Latin America in an International Context (6 week program January/ February)
Nowadays, having an international academic experience is not just an additional value on your resume; it will play a major role in your professional and personal development. Join us at the Iberoamericana University to participate in our short term program "Latin America in an International Context!". INCLUDED: Five-day Study Tour to Chiapas!In 2016, join us for our integrated five-day study tour during this program.
The program has been especially designed for students who want to learn about Latin America, enhance their language skills and have a good time. This short term program’s primary goal is to provide undergraduate as well as graduate students tools and possibilities to improve their Spanish language skills and their knowledge about Latin America. The program will offer a comprehensive insight into Latin America and Mexico's economic, social, and political situation, and illustrates ways for future potential development.
Session dates 2016: January 08 - February 20
An orientation and welcome session will be offered on Friday, January 08, 2016. On that day, you will also have a Spanish language exam in order to define which language level would be most suitable for you. The program and the courses then start on Monday, January 11, 2016. A five-day study tour is integrated into the program and will consolidate your experience through exploring new territories, cultures, and people.
Be our guest in this fascinating Latin America summer program - we're looking forward to welcoming you in Mexico City! Below please find all further relevant information.
This first module will offer students four lectures: 1. Pre-encounter Cultures 2. Colonial Period 3. Late Colonial/Early National Period 4. The long 19th century and the 20th century Students will have an exam after
This third module will offer four lectures: 1.1 2. 2 3. 3 4. 4
Students will have an exam after completion of this module.
This study tour course will last about one week and will take place in the state of Chiapas. Students will spend most of their time in San Cristobal de las Casas, but will have
At the beginning of the program students will take a short Spanish exam and, depending on their result, they will then be placed in the appropriate class for their language level.
Professors will help students to develop social communication skills by teaching them socially useful expressions, norms of polite behavior, popular sayings, etc.
This class will provide students with the linguistic and grammatical tools they need to improve their knowledge of the language.
The first excursion of the program will take students to one of the most beautiful archaeological sites in Mexico: Teotihuacán. With some of the largest pyramid structures built in the pre-Columbian Americas and
This first “Getting to Know Mexico City” trip will take students to the historic center of Mexico City. During this half-day guided excursion, students will visit the Zócalo, the Cathedral, the National Palace
This amazing excursion will take students to some of the most beautiful tourist must-sees in Mexico. They will have the opportunity to explore the largest cave systems in Latin America, visit the silver
Since 2010, Mexican cuisine has been part of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization’s (UNESCO) representative list of the intangible cultural heritage of humanity.
Students will learn how to dance the main Latin American dances (salsa, merengue, cumbia,…) with teacher Andres Diaz, a Mexican featured dancer with over 10 years professional experience.
Over the last few years Mexican cinema entered the international spotlight thanks to movies like 21 grams, Babel, Pan's Labyrinth and more recently, Rudo y Cursi. Students will enjoy a selection of the best
Our first company visit which allows students to learn about how make correct associations and choose appropriate channels of distribution. Pineda Covalin is a Mexican brand design created by two textile and industrial designers
Students will discuss Australian-Mexican relationships and business opportunities during a meal with a representative of Austrade (Australian Trade Commission), the Australian Government’s trade, investment and education promotion agency. Through a network of offices in
Our second company visit which allows students to learn about how position a brand strategically. Grupo Televisa, S.A.B., is the largest media company in the Spanish-speaking world based on its market capitalization and a
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Students are required to hand in the application form and send the required documentation to the Ibero Student Mobility Office. After receiving your documents, we will review your application and, if you are
The cost for the full program is 3,250 US Dollars (incl. accommodation).
Payment must be made by wire transfer to the Iberoamericana account or online after receiving your letter of acceptance.
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