; Tourism.
Special academic conditions: Junior-level standing is preferred. Some first-year courses are oversubscribed and, therefore, closed to ISEP participants; information about oversubsribed courses and enrollment procedures is available on Malaga's Web site. Graduate studies are not available.
Academic notes: Liberal Arts courses are most appropriate for exchange students. The University of Málaga is strong in Spanish, Classical and English Philology, History, Education, Law, Economics, Computer Science, and Translation and Interpreting.
Language notes: Students must be proficient in Spanish (equivalent to having successfully completed coursework at the literature-level). A month-long intensive course in Spanish language (70 hours total) is offered prior to exchange in September and February (tuition included in ISEP benefits). Students pay for their housing and meals during the pre-session (students interested in moving into the residence hall early while participating in the pre-session may contact the Residence Hall directly via e-mail). In addition to summer courses, Spanish language and culture courses are offered during the academic year (not included in ISEP benefits).
Program dates: Academic year exchanges preferred: early October (early September for the language course) to late June/early July. Limited semester placements (Semester 1: early October to February; Semester 2: February to late June/early July). Because semester exchanges are limited to a few per year, apply in February for the spring semester for best chances of placement.
Room and board: Students live in residence halls and receive a full meal plan at the cafeteria. Vegetarian meal options at the cafeteria are limited. Alternate housing and meal benefits cannot be offered. There is no married student housing.
Profile: Being of fairly recent creation (1973), the University of Málaga was born with a spirit of progress. In the last decade, the university has expanded more than any other young university in Spain, being presently ranked among the main higher education institutions in the country. Total enrollment: 42,000.
The university's facilities are located on two campuses: El Ejido Campus and Teatinos Campus. There is public transportation from both campuses to the city center. The El Ejido Campus includes university administration, the Mobility Programme Office, the Faculties of Economics and Business Management, the School of Engineering and the Polytechnic; the remainder of the university's faculties and schools together with the Centralized Research Services, sports facilities, computer center, residence hall, and general library are located on the Teatinos Campus.
Locale: Málaga, the capital city of the Costa del Sol and the birthplace of Pablo Picasso, has become the economic capital of Southern Spain due to its important tourist sector. Located on the Mediterranean and close to the Strait of Gibraltar, the origins of Málaga are remote. Throughout its 3,000 years of history the Phoenicians, Romans and Arabs, among other civilizations, have forged the character of an open and cosmopolitan city.

Universidad Alfonso X el Sabio
This exchange program is sponsored by ISEP.
Contact Chris Kjonaas at the International Student Center for more information.

Villanueva de la Cañada, Madrid (pop. 24,000)
Language of instruction: Spanish
Academic year or limited semester exchanges
http://www.uax.es/

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• Private, non-sectarian university situated in university town in the outskirts of Madrid.
• Convenient centralized campus; lively student atmosphere
• Students can combine lectures, private study and research with participation in a variety of cultural and sporting activities.

Profile: Universidad Alfonso X el Sabio is a young, dynamic private university. The university gained its charter from Parliament under the law 9/1993 with the goal of educating students for the future competitive world market. The university is designed to teach ten thousand students, with the possibility of having one thousand students living on-campus.

Locale: The University is located in the university town of Villanueva de la Cañada, 25 km northeast of the city of Madrid. Villanueva de la Cañada is connected with Madrid by regular bus service.

Divisions: School of Engineering (architecture and technical architecture, engineering [chemical, civil, computer, industrial, technical computer, technical telecommunications, telecommunications], industrial design, environment sciences); Faculties of Applied Languages (translation and interpreting); Health Sciences (dentistry, nursing, nutrition and dietetics, occupational therapy, physiotherapy, podiatry, veterinary medicine); Social and Legal Studies (administration and business management, business studies, law, sports and physical education, tourism management).

Academic notes: The fields most appropriate for ISEP participants include architecture, business administration, civil engineering, languages, mechanical engineering, physiotherapy, and tourism. Assistance in locating unpaid practical training and internship opportunities available to students with advanced language skills.

Language notes: Students should be proficient in Spanish (equivalent to having successfully completed course work at the literature-level). The University offers free courses in Spanish language running throughout the academic year. During orientation students will take a Spanish language proficiency exam. Students whose score is not adequate will be required to enroll in a Spanish language course.

Room and board: Students will be housed in shared student apartments, in homestays, or in university halls to be determined by the university. Students will receive a prepaid meal card for the university cafeteria or an equivalent stipend to make their own meal arrangements.

Exchange dates: Academic year: October to June; Semester 1: October to February; Semester 2: February to June. Due to high demand, spring semester slots fill quickly. Apply in February for the spring semester for best chances of placement.

Universidad Publica de Navarra
This exchange program is sponsored by ISEP.
Contact Chris Kjonaas at the International Student Center for more information.

Pamplona (pop. 200,000)
Language of instruction: Spanish
Academic year exchanges; limited number of spring semester exchanges
http://www.unavarra.es/
Elective course information (pdf)
Course descriptions for major courses

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Profile: Universidad Pública de Navarra is situated in a peaceful and sunny part of Pamplona, not far from the city center. Built in the 1980's and 90's, Universidad Pública de Navarra's centralized layout and harmonious design make it unique among Spanish universities. The university offers programs in engineering, business, social sciences, health studies, education and the humanities. It prides itself on its commitment to providing quality in higher education.

Excellent resources complement classroom learning in this young and dynamic university. The university offers easy access to a multimedia language center, library, sports facilities and cultural activities. The university offers many services and opportunities and they continue to grow. An indoor pool and climbing wall are among some of the more noteworthy recent additions to the institution. A variety of graduate research opportunities complete the broad range of services provided to students enrolled at the university.

Locale: Pamplona is the capital of Navarra, a region located in the north of Spain bordering with France. In the Middle Ages Navarra was important as a crossing point for highways and the pilgrimage routes of the Camino de Santiago (The Way of Saint James). In addition to its historic importance, Navarra is especially rich in natural attractions. Though only 10,400 kilometers in size, Navarra is characterized by three distinct climatological zones, which lend to a variety of natural settings. There are snow capped mountains in the north of the region, forests and rivers in the middle zone, and wineries, olive orchards and fertile green plains in the south. One can enjoy climbing, caving, fishing and canoeing in warmer months and skiing in Navarra's Pyrenees Mountains in winter months.

Known as "The Green City," Pamplona boasts 23 square meters of green space per inhabitant. The city is a manageable size. You can reach most points of interest in Pamplona on foot. Internationally, Pamplona is best known for its festival of San Ferm'n and el Encierro (Running of the Bulls), which take place in July of each year.

Divisions: Agriculture (agricultural business, agronomy, animal husbandry, food processing); Business (accounting, advertising, business administration, commerce, finance, international, management, marketing); Economics; Education; Engineering (industrial, mechanical, telecommunications); Social Sciences (industrial relations, law, sociology, social work); Nursing.

Academic notes: Among fields most appropriate for incoming students are economics and business, health studies, and social sciences. Though there are no degree programs in humanities at Universidad Poblica de Navarra, more than 100 elective subjects are offered each year designed for students from all majors. Of special interest to ISEP students are the electives dealing with the art, history, geography, literature and politics of Spain.

Language notes: At the university, all courses are offered in Spanish. For some subjects, additional course sections are taught in Basque language, depending on demand.

Applicants must be proficient or nearly proficient in Spanish (equivalent to having successfully completed course work at the literature-level) Additionally, candidates should be highly motivated and mature. Junior-level standing is preferred. A 4-day Spanish language refresher course is offered for ISEP students at no extra charge the week prior to the start of classes. During academic periods ISEP students may enroll in one non-intensive Spanish language course (3 hours per week) included in ISEP benefits. Students may enroll in additional language classes at their own expense. The multimedia language center associated with the university offers courses in Spanish and other languages at very affordable rates.

Room and board: ISEP students may choose to be placed in a residence hall (20-21 meals per week in cafeteria) or with a local host family (21 meals per week with family).

Exchange dates: late September to end of June, and mid-February to end of June.

Special conditions: Universidad Pública de Navarra's engineering programs are known to be some of the toughest in Spain. While engineering is not closed to ISEP participants, you should be aware that these programs are extremely rigorous .

Universidade de Vigo
This exchange program is sponsored by ISEP.
Contact Chris Kjonaas at the International Student Center for more information.

Vigo (Pontevedra, Galicia) (pop. 350,000)
Language of instruction: Spanish, some Galician
Academic year or spring semester exchanges
http://www.uvigo.es/

Profile: The former University College of Vigo became a university in its own right when the 1989 Act enabled its separation from the University of Santiago de Compostela, until then the only institution of higher education in Galicia. The University of Vigo offers a great variety of degrees and diplomas to a rapidly increasing number of students; more than 30,000 in the year 2000. The emphasis is primarily on science, technology, social science and law, but there are also Faculties of Languages and Translation & Interpreting.

Locale: Vigo is located in Pontevedra, Galicia, in the northwestern corner of Spain. Known as Spain's largest fishing port and famous for its sheltered harbors, Vigo draws a living primarily from its shipbuilding and fisheries industries as well as its Citro'n car factory. Today Vigo is still one of the most important fishing fleet bases in the world. Rich in culture and tradition, Vigo offers an excellent setting for learning about the cultures of Spain and Galicia. As one of Spain's officially recognized autonomous regions, Galicia has two official languages: Castellano (Spanish) and Gallego (Galician). Gallego is a language of Latin origin and similar to Portuguese. Galicia's population is bilingual and students will find they can get by just fine using Spanish. Nearby attractions include beautiful beaches and an unspoiled coastline as well as the city of Santiago de Compostela, Christendom's third most important site of pilgrimage in the Middle Ages.

Universidade de Vigo is a growing institution comprised of four campuses: Vigo: Torrecedeira (urban campus where the Rectorate, International Relations Office, student advisory services and some residence halls are located), Vigo: As-Lagoas (location of sports areas, main library, publishing office, university bookshop, computing, research & development facilities), Pontevedra campus (approx. 25 km from Vigo) and Ourense campus (100 km from Vigo). ISEP exchange will be restricted to the two Vigo campuses for incoming participants.

Divisions: Faculties or Colleges in: Technical Engineering, Business, Nursing and Social Work, Science (Marine Science, Biology, Chemistry), Telecommunication Engineering, Industrial and Mining Engineering, Economics and Business Administration, Law, Philology (languages with major degrees in English, Spanish, and Galician. Complementary subjects: French, German and Portuguese), Translating/Interpreting.

The following divisions are unavailable to students, as they are located at campuses outside of Vigo: Fine Arts, Social Science (Advertising and Public Relations), Forest engineering, Physiotherapy, Science (Physics, Food Science and Technology, Agriculture and Food Industries), Music, Humanities (History, Pedagogy, Psychology), and Computing Science.

Language notes: The language used in the administration is Galician (Gallego), which is one of the official languages of the autonomous region of Galicia as recognized in the Spanish Constitution. The University devotes special interest to the development and study of the Galician language in close cooperation with the other Galician universities. Most of the information produced by and about the University, including curricula, subject programs and transcripts, is written in Galician. Nevertheless, most of the teaching is done in Spanish. The ISEP coordinator will assist students in identifying courses taught in Spanish prior to enrollment.

Applicants for Vigo must be proficient or nearly proficient in Spanish. Additionally, candidates should be highly motivated and self-sufficient. Junior-level standing is preferred. A non-intensive Spanish course for foreign students included in ISEP benefits may be offered throughout the year if the minimum enrollment quota is met.

Academic notes: The University of Vigo is particularly strong in Marine Science, Biology, Business Administration, Law, Translation/Interpreting, and Spanish. Access to graduate Ph.D. programs will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Degrees are closed to ISEP participants.

Room and board: Host-family accommodation or room in a residence hall or shared apartments. Depending on the accommodation, either full board or a monthly stipend to cover meals.

Exchange dates: Academic year exchanges preferred (late September to July); semester placements (Semester 1: October to February; Semester 2: February to June). Apply in February for the second semester for best chances of placement.