You are required to enroll in 15-19 credits per semester. Your program offers four ways to earn academic credit: Intermediate Program (2 semesters of college-level Spanish) IES Abroad Spanish language course (required, 6 credits) IES Abroad English-taught area studies courses (required, 3 credits each) IES Abroad Spanish-taught area studies course (optional - pending language placement results, 3 credits) Universidad de Granada English-taught courses (optional, 3 credits each, maximum 2 courses) Advanced Program (4 semesters of college-level Spanish) IES Abroad Spanish language course...

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Estimated on-site expenses The below estimated expenses are listed in New Zealand dollars ($). Food & Drink Groceries per week, self-catered apartments $95 Average meal in a university dining facility $12 Breakfast at a restaurant $16 Lunch at a restaurant $20 Dinner at a restaurant $30 Soft drink $3 Coffee $5.50 Housing Toiletries per month $30 Social Activity & Entertainment Movie $22 (Tuesdays are cheaper: $10) Theater performance $25-100 Museum entry fee Free or up to $30 Fitness club membership per week $70 Dance club cover charge $10-20 Local Transportation Weekly local travel Up to $30...

Orientation will begin in the evening of the official arrival date in Málaga as you arrive. The group will travel by bus to Granada. The next morning, orientation will continue with a general meeting that will cover safety and security issues, intercultural adjustment, and housing rules and protocols. During the rest of the orientation period, you will confirm your registration for IES Abroad classes and meet with the Academic Advisor to discuss and confirm your course registration. The orientation includes intensive Spanish language instruction, further discussion of intercultural adjustments...

You should arrive on the official arrival date to either Granada International Airport (GRX) or Málaga International Airport (AGP). If you arrive in Granada (GRX): Upon arrival, retrieve your luggage and proceed through customs. From there you can take a taxi directly to your housing assignment to check-in with IES Abroad Granada staff. Your taxi ride will cost you about €30. IES Abroad Granada staff will expect you to arrive to your housing approximately 45 minutes after you have landed based on the information you provided on your Travel Itinerary. If you arrive in Málaga (AGP): Upon arrival...

Diversity Abroad There are few places where most of the population comes from one national, religious, or ethnic group. At IES Abroad, our faculty, staff, and programs are committed to recognizing and acquainting students with the diversity that exists within Aotearoa New Zealand. IES Abroad students are continually provided with opportunities to explore the cultural richness of their host environment and learn about the economic, social, and political status of local populations. Here are a few resources that you might find useful: Diversity Commitment Navigating Diversity & Identity Abroad...

Safety Abroad in Aotearoa New Zealand Visit the State Department's New Zealand Information page here for detailed information about safety abroad. Bicycle Safety in New Zealand In Aotearoa New Zealand, it is required by law to wear a helmet while riding a bicycle.