Spring 2027 Program Calendar As soon as a preliminary program calendar is available (at least a few weeks before the program starts), it will appear above. However, this calendar is subject to change. Please do not make independent travel arrangements (including visits from family or friends) before you arrive on-site, receive any calendar updates from the IES Abroad Center staff during orientation, and finalize your course registration. Remember that you will not be excused from academic obligations, including final exams or required IES Abroad events nor from your internship placement, in...

IES Abroad Spring 2027 Program Calendar You must depart your IES Abroad Housing ON the program end date. (unless the below is true) Please note - some partner universities have final exams on or shortly after the IES program end date and require students to take them on that day. If you plan on taking partner university courses, we recommend you book a flexible plane ticket in advance in case your exam is later. NOTE: Depending on the academic year and semester, the final evaluation at some partner universities might be some days after the end of the IES program or on the same day (for UB-EH...

Upon arrival, you will participate in IES Abroad's orientation program in Cape Town. The orientation program will introduce you to the city and will provide important information on IES Abroad policies and procedures, safety, security, academics, banking matters, and will tell you more about Cape Town and South Africa. Some meals will be provided.

You are required to enroll in 15-19 credits per semester including one mandatory course within the disciplines of Journalism & Communications. Your program offers four ways to earn academic credit: Mandatory Spanish language course - offered at the IES Abroad Barcelona Center and range from the 100- to the 400- level. A Spanish language course is required for all students regardless of their proficiency level and is worth three to four credits. Intensive Spanish language courses are worth seven credits. (required, 3-7 credits) Spanish Language Assessment Form Link: (Form due ): IES Abroad Area...

Book a flight that will arrive in Cape Town between 7am and 11pm on the official arrival date. If you cannot book a flight that arrives within the pickup window, contact your IES Abroad advisor right away to discuss options. Before departing for South Africa, exchange USD$100 (or its equivalent) into Rand in order to cover incidental expenses during your first few days on the program. You may also use your ATM card at an ATM inside the Cape Town airport to withdraw cash in Rand before you leave the airport. If your luggage is delayed, call the IES Abroad Cape Town Emergency phone number and...