Location:

Buenos Aires, Argentina

Program Type:

Volunteer Abroad

Degree Level:

Undergraduate

Work Types:

Arts, Economic Development, Education, Health, Social Services, Translation

Duration:

1-3 months, 4-6 months

Program Overview

Program Description:

Studying abroad in Buenos Aires at the University of Belgrano (Universidad de Belgrano)gives you the best of both worlds—an opportunity to dig into South American culture while living in a city that flaunts its European influence in its food, architecture, politics and culture. International Enrichment (IE) offers a unique Spanish language program in Buenos Aires that integrates language and cultural studies for a full immersion experience. With IE’s Buenos Aires program you can: Focus on improving language skills while taking cultural elective courses taught in English take regular courses offered by the host school and study with host country students Participate in excursions to a bevy of cultural events popular in the country

- Tuition - Books and class materials - Official Transcripts - Housing: Shared student apartments - Airport transfer on arrival - Pre-departure orientation and services - On-Site Orientation - Staff on campus - 24/7 Emergency Contact - Wireless internet access - Mail service - Optional Excursions and Extensions (additional fees may apply) - Storage facilities and safety deposit box are available at the school. - Personal attention to each student.

3 - 24 credits dependent upon program(s) chosen.

Setting Description:

IE offers a unique blend of language and cultural courses at the University of Belgrano. Founded in 1964, the University of Belgrano is one of the most well-known private universities in Argentina. Since its creation, the university has established 13 schools in both undergraduate and graduate-level education. Located in the Belgrano neighborhood of Buenos Aires, the university offers IE students excellent opportunities for language and cultural immersion. Intensive Spanish language courses are offered to students at all language levels, while an extensive Latin American studies component allows them to learn about the region’s history and culture with instruction in English. The Belgrano neighborhood surrounding the university is an upper middle-class section of Buenos Aires characterized by beautiful tree-lined streets and high-rise apartment buildings. The largest boulevard in the area, Avenida Cabildo, features quaint corner cafes neighborhood grocery stores, movie theaters, and u

Cost:

Summer 2013 (Intensive Spanish Language) $3,995 Spring Semester 2013 (Spanish Language and Latin American Culture) $9,545 Fall Semester 2013 (Spanish Language and Latin American Culture) $9,395 Spring Semester 2013 (Integrated Studies Immersion) $10,045 Fall Semester 2013 (Integrated Studies Immersion) $9,395 Spring Semester 2013 (Intensive Spanish Language) $9,545 Fall Semester 2013 (Intensive Spanish Language) $9,395