Course Code: SPA101S, Units: 3, The aim of this course is to provide the students with the necessary linguistic tools for interaction in Spanish in real-life situations, allowing them to understand and use common everyday expressions, form simple sentences, introduce themselves and others, give and ask for basic personal information and establish basic social ties. This course is established in an A2 according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages. For a longer course description, click here. Subject Areas: Grammar, Linguistics, Modern Languages, Spanish.

Course Code: SPA104S, Units: 3, The objective of this course is for students to learn how to deal with everyday situations in Spanish. For a longer course description, click here. Subject Areas: Grammar, Linguistics, Modern Languages, Spanish.

Course Code: SPA201S, Units: 3, This course aims to provide the student with the necessary linguistic tools to face real-life Spanish situations independently, and to describe experiences, events, wishes, as well as their opinion or future plans. Understanding the main gist of texts in standard Spanish about situations in the work place, study place or free time and being able to write simple but coherent texts about familiar topics. At the end of the course, the students will reach a B1 level in the Common European Framework of References for Languages. For a longer course description, click here. Subject Areas: Grammar, Linguistics, Modern Languages, Spanish.

Course Code: SPA205S, Units: 3, The objective of this course is for students to interact like they would in real-world situations. Through a communicative methodology, we will put into practice the four skills: oral expression, written expression, listening compression and reading. For a longer course description, click here. Subject Areas: Grammar, Linguistics, Modern Languages, Spanish.

Course Code: SPA300S, Units: 3, (Spanish) El objetivo de este curso es desarrollar la competencia comunicativa del estudiante para que interactúe lingüísticamente de manera apropiada en diferentes situaciones de comunicación, tanto en forma oral como escrita y en diferentes registros. Para ello se trabajará en el aula la competencia lingüística (gramática, léxico y ortografía) adecuada a la situación comunicativa y siempre que sea posible teniendo en cuenta el contexto cultural. Asimismo se hará hincapié en el desarrollo de la competencia estratégica. El nivel del curso está establecido en un B2 en la escala del Marco Común Europeo de Referencia para las Lenguas (MCER). For a longer course description, click here. Subject Areas: Grammar, Linguistics, Modern Languages, Spanish.

Course Code: SPA325S, Units 3, The objective of this course is for the student to become familiar with contemporary Spanish culture taking the various political, economic and social crosscurrents into account that have contributed to its development throughout the twentieth century. This course requires that students complete various workshops and activities with practical application intended to broaden their understanding of the cultural panorama of contemporary Spanish society. For a longer course description, click here. Subject Areas: Spanish Culture.

Course Code: SPA355S, Units: 3, In this course students will improve their comprehension of business Spanish and will also enrich their business vocabulary. Focus will be placed in large part on developing oral communication skills, although other skills will be touched upon as well. For a longer course description, click here. Subject Areas: Spanish Language & Literature.

Course Code: SPA350S, Units: 3, This course will analyse contemporary Spanish Cinema as a cultural and artistic expression and will help to understand better the complex reality of Spain. For a longer course description, click here. Subject Areas: Film Studies, Spanish Culture.

Course Code: SPA360S, Units: 3, Throughout the 45 contact hours of this course, we will examine the most important literary movements of Spanish literature and study the most important authors. By reading and analyzing excerpts of the most important works, we will seek to obtain a more complete understanding of the body of Spanish literature. For a longer course description, click here. Subject Areas: Literature, Spanish Culture.

Course Code: SPA302S, Units: 3, (Spanish) El objetivo de este curso es dotar al alumno/a del instrumental necesario para afianzar lo aprendido y seguir progresando en el conocimiento del español. Cada unidad a través de diversos objetivos comunicativos, busca un equilibrio entre las destrezas orales y escritas (comprensión-expresión oral, comprensión-expresión escrita) a la vez que se pretenden potenciar otras destrezas tales la competencia estratégica o sociocultural del estudiante. For a longer course description, click here. Subject Areas: Grammar, Linguistics, Modern Languages, Spanish.

Course Code: ART/CUL330E, Units: 3, Within a historical-cultural framework, this course introduces students to Andalusia and its people, and explores both artistic expression within Andalusia and Andalusia as a source of artistic inspiration. Contributions of early civilizations to the formation of Andalusian culture will be explored in relation to the evolution of creative expression. Students shall study various architectural masterpieces of Andalusia (the Alhambra of Granada, the Mezquita of Córdoba, and the Giralda and Real Alcázar of Seville), selections of literary works that reflect Andalusia and its cultural richness (poetry of Al-Andalus, Tales of the Alhambra, poetry of Antonio Machado, Bécquer and García Lorca, Don Juan Tenorio) and flamenco music and dance. Visual arts as reflections of Andalusia’s past and present shall also be considered (sculptural fragments from Itálica, paintings of García Ramos, Bilbao Martínez, Bacarisas, etc.). To complement the coursework students shall visit related sites within Seville. For a longer course description, click here. Subject Areas: Art History.

Course Code: HIS320E, Units: 3, This course will help students to understand current events in Spain as well as the idiosyncrasy of the Spanish people through the study of Spain’s most recent history (from the Napoleonic invasion to the economic crisis today). In order to make the learning experience closer to reality, some of the documents used in class are primary sources (speeches, declarations, laws passed, excerpts from newspapers, videos, films, etc.). For a longer course description, click here. Subject Areas: European Studies, History, Spanish Culture.

Course Code: CUL/HIS325E, Units: 3, This course will analyze the period of coexistence among the three religions and how this situation was crucial in the creation not only of the Medieval Kingdoms but also of the modern nation of Spain. Historic, artistic, politic, economic, religious, musical and even gastronomical parameters will be used for a better understanding of Al-Andalus from both a theoretical and daily life perspective. The course will also focus on the present situation to comprehend the multicultural complexity of Al-Andalus society. For a longer course description, click here. Subject Areas: International Studies, Religion, Spanish Culture.

Course Code: CUL360E, Units: 3, Flamenco today encompasses such a broad spectrum of sounds and influences that it’s difficult for someone approaching it for the first time to tell what is old or new, or, what flamenco is in the first place. Meanwhile, musicians, dancers and singers from around the world are embracing this art form as a means of expression. This course aims to inspire interest in all aspects of this art form: singing, dancing and guitar! For a longer course description, click here. Subject Areas: Spanish Culture.

Course Code: ART240E, Units: 3, This course consists of theory and practice outside the classroom: taking photos not only of architecture all over Seville but also of distinctive features of the city from a social and anthropological perspective. The course will also include an introduction to the history of photography and to the history of architectural photography in particular. For a longer course description, click here. Subject Areas: Photography, Visual Arts.

Course Code: CUL355EUnits: 3, A survey course, this class provides students with an understanding of the evolution of art and architecture within Spain (the Peninsula) throughout the centuries, in relation to both the development of Western Art overall, and the particular socio-cultural and historical realities in which the studied creative manifestations are created. The artistic contributions of early civilizations to Spanish art and architecture shall be considered, along with that of internationally reputed artists and architects such as Velázquez, Goya, Picasso, Dalí, Gaudí, and Calatrava. Site visits throughout Seville will allow students to further explore the relationship between art/architecture and Sevillian history and culture. For a longer course description, click here. Subject Areas: Architecture, Art History.

Course Code: CUL355E Units: 3, This course employs a cultural anthropological approach to the study of modern day Spain with a particular focus on Andalusia, the diversity of its peoples, and the challenges that they face. It shall analyze the evolution of Spanish culture and values in the 21st century through the examination of some of the complexities/concerns that qualify current Andalusia reality (and that of Spain overall) including social integration, education, gender relations, migration, unemployment and housing. For a longer course description, click here. Subject Areas: Service-Learning, Spanish Culture.

Course Code: EDU320E, Units: 3, This course examines the impact of age, gender, race, ethnicity, origin, social class, religion, language and other aspects of social identity on the teaching / learning process. Migration flows have turned any classroom into a meeting point of cultures. Students will make a key practical approach in their professional development. For a longer course description, click here. Subject Areas: Education, Multicultural Studies.

Course Code: PSY255E, Units: 3, This course is designed to offer a comprehensive view of Social Psychology and its most important phenomena, examining them from theoretical basis as well as in our daily lives. To combine these two different perspectives in our classes we will complement the theoretical dimension with materials such as films, scientific articles, visits, conferences or project presentations. The dynamics in class will apply educational strategies to foster students’ participation and involvement in their process of learning. Seeking to promote this, expositive lessons will be combined with students’ presentations. For a longer course description, click here. Subject Areas: Psychology.

Course Code: ECO340E, Units: 3, The 20-21th Centuries can be described as a period of rapid and sometimes revolutionary developments in several areas of the social world, especially in the economic sphere, which can be traced back to the industrial revolution. Regarding the economic systems, it is possible to differentiate between the changes in ideas (theoretical) from the changes at the practical level (reality). This course will analyze the main economic systems, taking into consideration their historical background and theoretical underpinning, along with how they function in the real world and how they differ/interact with one another. Developing nations and the impact of BRICs countries in the world economy will be also researched. For a longer course description, click here. Subject Areas: Economics, International Economics.

Course Code: ECO/POL330E, Units: 3o the common visitor, Europe is an inviting region for tourism, splendid museums and age-old monuments plus great restaurants. This course will introduce students to a different side of Europe: one that encompasses its tragic and contentious history; defined by 2.000 years of bloodshed, war and genocide that culminated in two of the most devastating wars that humanity has ever seen. We will examine how Europe rose up from the ashes of war to build a highly emulated political structure, along with the origins of the European Single Market and the single-currency monetary system (the euro). We will examine the Brexit endgame (due last Spring), and also focus on the current migration and political crisis of the EU, and its new political dynamics, defined by the rise of anti-EU populist parties across the continent. For a longer course description, click here. Subject Areas: Economics, International Economics, International Politics, Political Science.

Course Code: ECO310E, Units: 3, The course analyses the global economic and political scene and its major players: the new rising powers, i.e. Brazil, Russia, India and China and their relationship with the established power centers: Europe, USA and Japan. For a longer course description, click here. Subject Areas: Economics, International Economics.

Course Code: BUS/CS230E, Units: 3, Managing and analyzing data have always offered the greatest benefits and also challenges for small to large organizations in all industries. Businesses have always struggled with finding the right approach to capture information about their customer, products and services. As companies and the markets in which they operate have grown complicated, companies added more product lines and diversified how they deliver these products in order to survive or to be competitive. All this required information and with the advent of technology and the emergence of new sources of information, such as social media and click-stream data generated from website interaction, the volume of data has increased exponentially. Big data is becoming one of the most important technology trends that has the potential for dramatically changing the way organizations use information to enhance the customer experience and transform their business models. How does a company go about using data to the best advantage? What does it mean to transform massive amounts of data into knowledge? This course will introduce you to the concept of Big Data we provide you with insights into how technology transitions in software, hardware, and delivery models are changing the way that data can be used in new ways and how business can create value from its adoption. For a longer course description, click here. Subject Areas: Business, Computer Engineering, Computer Info Systems, Information Sciences, Information Technologies.

Course Code: POL360E, Units: 3, After taking this course, students should have acquired a basic theoretical knowledge of the common traits (related to economics, sociology, communication and politics) behind new social movements. Students will also have a better understanding of the national and cultural differences of social movements, combined with a practical understanding of how these movements function and develop. All of this placed in the historical context of 25 years of globalization, frequent and intense financial crises, increasing inequality within countries, a new global economic balance with new emerging economies, a rising global middle class, shaky democracies and a failing international governance system. For a longer course description, click here. Subject Areas: International Affairs, International Relations.

Course Code: HSC380E, Units: 3, This course describes and contrasts systems and models of health policies worldwide. Students will gain insights from political, economic and cultural perspectives. For a longer course description, click here. Subject Areas: Health Science.

Course Code: HSC250E, Units: 3, Studying nutrition from the anthropological perspective provides a comprehensive framework used to compare differences in the field of food and nutrition. Why does one eat what they eat in certain places and why is it cooked the way it is? After this introduction, the course progresses to the Mediterranean diet with attention to tradition, ingredients, preparation, and presentation techniques in various cuisines. The course examines the evolution of eating habits, the nutrients that must be present in healthy and balanced food, nutritional diseases in the past and the present, food security, education initiatives and awareness in the field of food, and the impact on the public health system. Students in this course have the opportunity to carry out research. Students will be encouraged to submit their research for digital publication in a professional journal of international scope. Students will gain insights from political, economic and cultural perspectives. For a longer course description, click here. Subject Areas: Nutrition and Food Science.

Course Code: BUS330E, Units: 3, This course is designed to help students understand different values and behaviors in our increasingly multicultural workplace. Throughout the course, theories related to intercultural management will be analyzed and applied to assignments and case studies. Learning the real impact of culture, along with effective management techniques in an international business environment, will prove to be an asset for students in their future business and academic endeavors. For a longer course description, click here. Subject Areas: Intercultural Management, International Management, International Studies.

Course Code: BUS320E, Units: 3, There is no longer any such thing as a purely national economy. The rest of the world is just too big to ignore, either as a market or as a competitor. The global economy is becoming ever more closely integrated - a process usually referred to as globalization. Cross-border trade and investment have continued to increase through the 1990s. Yet, differences in economic, political and socio-cultural environments around the world challenge managers with opportunities and risks. As new communication technologies and global migration are bringing diverse people closer together, debates about cultural identity and differences are becoming more prominent than ever. To help students understand the intricacy of the global economy, learning objectives of this course are: (1) to understand the current important trade and investment trends (2) to develop the ability to comprehend international economic and financial issues (3) to understand the role of cultural differences that affect international businesses (4) to learn how the foreign exchange market works and to understand the role of the global monetary system (5) to examine MNCs' strategies and behaviors to enhance competitiveness in the areas of manufacturing, marketing, and human resource management. For a longer course description, click here. Subject Areas: Business, International Business, International Studies.

Course Code: FIN340E, Units: 3, The scope and content of international finance have been fast evolving due to deregulation of financial markets, product innovations, and technological advancements. As capital markets of the world are becoming more integrated, a solid understanding of international finance has become essential for astute corporate decision making. The reflection and growth in importance of international finance as a discipline can be seen in the sharp increase in the demand for experts in this area, both in the corporate and academic spheres. For a longer course description, click here. Subject Areas: Finance, International Studies.

Course Code: BUS340E, Units: 3, This course introduces and enables students to understand the complex issues involved in commercial operations in international markets. In order to reach this aim, the course will study the different dimensions of international marketing. Special attention will be paid to the influence of cultural differences. Students will be provided the relevant material for each unit. For a longer course description, click here. Subject Areas: International Marketing, International Studies, Marketing.

Course Code: BUS340E, Units: 3, This course is intended to provide an introduction to international relations and politics. It seeks to familiarize students with the basic language, concepts and theoretical approaches to the subject and to offer a framework for the analysis and understanding of contemporary international affairs. After analysing the inherent difficulties of maintaining good relations at local and international level, students will examine the evolution of the international system in the 20th century, the Cold War, and the changing balance of power following the disintegration of the USSR. Special attention will be paid to the role of the US in the world, the methods and motives of international intervention, the duties of the major powers towards developing countries and the response to the threat of international terrorism. Contemporary international conflicts will be analysed and the effectiveness of international organizations in dealing with them will be assessed. For a longer course description, click here. Subject Areas: International Relations, International Studies.

Course Code: ECO370E, Units: 3, This course provides basic knowledge of relevant facts and concepts to help students understand the importance of international trade in the globalized world of the XXI century. We will focus on economic globalization, finance, trade and investment, intellectual property, information flows, and the Internet - its functioning and its consequences. The course will show how international law and institutions provide the indispensable framework to manage globalization. After the course, the student should be able to read and watch the news on current events regarding globalization and its main dimensions and issues, and have a good understanding of their legal underpinnings. For a longer course description, click here. Subject Areas: Economics, International Trade.

Course Code: POL/CUL350E, Units: 3, This course aims to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of key concepts, themes and issues that have shaped the Middle East, a region with a rich and complex history made up of several cultures. The main objective of the course is to introduce the area through an interdisciplinary approach that will reflect its internal diversity and dynamics, combining academic readings, journalistic accounts, films and audio-visual aids that cover politics, religion, culture, conflicts, gender and sociology. It is designed to help contextualize current trends and identify various interpretative frameworks. For a longer course description, click here. Subject Areas: International Affairs, International Relations, International Studies, Political Science.

Course Code: POL350E, Units: 3, The terrorist attacks on the World Trade Center in New York and The Pentagon in Washington DC on September 11th 2001 were a defining moment in recent history. Nevertheless, terrorism has been around much longer. This course will examine the history and definitions of terrorism from a global perspective to allow the student to get a very broad view of this major topic. For a longer course description, click here. Subject Areas: Intelligence Studies, International Affairs, International Politics, International Relations, International Studies, Peace and Conflict.

Course Code: COMM240E, Units: 3, Social networks have represented a revolution over the past few years, a space where companies and users meet and interact. Nowadays, the market is also a topic in online conversations. Companies, institutions and even individuals are offering spaces where their followers can express their opinion about the products, services and about the company, institution or NGO itself. Interaction has become an essential part of a transparent image. Listening to and responding to users is a crucial part of this process. Social networks are gaining more and more ground and developing a proper strategy, encouraging participation, responding appropriately and spreading a positive opinion. For a longer course description, click here. Subject Areas: Communication, Computer Info Systems, Information Technologies, Marketing, Mass Communications, Telecommunications.

Course Code: COMM/ART350E, Units: 3, This course on European Cinema has a broad geographic scope. It offers students an understanding of European culture, society, politics and history through the medium of cinematographic expressions. The aim of this course is to understand European identity and the composition of Europe in the 21st century through its cinema. The course will make the students aware that the diversity of Europe is based on a cultural, social, political and historical heterogeneity. For a longer course description, click here. Subject Areas: European Studies, Film Studies.

Course Code: POL/ANTH355E, Units: 3, This course explores the theme of immigration, combining an anthropological perspective that causes and trends and links those trends with political decisions, policies and governments. By comparing the scenario in Europe and in the USA, students shall gain a general understanding of recent migration trends, causes, and the overall socio-cultural, political and economic impact of these movements. The responses of political bodies to this demographic evolution shall be studied along with the effects of emigration on the countries of origin. For a longer course description, click here. Subject Areas: Anthropology, European Studies, History, Indigenous Studies, Race Studies.

Course Code: BUS225E, Units: 3, The main objective of the course is to introduce the International Business of Sport through an interdisciplinary approach that enters the area from the perspective of business, management, sociology and psychology. This course explains in a practice-based way the process of professionalization and commercialization as well as the uniqueness of managing athletes. Classes will be lecture-based, but active learning and participation will be encouraged through weekly cases, field trips and the possibility of a part time internship. For a longer course description, click here. Subject Areas: Business, Business Administration, Sports Management.