In addition to IES Abroad courses, you may consider enrolling in 1.5-credit courses taught in English at KUIS, if your schedule permits. Some of the disciplines offered at KUIS are provided as a part of the KUIS BEKKA (special curriculum) program, which is their Japanese Language and Culture program. These courses provide you a great opportunity to study additional Japan-related area studies courses on campus. Enrollment in these courses is on a space-available basis.

Get ready for an unforgettable experience, get to know your new hometown, and your new neighbors while having lots of fun! The principle is simple: expand your cultural learning opportunities beyond the classroom. Field trips merge together the fun of traveling with an academic focus on the place you are visiting. We have a wide range of activities available to everyone and catering to all interests. The number of participants on each field trip is limited and registration is first-come, first served. You will register for field trips on-site. In general, the cost of any course-related trip as...

IES Abroad Area Studies Courses IES Abroad academic courses are designed to enhance your engagement in the intellectual, political, cultural, and social institutions of Japan. IES Abroad courses are taught by experts in the field, and course-related trips are integrated with in-class course work. The IES Abroad Tokyo Center offers several 3-credit, Japan-focused area studies courses each semester. Each of the area studies courses are taught in English and meet once a week for three hours. This format is more seminar-style than lecture, and you will need to make sure you adjust to this format...

Internships If you require an internship as part of your semester abroad, please reach out to your IES Abroad Program Advisor as soon as possible. Internships offer a unique, real-world experience combined with professional skill building and cultural immersion. While we have a selection of internship placements that only require English, some fields require an intermediate or advanced level of Spanish. It is your responsibility to research and understand your current college or university's policies with regards to earning credit for an internship before you apply for one. To apply for an...

You are required to enroll in 15-19 credits per semester. Your program offers five ways to earn academic credit: IES Abroad Spanish language course (required, 5 or 7 credits each) IES Abroad area studies courses in English or Spanish (optional, 3 credits each) IES Abroad language workshops (optional, 1 credit each) English- or Spanish-taught courses at partner universities (optional, 1.5-4 credits each) Community-based learning placement and seminar, in Spanish (optional, 3 credits, fall only)* *Please note that placement options vary depending on level of Spanish, and require an FBI...

Your IES Abroad Salamanca program begins the on the official arrival date with mandatory orientation sessions. Orientation will introduce you to many aspects of life in Salamanca. Orientation includes walking tours of the city, discussions about Salamanca student life, and health and safety. You will also acquaint yourself with the IES Abroad staff and your peers. All of the academic opportunities and registration options will be presented at this time including the language placement assessment, orientation Spanish language course, and registration for IES Abroad and partner university...