The core curriculum is offered to enhance a student's abilities in Spanish language, linguistics, literature and culture, and Catalan. The following courses are arranged by the Program but taught by faculty from the University of Barcelona. Some 20 to 30 internships are available to selected students. Tutorials are arranged when at least two program students enroll in a UB course. To more easily adjust to an unfamiliar culture, students must be adaptable and sensitive to others' feelings.
Participants select their own housing arrangements.
Friendships established in these settings not only develop a student's language skills, but help to broaden the student's understanding of the society and its people. The University of Barcelona has extensive sports facilities which Illinois students may use. There is also a Thanksgiving supper and a year-end banquet. The Program organizes small discussion groups led by University of Barcelona students. Cost of living will vary for each student.