Granada, Spain

AI, Political Communication & Security in Granada

Customizable Global Pathways

Length:

Fall, Spring, Summer, Summer 2

Disciplines:

Communications, Security Studies, Political Science & International Relations

About the Program

Length: Six weeks

We invite you to consider our IES Abroad Granada Center as a site to approach the connections between Artificial Intelligence (AI), political communication, and security. The academic program and co-curricular activities are meant to maximize the location while expanding students’ perspectives more broadly to apply their experience in a globalized society. Jointly designed with a research center at the University of Granada, this program examines how AI tools serve to analyze political discourse to implement security policies and practices. This highly immersive and innovative program at the crossroads of Southern Europe and North Africa is both academically rigorous and unique with experiential possibilities using project-based learning and travel, including a trip to Morocco. This program is designed to appeal to students who want to study International Relations, Political Science, Political Communication, or Computer Science.

PLEASE NOTE: We cannot guarantee the availability of all housing, excursions, cultural events, guest lecturers or tours.

Academics

Academic Program includes:

One customized course - A.I., Political Communication and Security - 3 credits, taught by IES Abroad-sourced faculty
OR
Two customized courses - A.I., Political Communication; Security and IR 330 - The Arab World and the West - 3 credits each, taught by IES Abroad-sourced faculty.

Support & Administration

U.S.-Based Customized Program Manager (CPM) and Coordinator (CPC):

Will assist your students in planning and preparing for your program.

Chicago-Based Dean of Students Office and Crisis Management Team:

Available 24/7 in case of serious student emergencies.

Center-Based Staff (Program Manager/Coordinators):

Available 24/7 in case of emergencies. Will be your Center contact for the program and work closely with you to prepare and implement the program. Will accompany students on all IES Abroad-sponsored events.

Enhanced Health & Safety:

Additional predeparture orientations for the cohort prior to arrival on-site. Student Success Coordinator onsite and available to the group. Additional reflection time built into coursework and pre-/post-excursions.

Targeted Academic Student Support:

In addition to an assigned staff member who can address student issues, academic staff at the Granada Center will develop opportunities for specialized tutoring and student success skills building, similar to those that exist on U.S. university campuses.

CISI Insurance (Required):

This insurance covers IES Abroad students, faculty, and guests anywhere in the world during the specified program dates. Coverage includes doctor’s appointments, hospital stays, mental health treatment, and prescription drugs.

Orientation & Farewell

Transportation

Housing

Excursions

Site Visits Within City:

Program includes two integrated site visits that bring together academic focus with tourist interests. Examples include: Alhambra and political communication research center at the University of Granada.

Day Trips Outside of City:

Program includes one day trip out of the city that highlight the context of the immediate region.
Example: Nerja.

Field Trips Outside of City:

Program includes one built-in local excursion that may be linked thematically to courses and includes accommodations, meals, and activities. Example: Morocco.

Cultural Events:

Program includes three cultural events for the School’s students during the program such as cooking classes, wine tasting, theatre performances, athletic events, concerts, and film screenings.