History, Politics & International Studies

Madrid, Spain
History, Politics & International Studies

About the Program

Delve into the interconnectedness of politics, economics and history at a global level. With the rise of nationalism around the world, it’s increasingly important to develop an understanding of the nature of interactions amongst people, cultures, and countries on a global scale.  With courses available in these areas and more, you’ll study these important topics alongside Spanish and international students on the Getafe Campus at the Universidad de Carlos III de Madrid. 

Requirements

Overview

Location:

Madrid

Dates:

1/19/23 - 6/3/23

Price:

$16,495

Credits:

12 - 15

Deadlines

Apply By:

Closed

Withdraw By:

11/2/22

Requirements

$95 Online Application Fee
Complete Application
Transcript - Unofficial

Eligibility

Foreign Language Proficiency:

All Levels

Minimum GPA:

2.5

Education
Completed:

1 Year of College

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Where You'll Study

Universidad Carlos III de Madrid

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12-15

Credits

Program Structure & Courses

You will enroll in 4-5 courses at Universidad Carlos III de Madrid (UC3M).  All courses are taught by Spanish faculty, but classes are taught in English. The Spanish culture courses are taught only to international students while all other university courses include both international and Spanish students. If you are at a High Intermediate level of Spanish or above you have the option to take courses in Spanish. Please contact a CEA CAPA Student Advisor for more information.

All courses meet for 42 contact hours/3 US semester credits*.  Students may earn up to 12-15 credits (up to 210 contact hours).  Courses may meet in the morning or afternoon, Monday-Friday.  Active learning components required by your courses may be scheduled for Fridays.

*UC3M awards credits based on the ECTS system and the majority of UC3M courses are awarded 6 ECTS credits. CEA CAPA recommends 3 U.S. semester credit hours for each 6 ECTS course. These credit hour recommendations are based on the following conversion: 2 ECTS credits equals 1 U.S. semester credit.  Some UC3M courses may award 3 ECTS credits (1.5 US semester credits recommended).  ECTS credits for each course are reflected on the course syllabus. Students are required to enroll in a minimum of 24 ECTS credits (12 US semester credits) to comply with the program requirements. Please check with your home institution advisor regarding course transferability and credit hour conversion.

Prior to departure, you will select your preferred courses. You will be enrolled into courses based on their availability. It is in your best interest to have multiple alternative courses approved by your home university prior to your departure due to course availabilities. Please consult with your academic advisor at your home university on credit pre-approval guidelines.

Students receive a transcript from Universidad de Carlos III de Madrid upon completion of their program.

All Levels Course Structure

Courses

The following courses have been confirmed for this term. Please note, the host institution reserves the right to cancel or change courses without prior notification.

*Courses with an asterisk indicate that the course has been associated with multiple subject areas.
Please click on the course title to view additional subject areas and detailed course information.

Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Accounting for Financial Instruments 400 En 42 3
Accounting Introduction 100 En 42 3
Financial Accounting * 300, 400 En 42 3
Financial Accounting II * 200 En 42 3
Fixed Income and Derivatives * 200 En 42 3
Management Accounting * 200 En 42 3
Positive Accounting Theory * 300, 400 En 42 3
Principles of Accounting 100 En 42 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Advertising and Communication * 100 En 42 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Spanish Art Masters in Madrid Museums * 200 En 42 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
American Cinema 300, 400 En 20 1.5
Camera Directing 300, 400 En 20 1.5
Contemporary Artistic Movements 300, 400 En 20 1.5
Documentary and Report 300 En 42 3
European Cinema 300, 400 En 20 1.5
Film Criticism 300, 400 En 20 1.5
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Asset Valuation * 300, 400 En 42 3
Computer Applications in Finance 400 En 42 3
Corporate Financial Strategy 300 En 42 3
Country Report and Risk Assessment 400 En 42 3
Digital Finances 300, 400 En 42 3
Financial Management * 200, 300 En 42 3
Financial Risk Management 300 En 42 3
Financial Statement Analysis 300, 400 En 42 3
International Finance 300, 400 En 42 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Gender Studies 400 En 42 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Global Environmental Challenges * 400 En 42 3
Globalization and Society 100 En 42 3
International Organizations * 300, 400 En 42 3
Political and Social History * 200 En 42 3
World Politics 100 En 42 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
History of the World Economy * 100 En 42 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Current Tendencies in Literary Studies 200 Sp 42 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Multidisciplinary Research Design in Social Sciences 200 En 42 3
Security, Peace and Conflicts Resolution * 200 En 42 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Commercial Law 200 En 42 3
Labour Law and Social Security 300, 400 En 42 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Digital Human Resources 300, 400 En 42 3
Management Control 300 En 42 3
Marketing Management * 300 En 42 3
Planning & Control Management 300, 400 En 42 3
Technology Management 300, 400 En 42 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Digital Marketing 200, 300 En 42 3
Financial and Service Marketing * 300, 400 En 42 3
Markets Research 300, 400 En 42 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Logic and Argumentation 200 En 42 3
Philosophy in History and Culture 100 En 42 3
Social Discourse Analysis 300 En 42 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Media Psychology * 100 En 42 3
Social Psychology 400 En 42 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Spanish Language: Beginner Level 100 Sp 42 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Supply Chain Management * 300, 400 En 42 3

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Where You'll Stay

*Housing options may change and will be confirmed on the housing application form prior to the start of the term. Below are the housing options that have been offered in the past.

Excursions

Get out and explore! Excursions are offered for most semester, year, and summer programs. Semester students are typically offered between two to three excursions and summer study students are typically offered between one to two excursions. You'll receive a calendar of excursions during orientation; here are a few day and overnight excursions we've offered in the past.

What's Included in your Program

From housing to excursions, our programs include a variety of inclusions to enhance your study abroad experience! Here are examples that may be available in Madrid. Inclusions vary by program – please contact our Enrollment and Advising team to find out what options are available for you.

  • Personalized Pre-Departure Advising
  • Visa & Immigration Advising
  • Financial Advising
  • Tuition and Registration
  • Airport Pick-up
  • Onsite Orientation
  • City Tour
  • Onsite Staff Support
  • 24/7 Emergency Assistance
  • Travel Medical Insurance
  • International Emergency Service Support
  • Welcome & Farewell Events
  • Centrally Located Housing
  • Wellness Activities
  • Cultural Engagement
  • Language Exchanges
  • Volunteer Opportunities
  • Excursions
  • Student Clubs & Organizations
  • Host Institution Services & Amenities
  • Career & Re-entry Workshop
  • Official Transcript(s)

Sample Calendar

Below is a tentative itinerary for your program. Please note, dates and events below may change without prior notification. Contact CEA CAPA before purchasing airline tickets.

You will receive a finalized itinerary once you arrive onsite.

Note: Additional cultural activities/excursions or required course-related activities may be incorporated into your final itinerary. You are advised not to make personal travel arrangements until you have the final dates.

Date Description
January 19
Arrival/Program Begins

Official Program Start Date. Students must arrive at the Adolfo Suárez Madrid Barajas Airport on this date in order to be eligible for airport pickup. Students will then be transferred to their assigned housing.

January 20 - 25
Orientation

Mandatory CEA Program and Academic Orientation will be held.

January 30
Classes Begin

Classes begin at UC3M on this day.

May 12
Classes End

This is the last day of classes at UC3M.

May 15 - June 02
Final Exams

Final exams will be held at UC3M.

June 03
Program Ends/Move-Out

Official Program End Date. Students must move out of housing no later than this day.

Sample Budget

This budget contains costs that you can take to your financial aid office. Please note that amounts may fluctuate; we've included a range of costs.

Federal law allows the use of financial aid to cover "reasonable" costs of study abroad including round-trip transportation, tuition and fees for the program, living costs, passport and visa fees, health insurance, and more.

Please note that all costs and charges listed below are subject to change without notice. With the exception of Program Price, all costs are estimates and may vary.

Description Low-Cost High-Cost
Program Fee
Tuition and fees, registration, orientation, airport pickup, welcome and farewell receptions, housing, official transcript, cultural excursions/activities, student support services, CEA On-site Staff and administrative costs.
$16,495
$16,495
CEA Secure
CEASecure™ is an optional refund plan that allows students to withdraw for any covered reason up to one week before the program’s start date
$0
$475
International Airfare & Transfers
Cost varies depending on time of purchase, point of origin and time of travel.
$800
$1,400
Immigration Requirements
Includes passport and additional requirements such as visa, entry and exit fees, French Carte de Séjour, French University Administrative Fee (if applicable), or Italian Permesso di Soggiorno.
$345
$345
Books, Materials and Supplies
Includes books, school supplies, art supplies, and course fees. Does not include fees or supplies for optional courses. This cost varies depending on the course choices of the student.
$420
$840
Meals

Includes the average expected cost for meals in housing option without a meal plan, such as daily groceries and eating out at restaurants. 
$945
$2,520
Personal Expenses
Includes telephone, laundry, local transportation, personal necessities and upfront payments for potential doctor visits. Please note, certain locations may require deposits to secure spots in CEA organized activities and excursions (deposits are returned at the end of the program if student attends activities/excursions or cancels participation before set deadlines). Some of these costs vary according to the spending habits of the student.
$1,260
$2,520
Travel Expenses
Includes additional travel outside of CEA excursions. This cost varies according to the spending habits of the student.
$1,260
$1,890
TOTAL EXPENSES $21,525 $26,485