Academic Focus
The Liberal Arts & Business Program offered in the summer at the CEA GlobalCampus in Barcelona is designed for students of all language levels who wish to explore the history and culture of Spain, as well as international business issues, through electives offered in both English and Spanish. A wide variety of courses are offered, from Spanish Architecture and Spanish Language to International Business and International Marketing. The diversity in curriculum allows students the flexibility to choose courses that best meet their individual academic and personal needs. All electives offered at the CEA GlobalCampus in Barcelona are designed to help students gain insight into the history, culture and sociology of Spain while allowing them to earn credits toward their major or graduation requirements.
Students can choose to enroll in a 1 course or 2 course option. Courses are available in subject areas such as History, Cinema, Cultural Studies, Art History and International Business. Spanish language courses are available throughout the summer for all language levels. Students are highly encouraged to take a language class to enhance their understanding of Spanish culture; however, language courses are not required. The CEA GlobalCampus in Barcelona offers two 4-week summer sessions, one in June and one in July. Students can opt to participate in one session or two back-to-back sessions in order to earn additional credit.
The location of the CEA GlobalCampus in Barcelona, Spain also helps to frame the curriculum of the Liberal Arts & Business program. Courses are designed to make use of Barcelona as the "classroom". Both in and out of class, students are encouraged to explore the city and draw connections between their first hand observations and the subjects they are studying.
All language courses and electives meet for a total of 45 contact hours and are generally worth 3 credits in the US semester system. Students enrolled in the 1-course option will earn 3 credits whereas students in the 2-course option will earn 6 credits. However, it is up to the discretion of your academic advisor how much credit will be awarded.
Schedule Summary
Classes typically meet Monday through Thursday for 2 ½ or 3 hours each session although study trips and other required fieldwork may occur on Fridays. Classes are offered at various times throughout the day. Class timetables will be released approximately 3 months before the program closure date, and your final course schedule will be posted to your MyCEA Account around two weeks before the program start date.
Course Registration
Students must register for courses prior to departure for Barcelona. A course preference form will be posted to your MyCEA Account when course timetables are released. This form should be completed upon your acceptance to the program but no later than the program closure date. Classes are filled on a first-come, first-served basis so it is in your best interest to submit your course preference form as soon as possible.
Course preferences are considered final when submitted to CEA. You will take an online language placement exam prior to the program closure date and will receive a preliminary language level assignment. However, your final language level may be adjusted onsite. To aid in the registration process, it is in your best interest to have courses, including alternates, approved by your academic advisor prior to submitting your course preference form.
