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History of Art & Cinema
ART 313E History of Spanish Art (in English)
> Program
A survey of major works of art from prehistoric times through the present.
Painting, sculpture and architecture are examined in the context of
their time and place in history. Special attention is given to the art
and culture of Seville. Conducted in English.
ART 323 HISTORY OF SPANISH ART: FROM THE RENAISSANCE
TO THE 20th CENTURY > Program
A survey of major works of art from the renaissance period through the 20th century.
Painting, sculpture and architecture are examined in the context of
their time and place in history. Special attention is given to the art
and culture of Seville. Conducted in Spanish.
ART 330 History of Spanish Cinema during the
Democracy> Program
Spanish cinema undergoes an important transformation following the death
of Franco in 1975 and the ensuing democracy. During these last 30 years,
Spanish cinema has become a stronger player on the European scene and
has gained recognition which was unthinkable only a few decades ago.
This course will analyze the historical evolution of this period as
well as introduce the student to Spanish films up to the present time.
Conducted in Spanish.
Biology
BIO 361 Biochemistry (in English) > Program
A look at the structure of proteins, carbohydrates, and lipids; enzyme
catalysis and principles of metabolism, including glycolysis, the citric
acid cycle, and oxidative phosphorylation. Conducted in English.
ECOL 320 Ecological Systems (in English) >
Program
This course examines ecology and its large scale patterns and processes,
the elements of time and space in the ecosystems, regulatory elements
and the application of ecological principles in solving environmental
problems. Conducted in English.
Business
BUS 325E International Marketing (in English)
> Program
An introduction to international marketing. Topics include analytical
techniques used in international market research, determining prices
and distribution channels in an international context, marketing across
linguistic and cultural borders. Conducted in English.
BUS 325 International Marketing > Program
An introduction to international marketing. Topics include analytical
techniques used in international market research, determining prices
and distribution channels in an international context, marketing across
linguistic and cultural borders. Conducted in Spanish.
BUS 346E International Finance (in English)
> Program
The objective of the course is to introduce the student to the complex
world of international finance. Topics will include the increasing globalization
of financial markets, international and European monetary systems, foreign
exchange markets, direct and indirect international investment. Conducted
in English.
BUS 346 International Finance
> Program
The objective of the course is to introduce the student to the complex
world of international finance. Topics will include the increasing globalization
of financial markets, international and European monetary systems, foreign
exchange markets, direct and indirect international investment. Conducted
in Spanish.
Economics
ECON/POL 321 The European Union (in English)
> Program
The course will analyze the initial motives
behind the creation of the European Community and its subsequent development
into the European Union with a unique institutional structure. There
will be a study of the EU's key common policies - Economic and Monetary
Union, Competition, Agriculture, External Trade etc - and their global
effects; paying special attention to EU-US relations. Conducted in English.
ECON 331 The Global Economy (in English) >
Program
(A previous economics course is recommended)
The course will explore the main debates surrounding the nature, effects
and attempted management of the Global Economy; paying special attention
to the role of international organizations such as the IMF and WTO,
as well as moves towards economic regional integration (EU, NAFTA and
Mercosur). Conducted in English.
ECON 364 The European Economy > Programa
A look at the mechanisms of the European Union, as well as the other
European countries, from the economic perspective in order to understand
the keys behind its actions, community politics and decision-making.
The course will also explore the process of European economic and monetary
integration and analyze Spain´s role in this process. Conducted
in Spanish.
History
HIS 312E History of Spain (in English) >
Program
An overview of Spanish history from Roman times to the modern era: The
Arab invasion and the Christian reconquest, Spain's monarchy, Spain's
society and identity from 1936 to the present. The role of the church,
women, social classes, and nationalism will be discussed. Conducted
in English.
HIS 322 Contemporary History of Spain > Program
The course will present the main historic processes from the 18th century
to the present which have been crucial in shaping present day Spain.
The course will examine the creation of its democracy, the genesis of
the nationalistic problem and the economic articulation of Spain in
the international context Conducted in Spanish.
HIS 340 Ancient and Medieval Spanish History. From Altamira to Isabella 
and Ferdinand (Prehistory to 1500) (Fall Semester Only)> Program
The main goal in this course is to give students an overview of Spain’s history and culture, with special emphasis on events that have marked Andalusia more profoundly from the dawn of history to the sixteenth century. Conducted in English.
HIS 341 Early Modern and Modern Spanish History: From Isabella and Ferdinand to the Euro (1450-the present) (Spring Semester Only)> Program
The main goal of this course is to give students an overview of Spain´s history over the past 500 years, with special emphasis on events that have marked Andalusia more profoundly. Additionally, we will also study and analyze different trends and phenomena of modern day Spain, along with some traditions that still hold in our time. Field trips, projections of slides and videos will all be key elements in this course helping the student to have a clearer perception of each period. Conducted in English.
HIS 360 The Mediterranean World and Spain>
Program
The objective of this course is to investigate the intimate relationship
between the Meditteranean world and Spain during the creation of the
Spanish culture (from pre-history until the Arab invasion). Several
fieldtrips to places of historic interest will be an important part
of this course. Conducted in Spanish.
HIS/SOC 362 Slavery in Latin America and the
Caribbean> Program
The course aims to study the origins of inequality, racial prejudice
and the poverty that a large portion of the Afro American communities
in Latin America and the Caribbean currently live in. It examines how
some cultural patterns of African origin persist: music, clothing and
such religious beliefs as witchcraft and voodoo. It also offers a global
perspective of the phenomenon of slavery, from the introduction of the
first slaves to the abolition of this “peculiar institution”. Conducted
in Spanish.
Literature
LIT 327 Panorama of Latin America Literature 1 (Pre-1820)
(Fall Smester Only)
This course is an overview of Latin American writings from the pre-Hispanic period until the eve of the Independence movements in the 1820s. It includes literary works in poetry and non-fiction, such as the chronicles of conquest. It also features a selection of literary works (including prose, drama, and essay) that have received recognition from specialists and the general reading public for being the most outstanding in Latin America. Conducted in Spanish.
LIT 328 Panorama of Latin America Literature 2 (Post-1820)
(Spring Smester Only) Program
This course is an overview of Latin American writings from the Independence era to the present. It includes literary works in poetry and non-fiction, including novel, short story, poetry, and essay. One major objective is to achieve a knowledge of how these works fit into the framework of Latin America's cultural and intellectual history. Conducted in Spanish.
LIT 370 The Latin American Short Story of the XXth Century
> Program
This course analyzes the beginnings of the short story in Latin America
in the 20th century and its subsequent development, revising the different
styles and literary movements which take place over time and the extraordinary
contribution of women writers to this genre. The complex social, political
and cultural reality will be studied as it is reflected in the Latin
American short story. The stories of Horacio Quiroga, Modernism, “Criollismo”,
Magic Realism and the most recent literary tendencies will be examined.
Conducted in Spanish.
LIT 365 Contemporary Spanish Literature >
Program
This course analyzes Spanish literature of the 19th and 20th centuries
and specifically the literary movements of Romanticism, Modernism, “La
Generación del 98”, “La Generación del 27” and the most current trends
in Spanish literature. Students will study the literary aspects as they
relate to cultural and historic events which influence or have influenced
the various literary trends. Conducted in Spanish.
LIT 371 Women and Literature (XIX-XX centuries)
> Program
(spring semester only)
This course analyzes the role of women in Spanish literature in the
19th and 20th centuries as well as the literary works written specifically
by women during both centuries. The role of women in literature of previous
centuries will be examined. It is mainly during Romantisicm that women
begin to take an active role in literature and by the middle of the
20th century women have the liberty to express themselves and their
vision of reality through the world of fiction. Conducted in Spanish.
LIT 374 Spanish Literature (The Spanish Golden Age. El Quijote) > Program
(Spring Smester Only)
The objective of this course is to study the masterpiece of Spanish Literature: Don Quijote. Cervantes’s novel is considered to be the first modern novel, and its influence in later literary productions is still present in the creative process for most authors. The course will analyze the structural, thematic and stylistic characteristics of the novel, and it will present the study of the novel as a cultural product, so as to present an in depth study of Cervantes’s world. Conducted in Spanish.
Political Science
POL 361 Current Affairs in Latin America: Press
and cinema >
Program
This class aims to promote active class discussion while increasing
the student’s knowledge of the social, political and cultural life of
present-day Latin America. Teaching material will include top stories
from the Latin American press as well as Latin American films. Conducted
in Spanish.
POL 363 U.S.-European Relations Since World
War II >
Program
The objective of this course is to examine first, the tensions which
arose between the states on both sides of the Atlantic following the
defeat of Germany in 1945; and secondly its transformation into economic,
political and military cooperation. This cooperation has assured the
stability of liberal democracies and consolidates the dependence of
the Old Continent on a strengthened United States. Conducted in English.
POL 366 Relations between the U.S. and the Latin
World > Program
(spring semester only)
The objective of the course is to give the student a global perspective
of the relations between the United States, Spain and Latin America
throughout history. The course will also study the series of problems
which have shaped the character of interamerican relations, the mechanisms
of economic integration and its repercussions in the socio-political
sphere. Conducted in Spanish.
POL 372 Contemporary Spanish Politics > Program
This class introduces students to the contemporary Spanish political system. First, we will study the process of the transition to democracy from an authoritarian regime. With the adoption of the new Spanish constitution, we will look at political institutions, political parties, autonomous regions, the monarchy, the Catholic Church, and the military. Special emphasis will be placed on changing socioeconomic factors, nationalism, immigration and terrorism. Conducted in English.
Social Work
SOC 310 Programs Aimed to Fight Poverty and
Social Exclusion in the European Union >
Program(spring
semester only)
A study of the present state of poverty and social exclusion in the
European Union with special emphasis on Spain and Andalusia. The course
looks at social action iniciatives on the individual and group level
and experimental programs and their effectiveness. Conducted in Spanish.
Sociology
SOC 355 Women in Europe >
Program
An exploration of the history of European women and
gender in the modern era, focusing on women's changing roles in the
political, economic, social and intellectual spheres and development
of new visions of the family and sexuality. Conducted in Spanish.
Spanish Culture
SPAN 315E Spanish Civilization & Culture (in
English) > Program
Spain's multicultural civilization from its Roman roots to the "movida"
of post-Franco Spain. Recurrent themes in Spanish national ideology
and culture will be examined: Spain as a crossroads of Christian, Jewish
and Islamic cultures; linguistic and cultural diversity; regionalism
and nationalism; dictatorship and democracy. Conducted in English.
SPAN 315 Spanish Civilization & Culture > Program
Spain's multicultural civilization from its Roman roots to the "movida"
of post-Franco Spain. Recurrent themes in Spanish national ideology
and culture will be examined: Spain as a crossroads of Christian, Jewish
and Islamic cultures; linguistic and cultural diversity; regionalism
and nationalism; dictatorship and democracy. Conducted in Spanish.
SPAN 319E Spanish Culture and History through Film (in English)
(Spring Semester Only)
>Program
The course presents a general introduction to the main aspects of Spanish Culture and History through cinematographic representation in various films. The class covers the main social, political, and economic aspects of Spanish life from the beginning of the twentieth century until today, with special emphasis on current affairs.
SPAN/HIS 346 Medieval Spain: Christians, Jews and
Muslims > Program
The main objective of this course is to the offer a panorama of medieval
Spanish history (711-1492) and bring the student closer to medieval
society and the groups that formed it. The course will examine the medieval
legacy and the importance of the contributions of the Arab and Jewish
cultures to the history of Spain. The student will also study medieval
Seville and the influence of this historic period on its current urban
features. Conducted in Spanish.
SPAN/HIS 361 History of Flamenco: Theory and Practice > Program
This course immerses the student in the world of
Flamenco and its artistic forms beginning with the geographical, historical
and socio-cultural context of its origins. Flamenco´s evolution
into an artistic professional activity is examined by studying the most
well-known Flamenco singers, dancers and guitar players. Musicians from
UPO´s Flamenco music group demonstrate the various forms of Flamenco
during the practical portion of the course. Conducted in Spanish.
Spanish Language
SPAN 101-102 Elementary Spanish (6 hours/week)
> Program
This beginning intensive course is designed for students with very basic
Spanish knowledge. Emphasis is on building oral and written communication
skills and on acquiring knowledge of the Spanish speaking world. Conducted
in Spanish.
SPAN 102 Elementary Spanish > Program
This beginning course is designed for students with some background
in Spanish. Emphasis is on building oral and written communication skills
and on acquiring knowledge of the Spanish speaking world. Conducted
in Spanish.
SPAN 112 Language Laboratory > Program
This 1 credit course is designed to complement the Elementary Spanish
class and aims to improve oral communication skills. Guided conversations
such as role play, theater, etc. will serve to increase language competence.
Sessions in the language laboratory will focus on addressing specific
pronunciation difficulties. Conducted in Spanish./(1.5 Spanish credits)
SPAN 201 Intermediate Spanish I> Program
This course is designed for students who have had two semesters of university-level
Spanish. Emphasis is on expanding vocabulary and building oral and written
communication skills as well as acquiring a greater awareness of the
Spanish-speaking world. Conducted in Spanish.
SPAN 202 Spanish Reading & Composition (intermediate)
> Program
Designed for students who have had two semesters of university-level
Spanish, this course continues developing reading and writing skills
through written reports, compositions and class discussions on assigned
topics and articles. It also reviews more advanced grammar with the
purpose of achieving greater accuracy. Conducted in Spanish.
SPAN 206 Spanish Conversation (intermediate level) > Program
The objective of this class is to develop conversational, comprehension and oral interaction skills for students at the intermediate level with a focus on form to attain fluency and effective communication skills.
SPAN 241 Intermediate Spanish II
> Program
This course is designed for students who have had three semesters of university-level
Spanish. Emphasis is on expanding vocabulary and building oral and written
communication skills as well as acquiring a greater awareness of the
Spanish-speaking world. Conducted in Spanish.
SPAN 311 Advanced Spanish I > Program
This course is designed for students who
have had at least 4 semesters of university-level Spanish. Emphasis is on applying
the skills acquired at the elementary and intermediate levels to further
improve oral and written skills. The methodology applied is communicative
and encompasses assignments which include grammar reviews, cultural
readings on Spain and debates which require use of practical and communicative
vocabulary. Conducted in Spanish.
SPAN 312 Spanish Reading & Composition (advanced)
> Program
Designed for students who have had three semesters of university-level
Spanish, this course continues developing reading and writing skills
through written reports, compositions and class discussions on assigned
topics and articles. It also reviews more advanced grammar with the
purpose of achieving greater accuracy. Conducted in Spanish.
SPAN 336 Spanish Pragmatics and Communication> Program
In this course we will apply basic concepts in pragmatics to verbal and non-verbal communicative acts in Spanish; we will also study related aspects in politeness and miscommunication using Spanish.
SPAN 351 Advanced Spanish II > Program
This course is designed for students who have had more than 4 semesters
of university-level Spanish. The course focuses on written and oral
expression of Spanish through compositions, oral reports and class discussions.
Material for discussion includes literary texts as well as topics of
general interest. Emphasis is on interactive language use, vocabulary
expansion, and accuracy of expression. Conducted in Spanish.
SPAN 376 Spanish for Business > Program
In this course, students learn the vocabulary and concepts used in oral
and written transactions in the business world. Emphasis is placed on
increasing vocabulary and using Spanish business terminology in commercial
correspondence including letters, job descriptions, advertisements,
bank documents, etc. Cultural differences which affect the way business
is conducted in Spain and in the U.S. will also be briefly explored.
Conducted in Spanish.
SPAN 378 Spanish Phonetics & Phonology >
Program
This course examines the sound system of Spanish and concentrates on
improving pronunciation. Emphasis will be placed on the peculiarities
of Andalusian Spanish and classwork will include transcriptions and
intonation exercises. Conducted in Spanish.
SPAN 381 Spanish- English / English-Spanish Translation > Program
This course provides an introduction to translation from Spanish to
English and English to Spanish. Particular attention is given to the
linguistic issues involved in translation. Short literary works as well
as articles will be translated into English as homework assignments.
Special emphasis will be placed on Spanish idioms and their translation.
Conducted primarily in Spanish.
SPAN 382 Spanish-English/English-Spanish Interpretation techniques
(spring semester only) > Program
This course introduces students to basic theories and modalities of interpreting and provides them training in interpretation techniques from Spanish into English and viceversa in the fields of tourism, health and the judicial system. The course is for students with an advanced level of Spanish and is very practical in nature. Conducted primarily in Spanish.
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