PRESHCO: Study Abroad in Córdoba, Spain
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- Hosted at: University of Cordoba
- Location(s): Cordoba, Spain
- Program Type(s): Study Abroad, Volunteer
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PRESHCO (Programa de Estudios Hispánicos en Córdoba) will provide you with opportunities to develop your knowledge of Spanish language, literature, and culture in one of the most picturesque and historically diverse cities in Spain. You will be en... read more
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I learned that everyone abroad is very knowledgeable about global politics, languages, and I hope the US is too. A student - Wellesley College View Entire Review
I feel much more adaptable and comfortable traveling and living in new places now. A host family is a very unique experience but once I was comfortable with my host mom I did find it was the best way to improve my Spanish. A student - Wellesley College View Entire Review
Made friends, learned a lot, connected with locals. Was worthwhile A student - Wellesley College View Entire Review
I learned so much about Spanish culture and was able to improve my language skills a lot, so it was worthwhile A student - Wellesley College View Entire Review
I gained invaluable language skills and new friends through the program- it was extremely worthwhile! Finley T - Wellesley College View Entire Review
Improved my Spanish skills a lot, learn about other cultures. It was incredibly worthwhile A student - Wellesley College View Entire Review
I gained some lovely friends and got to see the world!!! Unfortunately, I can say I had a bad experience with PRESHCO but loved everything I got to see and experience. Maya E - Wellesley College View Entire Review
I improved my Spanish language skills, I felt immersed in a culture that was new to me, I learned how to deal with challenging and uncomfortable situations Caroline W - Wellesley College View Entire Review
I learned a lot about myself; how I handle traveling, how I handle loneliness, and living mostly by myself in a foreign country. I gained some confidence in my language skills and my ability to navigate in unfamiliar environments. It was definitely worthwhile. A student - Wellesley College View Entire Review
It was definitely worthwhile, and I gained many skills in Spanish and cultural immersion A student - Wellesley College View Entire Review
I gained a new sense of self while abroad. It had been years since I had taken a pure history course and I have never been so far from home for so long. While it was a challenge at times to constantly have to introduce myself to new people in my second language, I was able to learn so much more about myself in the process. I fee... Emily R - Wellesley College View Entire Review
Mostly improved my speaking confidence in Spanish. Yes, it was worthwhile. A student - Wellesley College View Entire Review
Primarily, I grew as a Spanish speaker and this alone made the experience worthwhile. I also became more integrated into Spanish culture and my best experience here was learning to make salmorejo and tortilla de patatas from one of my friends' grandparents. A student - Wellesley College View Entire Review
The most obvious learning done is that I'm now fluent in Spanish! But aside from that, I feel more independent and confident than I ever have in my life - going to a foreign place and creating a community from scratch is one of the most worthwhile things a person can do A student - Wellesley College View Entire Review
My study abroad experience in Spain was incredibly rewarding. Although I’m a native Spanish speaker and didn’t face language barriers, I gained a much deeper understanding of regional cultural nuances, local customs, and the day-to-day lifestyle in Spain. It also gave me the chance to connect with students from around the world,... A student - Wellesley College View Entire Review
It was extremely worthwhile. I learned so so so much and really improved my spanish A student - Wellesley College View Entire Review
I learned what it is like to navigate a foreign country. Katherine T - Wellesley College View Entire Review
I traveled and learned so much about Europe. It was worth it. A student - Wellesley College View Entire Review
I think my perspective about other subjects changed. It was very worthwhile. Additionally, just the other people I met changed my ideas about friendship and other values. Rachel C - Wellesley College View Entire Review
I feel like I gained more independence and confidence. I also learned a lot about Spanish culture. It was definitely worthwhile A student - Wellesley College View Entire Review
It was worthwhile. I found the classes at UCO to be challenging and lacking necessary support. As a A student, I am worried about not passing a class. My favorite part, truthfully, was solo traveling and exploring around Europe. Katie P - Wellesley College View Entire Review
My ability to speak Spanish improved drastically. Kaija K - Wellesley College View Entire Review
I improved my Spanish speaking skills and built independence and perspective. I made friends and saw new and beautiful things! It was worthwhile. A student - Wellesley College View Entire Review
I learned so much about Spanish culture and history and politics. I found it very worthwhile and my language skills improved immensely. A student - Wellesley College View Entire Review
I greatly improved my Spanish language skills, and I also improved my self-confidence as part of interacting in my second language. It was worthwhile. A student - Wellesley College View Entire Review
About
PRESHCO (Programa de Estudios Hispánicos en Córdoba) will provide you with opportunities to develop your knowledge of Spanish language, literature, and culture in one of the most picturesque and historically diverse cities in Spain. You will be engaged through your coursework, site visits, excursions, conversation partners, cultural program, and homestay. Options to volunteer or intern, participate in sports, cooking, and studio and performing arts will further integrate you into the local culture and enhance your Spanish. The program’s comprehensive program fee leaves nothing out and even includes airfare and a $500 cultural reimbursement fund.
Program Type(s):
Study AbroadVolunteer
Program Length(s):
- Fall
- Spring
- Academic Year
Instruction Language(s):
- Spanish
Language Requirement(s):
- Spanish
Relevant Study Subject(s):
- Agriculture Business, Agricultural Management
- Latin American Studies
- Near Eastern Studies, Middle Eastern Studies
- Spanish and Iberian Studies
- Computer and Information Sciences
- Education
- Linguistics
- Spanish Language, Literature
- Legal Studies
- Literature
- Liberal Arts, General Studies
- Interdisciplinary Studies
- Natural Sciences
- Global Studies
- Cultural Studies
- Anthropology
- Economics
- International Relations
- Political Science and Government
- Sociology
- Drama, Theater, Theatre Arts
- Film, Video, Photographic Arts
- Fine Arts, Studio Arts
- Business Administration and Management
- History
Minimum GPA:
2.8Year Founded:
1981Website
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PRESHCO Scholarships
PRESHCO offers students the opportunity to work in a laboratory at the University of Cordoba during the summer. The scholarship is available only to students who have been in Spain with PRESHCO for either semester of the year preceding the summer.
$2500 per student for summer support
Deadlines:
March 15 for any given summer
Guidelines/Requirements:
Students should write a letter expressing interest in a particular lab, and their qualifications for the position, to be submitted to the Resident Director in Cordoba at a date announced.
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