Study and Travel—Summer 2008

Politics and Democracy in Spain
July 2-14, 2008

This summer, spend twelve days in Madrid, Spain, and develop an in-depth understanding of the workings of democracy in one of the European Union's member states.

With its turbulent history of civil war in the 1930s, successful democratic transition in the 1970s, regional separatism, and ongoing debates about the meanings of history and the territorial nature of the State, Spain's experience in the last decade and a half makes for a fascinating case-study in the nature of democracy.

Classes and intensive readings will be combined with visits to major cultural sites in Madrid, the Spanish parliament, and the regional government of Andalucía in Seville.

Join us for this unique, intense experience, and gain first-hand knowledge of Spanish politics and democracy along with valuable exposure to its participants and place.

CAS PO 376 Politics and Democracy in Spain
Prereq: Sophomore standing and one semester of college Spanish. An intensive introduction to the history and present of politics in Spain. Explores the historical question of "nationality" and regional nationalisms that remain one of the most important and controversial dimensions of Spanish politics. Course takes place in Madrid and Seville, Spain from July 2-14, 2008. Final papers are due by July 28, 2008. For further information, contact Professor Perez at sperez@bu.edu. 4 cr. Tuition: $2000; program fee: $1100; total charge: $3100.

Summer 2 (July 2-14):
B1 Twelve-day Study and Travel course in Madrid and Seville.
Travel to Spain July 2-14
Final papers due July 28
Sofia Perez

Download the PO 376 syllabus