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Universidad Pública de Navarra  

Pamplona, Spain (pop. 200,000)
Language of instruction: Spanish
www.unavarra.es/
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PROGRAM TYPE
Academic year or limited semester exchanges

ISEP-Exchange for International students.
ISEP-Exchange for US students.
ISEP-Direct site for member and affiliate students.


Chance of Placement
ISEP-Exchange chance of placement for US students is good.

ISEP-Exchange chance of placement for International students is Good.

Chance of placement on ISEP-Direct is Excellent.

Courses
Agriculture (agricultural business, agronomy, animal husbandry, food processing, horticulture & gardening); Business (accounting, business administration, commerce, finance, international commerce, management, marketing); Economics (applied economics, economic theory); Education (teacher training in pre-school, elementary, foreign language, music education); Engineering (industrial, mechanical, electrical, computer, sound & image, telecommunications); Social Sciences (industrial relations, law, sociology, social work); Nursing.

Hints for Researching Courses
Click on the course link at the top of the page. This will give you a list of majors. Click on a major and you will either go directly to a PDF document of the course listings or to the major's website. Fom the major's website, look for plan de estudios or presentacion de estudios to get to course listings. Download Tips for Finding Courses in Spain.

Academic Notes
Among fields most appropriate for incoming students are economics and business, health studies, and social sciences. Though there are no degree programs in humanities at Universidad Publica de Navarra, more than 100 elective subjects are offered each year designed for students from all majors. Of special interest to ISEP participants are the electives about the art, history, geography, literature, and politics of Spain.

Navarra is well known for its work in the fields of agriculture and engineering. These fields are highly recommended for ISEP participants and are open to participants interested in preparing a research thesis. Research projects can be supervised in English upon request.

Special ISEP Application Instructions
Graduate students are accepted on an individual basis.

Language Notes
At the university, all courses are offered in Spanish. For some subjects, additional course sections are taught in Basque language, depending on demand.

Students must have an advanced level of Spanish having completed at least six semesters of university-level Spanish or the equivalent. A five-day Spanish language refresher course is offered for ISEP students at no extra charge the week prior to the start of classes. During academic periods, ISEP students may enroll in one non-intensive Spanish language course (three hours per week) (included in ISEP benefits). Students may enroll in additional language classes at their own expense. The multimedia language center associated with the university offers courses in Spanish and other languages at very affordable rates.

For more information on courses and language options, see the:
ISEP Spanish Language Advising Guide for US Students
ISEP Spanish Language Advising Guide for I-to-I Students

Program Dates
Academic year: late September to end of June; Semester 1: late September to mid-February; Semester 2: mid-February to end of June. Please note that first semester dates do not usually work for U.S. students; early exams cannot be scheduled.

Housing and Meals
ISEP students are placed in shared student apartments and receive a stipend to cover rent and meals. Host family placements can be arranged for an additional monthly fee.

ISEP-Direct
Information about ISEP-Direct fees and dates.

Profile
Built in the 1980s and 1990s, Universidad Publica de Navarra's centralized layout and harmonious design make it unique among Spanish universities. The university prides itself on its commitment to providing quality in higher education. Excellent resources complement classroom learning in this young and dynamic university. The university offers easy access to a multimedia language center, library, sports facilities and cultural activities. An indoor pool and climbing wall are among some of the more noteworthy recent additions to the institution.

Location
Universidad Publica de Navarra is situated in a peaceful and sunny part of Pamplona, not far from the city center. Pamplona is a manageable size. You can reach most points of interest in Pamplona on foot. Internationally, Pamplona is best known for its festival of San Fermin and el Encierro (Running of the Bulls), which take place in July of each year.

Pamplona is the capital of Navarra, a region located in the north of Spain bordering on France. In the Middle Ages, Navarra was important as a crossing point for highways and the pilgrimage routes of the Camino de Santiago (The Way of Saint James). In addition to its historic importance, Navarra is especially rich in natural attractions. Though only 10,400 square kilometers, Navarra is characterized by three distinct climatological zones, which lead to a variety of natural settings.