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Advanced Program

Ready to take your Spanish to the next level?

The COWA Program’s Advanced track is perfect for students who’ve already completed advanced conversation courses and want to boost their fluency.

You’ll enroll in 1–2 university courses with Spanish students at the University of Seville or EUSA (a private affiliate), plus specialized COWA courses designed for advanced learners.

With access to local professors, academic support, and immersion in everyday Spanish life, this track is designed to help you reach a high level of fluency while gaining a deeper understanding of Spanish culture and university life.

Program Information

  • Duration: 5 months
    • Fall Semester: August – December
    • Spring Semester: January – May
  • Requirements: must have taken through Advanced Spanish courses and meet GPA requirement (2.9 cumulative GPA)
  • Housing: Homestay with Spanish host family
  • Academic Credit: All courses, including Universidad de Sevilla and EUSA courses, must be pre-approved by your university. Students will take a minimum of 12 credit hours.

The application deadline is: TBD

A complete application must include:

  • COWA Programs Online application (click the Apply Here button below to access Application page)
  • X
  • X

The 2026 program fee will be X€ per student, which includes:

  • In-country orientation
  • All tuition and fee expenses fro 12 credit hours or more
  • 24/7 emergency support
  • Welcome and goodbye dinners
  • All activities and excursions (see below)
  • Full room and board (breakfast, lunch and dinner) in Spanish host families
  • One-night hotel stay upon arrival in Seville

The cost does not include:

  • Airfare (flights to and from Seville)
  • Personal expenses

Application Information

Fill out your online application today to apply for COWA Program’s Advanced Program.

The application deadline for the Fall 2026 semester is: TBD

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Advanced Course Offerings

SEVI 410: Lengua y cultura española / Intensive Spanish Language and Culture
This course offers an introduction to key issues shaping contemporary Spain, including politics, cultural diversity, gender, immigration, and the arts. Classroom discussions are enriched by lectures and guided visits to significant cultural and historical sites in Seville, Córdoba, and Granada, providing students with a deeper understanding of Spanish society.

 

SEVI 301: Introducción al análisis literario y cultural / Introduction to Literary and Cultural Analysis
Designed to strengthen students’ analytical and interpretive skills, this course focuses on literary and cultural texts across genres—poetry, drama, narrative, essay, and film. Emphasis is placed on developing critical thinking and writing within a broader cultural and historical framework.

 

SEVI 334: Aspectos globales en la primera cultura transatlántica / Global Issues on the First Trans-Atlantic Culture
Analyzing the cultural and historical impact of the first transatlantic encounters between Europe and the Americas, this course examines how the exchange of goods, ideas, and people reshaped the modern world. Emphasis is placed on the origins of globalization and the development of early global trade networks.

 

SEVI 335: España ante el Islam / Spain and Islam
A study of the historical, artistic, and cultural interactions between Spain and the Islamic world. The course traces the influence of Islam on Spanish society and explores the complex relationships between European and Islamic civilizations.

 

SEVI 341: Arte y cultura española / Art and Culture of Spain
An introduction to the major artistic styles and cultural movements in Spanish history. Includes guided visits to monuments and museums to enhance students’ understanding of Spain’s rich artistic heritage.

 

SEVI 361: Historia y análisis del cine español / History and Analysis of Spanish Film
This course surveys the evolution of Spanish cinema from its beginnings to the present. Through film analysis, students gain insights into Spanish society and culture while improving their Spanish communication skills in reading, writing, speaking, and listening.

 

SEVI 373: Introducción a la literatura latinoamericana / Studies in Latin American Literature
This course provides a broad overview of Latin American literature, from pre-Columbian times to the contemporary period. Through readings and in-depth discussions, students will examine major literary movements and genres, and gain insight into the sociopolitical contexts that shaped the creation of these works.

Students enrolled in the Advanced Program may choose courses from the regular curriculum (grados universitarios) at Campus Universitario EUSA.

Please note: in the Spanish university system, the term “curso” refers to the academic year of the degree program:

  • Curso 1º = First Year

  • Curso 2º = Second Year

  • Curso 3º = Third Year, etc.

The higher the year, the more prior academic background is expected.

How to find course schedules and syllabi:

To explore course options, visit the official website of Campus Universitario EUSA. Look for the specific degree program you’re interested, and you will be able to find a list of courses offered, course schedules and course descriptions.

IMPORTANT REMINDERS:

You may only select courses offered during the semester you will be attending.

  • Semestre 1 = Fall semester

  • Semestre 2 = Spring semester

Courses labeled “Asignaturas optativas” are elective courses and may not be offered every semester. Syllabi are typically not available for these electives. The full schedule of available electives is usually published at the start of the academic year.

Degree Programs at the Campus Universitario EUSA:
 
Course List and Descriptions:

You can find a full list of courses and their descriptions here.

Students in the Advanced Program may also take courses from the regular offerings in various academic departments (facultades) at the Universidad de Sevilla.

In the Spanish university system, the term “curso” refers to the academic year of the degree program:

  • Curso 1º = First Year

  • Curso 2º = Second Year

  • Curso 3º = Third Year, etc.


The higher the year, the more prior academic background is expected.

IMPORTANT: Due to high enrollment by local students, first-year courses (1º) are not available to international students. You may only enroll in second-year courses (2º) or higher.

How to find course schedules and syllabi:

There is no centralized course listing or registration system, so you will need to check each facultad individually.

To begin, visit the Universidad de Sevilla website and navigate to:

Centros y Departamentos → Centros Propios

This page provides a list of all facultades and escuelas. Click on the one you’re interested in, then select Dirección de Internet to visit its homepage.

When searching for course details:

  • Look under “Grado” programs (undergraduate level only). Master’s level courses are not available.

  • Look for links such as Docencia or Ordenación Docente to find schedules and course syllabi.

  • A syllabus is typically referred to as a “programa” or listed under “Programas de las asignaturas” 

IMPORTANT REMINDERS:

  • Courses may be offered by semester or as full-year courses. You can only enroll in courses that run during your semester abroad.

    For Fall semester, look for courses marked:

    • 1ºC, primer cuatrimestre, 1C, or C1

    For Spring semester, look for:

    • 2ºC, segundo cuatrimestre, 2C, or C2

  • The facultades are spread across the city, not located on a single campus. Keep location and travel time in mind when selecting courses, especially if planning back-to-back classes in different facultades.

Facultad Websites (Examples):

Facultad de Filología: Literature, Language, Linguistics

Focus: Spanish Language, Literature, and Linguistics


Website: http://filologia.us.es
Class schedules: http://filologia.us.es/horarios-de-clase/

  • Most students choose courses under Filología Hispánica for Spanish major/minor credit.

  • To view available courses and syllabi, scroll to Plan de Estudios on the degree page.

For other degrees in Filología:
http://www.us.es/centros/propios/centro_6

Scroll to Grados impartidos, select your area of interest, then click Plan de Estudios for the full list of classes and syllabi.

Facultad de Psicología

Website: https://psicologia.us.es
Class schedules: https://psicologia.us.es/estudios/horarios
Syllabi (Programas): View syllabi here