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Fact Sheet:
Fact Sheet:
Language of Instruction: English, Spanish Housing Options: Host Family
Program Type: Study Abroad Minimum GPA: 3.0
Areas of Study: Economics and Business, Electives, Fine Arts, History, International Studies
Program Description:

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Hospitality and Tourism Studies

Mallorca, Spain


  • Study Spanish literature, culture, and business on the beautiful island of Mallorca!
  • 4-week program is offered in cooperation with the Universitat de les Illes Balears (UIB).
  • Summer program courses are taught in Spanish and English.

mallorca

Program

Located in Palma de Mallorca, the capital city of Mallorca, one of the most beautiful islands of the Mediterranean, the University facilities are conveniently situated in the downtown area. Students attending this exciting program stay with local families with wide experience hosting American students.

Students in the Arcadia University Mallorca program are required to take 6 credits: three in Spanish language and three in an elective course of their choice. Students take a placement exam in order to determine their level of Spanish, and Spanish language is available at four levels from beginner to advanced. The four available elective courses are:

Current Topics in Spanish Society (taught in English): The course centers on the role of Spain in the European Union and current topics with regard to Spanish institutions, economy, and culture.

Spanish Cultural Encounters (taught in Spanish): Includes a survey of modern Spain's most relevant cultural and societal aspects, such as cinema, theater, and music.

Spanish Business Writing (taught in Spanish): This course focuses on developing reading and writing ability for professional/ business documents.

Survey of Contemporary Spanish Literature (taught in Spanish): Focuses on recent and current literature trends in Spain.

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The Arcadia Advantage
Before you arrive in Mallorca, you can contact our program manager for advice on the application process, choosing courses, housing or simply what you should pack. Once you arrive, our resident director will lead an orientation program that will introduce you to the culture, history and politics of Spain as well as preparing you for the academic challenges of studying in a different educational system.
 

Application Deadlines
Summer Term: March 31

Credits
Summer Term: 6 credits


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Dates / Deadlines:
Dates / Deadlines:
Term Year App Deadline Decision Date Start Date End Date
Summer 2024 08/15/2024 ** Rolling Admission TBA TBA

** Indicates rolling admission application process. Applicants will be immediately notified of acceptance into this program and be able to complete post-decision materials prior to the term's application deadline.