Madrid Spanish & European Studies, Summer
The Madrid Summer Spanish Studies Program offers six weeks of study and cultural immersion, with different levels and options based upon language proficiency. This program takes place at the Instituto Internacional.
Students enroll in two courses. Their preparation and background in Spanish will determine placement in different levels from intensive Spanish language courses to liberal arts courses that introduce students to topics such as Spanish history, culture, art, literature, etc. Course offerings vary each Summer Term.
Summer Term 2026 Courses (course offerings vary each year):
- CAS LS 212 Spanish Language: Fourth Semester Spanish
- CAS LS 312 Spanish through Cultural Destinations: Paseando por Madrid (Spanish language)
- CAS LS 350 Introduction to Analysis of Hispanic Texts: Exploring Madrid through Literature (Spanish literature)
- CAS AH 364 Art and Architecture in Madrid: 1561 – Today (taught in Spanish)
- RN 327/HI 327/JS 357 Sephardic Jewish History (taught in English)
Electives taught in Spanish are only open to those students who have completed/are currently enrolled in Spanish language level 300 and above. Electives taught in English are geared towards students in lower levels of Spanish. Enrollment in English electives for students in higher level Spanish classes will be on a space-available basis only.
Students are highly encouraged to reach out to BU Madrid staff (amaliapj@bu.edu or dgannon@bu.edu) prior to registering for classes.
Students are also encouraged to consult with their academic advisor prior to enrolling in the BU Madrid Summer Term.
- No more than two 300-level Spanish language courses (LS 306, 307, 309, 310) may be taken for credit at Boston University; students who have already taken two 300-level language courses should choose a literature course and three elective courses. Please consult your academic advisor for any major/minor credit requirements.
HUB SA 230 The Individual in Community with Study Abroad
HUB SA 225 Global Citizenship and Intercultural Literacy with Study Abroad
Additional Links
Madrid Summer Spanish Studies Program: Syllabi – Schedule
bu.edu/abroad/programs/madrid-spanish-and-european-studies-program/