Study in Mexico (in English, Spanish) - ISEP Exchange
Universidad de Guanajuato is a public higher education institution that traces its origins back to 1732. Today, it is a major research institution focused on increasing, preserving and sharing knowledge that contributes not only to their students’ personal development, but also to a democratic, just and free society. The university is ranked among the top 100 universities in Latin America, and among the top 20 universities in Mexico.
Universidad de Guanajuato is located in the capital of Mexico’s Guanajuato state. Nestled in a valley, the charming city of Guanajuato features narrow, winding streets, colonial-era plazas and beautiful architecture, including the central Basilica Colegiata de Nuestra Señora de Guanajuato. Guanajuato is also home to the famous Festival Cervantino, an annual cultural event that hosts artists from all over the world. Due to its cultural and historic significance, Guanajuato has been named a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
ISEP students immerse themselves in Mexican culture and daily life by taking university classes with local students and living in student housing with local and international students. The university has an active student body, and ISEP students can participate in sports teams, cultural activities and student groups. Internships and volunteering opportunities are also available. Excursions are planned each semester, and the university has a “buddy system” to help ISEP students meet local students and adjust to life in Guanajuato!
Course Description
Guanajuato offers a variety of subjects taught entirely in Spanish including design, music, business, physical sciences, engineering and social sciences. Guanajuato also offers a small selection of courses taught in English, mainly in business. Students will enroll in 24 - 32 UGTO Credits (12 - 16 US Credits). Classes are generally 6 credits, though may vary by subject. Students can expect to take 4 - 5 courses a semester.
Spanish as a second language courses are offered during the semester for an additional fee.
Please check with your Student Services Officer if you need course syllabi.
Tips for finding regular University courses in Spanish:
1. Go to the Guanajuato's Academic Programs Page
2. Select your area of study from the list of academic programs, then select the specific degree program
3. Scroll down and select the 'Plan Curricular' button to see the program's study plan. Under 'Plan de Estudios', the study plan will list all courses a student takes as part of that degree program.
4. Courses in odd-numbered semesters (Primera, Tercera, Quinta, etc.) are offered August – December. Courses in even-numbered semesters (Segunda, Cuarta, Sexta, etc) are offered January – June.
5. Once you've received your placement at Guanajuato, you will be requested to complete a Learning Agreement where you'll list the courses you plan on taking during your semester.
Tips for finding regular University courses in English:
1. Review the English Taught Courses program list. The Professors and tentative schedules listed in this excel may change, however, the courses will be taught each semester.
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Other Academic Conditions
ISEP students may only select courses from the main Guanajuato campus.
Students must have a minimum B1 level of Spanish to take undergraduate courses in Spanish or English, and a B2 level is recommended. A B2 level is required for students taking courses in Spanish Language & Literature. A C1 level of Spanish is required for students taking courses in Philosophy and Spanish as a Second Language (Teaching).
Masters in Management courses are not open to ISEP students.
Students may take courses in Health Sciences at UGTO. However, students looking to participate in the undergraduate program in Medicine must be nominated in April, before the start of their program. Please speak with your SSO if you're interested in taking courses in Medicine to prepare for the nomination process. Additionally, some hands-on practice courses may require that students take a parallel theoretical subject class.
Graduate level programming is only available for students interested in conducting research. Graduate level courses are not open to ISEP students, however, students interested in conducting graduate level research under Faculty supervision may apply. Students will be accepted on a case-by-case basis.
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