International Relations Program (in English, Spanish)
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
The Institut Barcelona d'Estudis Internacionals (IBEI) and the UPF Education Abroad Program have partnered to offer an International Relations Abroad program for undergraduate students. Addressed to students majoring in International Relations, Political Science, Legal Studies, Humanities, Economics or Journalism, this program aims to provide high quality teaching for students interested in increasing the understanding of today's world's challenges in the spheres of global politics, international relations and international security.
A European leader in graduate studies and advanced research within the framework of international studies, IBEI counts on excellent, well prepared international faculty to stimulate student's critical vision of globalization. Students can also combine courses from this program with courses in the Barcelona Program for Interdisciplinary Studies.
In addition to content-based courses, the International Relations Program includes the option to take language courses at all levels. Five different levels of Spanish classes are offered, from beginner to proficient and even Spanish for heritage speakers.
Students are invited to a wide variety of opportunities to interact with local students, engage in volunteering activities, and develop a true intercultural experience during their time in Barcelona. ISEP's programs in Barcelona also offer benefits above and beyond a typical ISEP program, including a dedicated onsite resident director.
HOUSING
ISEP students are accommodated in Campus del Mar Residence Hall. The residence is in the famous neighborhood of La Barceloneta, within walking distance to the UPF campus. Rooms are double-occupancy and include an en-suite bathroom and a fully equipped kitchen. Bedding packs can be purchased prior to arrival and include a weekly change of sheets and towels.
Meal benefits are not included in this program. Students will be expected to use their own funds for meals and budget accordingly. Students can ask their ISEP Student Services Coordinator for tips, as well as check out ISEP's resources for Budgeting for Study Abroad.
Course Description
Students enroll in 24-30 ECTS per semester, which is generally equivalent to 12-15 U.S. credits. Due to the rigor of the UPF academic program it is recommended that students consider enrolling in 24 ECTS if their home university requirements allow for this option.
Program elective courses and information about Spanish language courses can be viewed below. ISEP highly encourages that students enroll in a Spanish language course during their time in Barcelona.
Fall semester students should view the Spring 2021 courses listed below as an example of future course offerings.
Spring 2021 International Relations Courses:
United Nations: International Peace and Security
Geopolitical games: foreign policy of Russia and China
History and Politics of Globalization
Academics
Other Academic Conditions
Applicants must be in the third or fourth year of their undergraduate degree to attend this program.
Applicants must have a minimum 3.0 GPA at their school of origin.
The program is suitable for students with a strong command of Spanish and for those wishing to take courses only in English, as it includes courses taught in both English and Spanish.
Courses are taught either in Spanish or English. Students who plan to take courses in Spanish must have a minimum of a B2 in the language. Non-native English speakers must demonstrate a minimum of a B2 in English.
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