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Culture and Society in Present-Day Spain
Advanced Spanish Language & Culture Program
Seville, Spain
Dates: early Sep 2025 - late May 2026
Culture and Society in Present-Day Spain
OVERVIEW
CEA CAPA Partner Institution: University of Seville
Location: Seville, Spain
Primary Subject Area: Sociology
Other Subject Area: Spanish Language & Literature, Anthropology, Cultural Studies
Instruction in: Spanish
Course Code: GA-01
Transcript Source: Partner Institution
Course Details: Level 300
Recommended Semester Credits: 3
Contact Hours: 45
Prerequisites: Intended for students at the High Intermediate language level or above.
DESCRIPTION
This course is designed to explore Spain's culture as it has been influenced by its diversity. Topics covered will include national culture, ethnocentrism and the differences between the urban and rural populations; an analysis of cultural areas, Spain's social structure, the Church in Spain, popular fiestas, gender issues, folklore and Spain's relationship with the rest of Europe. The class will combine class discussion with lectures. Students will also write their personal analysis on bibliographic texts used in class.