Madrid, Spain
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Academic level: Undergraduate
Program dates: May 31 – July 14, 2012
Priority application deadline: March 1st
General application deadline: April 2nd
Please note: Applications are accepted after April 2nd on a rolling, space available, first come first served, basis and programs are open until filled.
Total credits: 8 - 10 undergraduate points
Program focus: Spanish Language, Literature, Culture, History, Cinema
“The best thing was getting to speak a ton of Spanish in a variety of different social settings.” – Summer 2011 student
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Program Directors
Anjouli Janzon, Director of NYU Summer in Madrid (Madrid), Ph.D. California (Berkeley).
Program Summary
At NYU Summer in Madrid, the first study abroad program set up by New York University, students experience a vibrant culture that is both heir to European traditions and the point of convergence for New World and other cultures. Madrid is the political and cultural center of Spain and one of Europe's most lively and charming cities. It boasts a history that goes back to the Middle Ages; from the 16th century on, it was the seat of a brilliant royal court. This is reflected in the city's rich architecture and abundance of monuments.
Contemporary Madrid is a clean and efficient city of wide boulevards, outstanding museums, monuments, theatres, and libraries. The city's public transportation-metro and buses-is first rate. Madrid is famous for its restaurants as well as its nightlife. The numerous cafés are frequented by students, writers, artists, and journalists. Because of its location in the geographical center of the country, Madrid is also an ideal base for exploring the rest of the Iberian Peninsula and beyond through a network of rapid, modern bus and rail transportation. Students who have lived and studied in Madrid often look at that period as one of the most transforming experiences of their lives.
Academics
NYU Summer in Madrid offers Spanish language courses at all levels, including intensive study, as well as Spanish literature, culture, fine arts, history, and cinema courses in English or Spanish. Courses are taught by NYU Madrid faculty and Spanish university professors who are recognized experts in their fields. Students also enjoy a full range of cultural activities, seminars, and excursions led by experts in history, art, and architecture. Visits include the world-renowned Prado museum, other important museums and monuments, and Old Madrid, the "Greenwich Village" of this historic city. In addition, students' knowledge and understanding of Spain is broadened by excursions to other regions and cities such as Bilbao, San Sebastian, Gijón and Toledo.
Housing & Meals
The NYU Madrid academic center is two chalet-style buildings located in the beautiful El Viso neighborhood just a few Metro stops from the city center.
All students participating in the program are required to live in NYU-provided housing.
The program arranges for students to live in Spanish homes, which is strongly recommended as the best way to encourage the use of Spanish and to immerse oneself in the rhythms of everyday life. Apartments are also available. Students are informed of their homestay families and apartments before arrival in Madrid.
Excursions
There is a three-day excursion as part of the Summer Program. Option A is the Basque country: Bilbao and Sebastian; Option B is Northern Spain: Oviedo and Gijon.
Faculty
Susana Albert, B.A., Universidad Complutense de Madrid
Carmen Bordón, Doctoral candidate, Complutense de Madrid
Maria Castillo, Ph.D., New York University
Jacqueline Cruz, Ph.D. California (UCLA)
Julia Domenech, Ph.D., Autónoma de Madrid
Ana Dotras, Ph.D., Massachusetts
Armando Figueroa, Ph.D. Columbia University
Isabel Pereira, Ph.D., Illinois (Urbana-Champaign)
Cristina Pérez, Ph.D., Boston
Rocío Prieto, B.A., Universidad de Valladolid
Carmen Ana Sierra, Ph.D. Five College Consortium (Amherst/Hamshire/Mount Holyoke/Smith/UMass Amherst)
CONTACT INFO
NYU Office of Global Programs
110 East 14th Street, LOWER LEVEL
New York, NY 10003
t: 212-998-4433
f: 212-995-4103
nyu-in-madrid@nyu.edu