Study Abroad - Portugal
The College of Arts & Sciences and the Portuguese Studies Program sponsor summer study in Portugal, a key country in the history of globalization. Portugal is an important site for the study of society and politics in the European Union, and of links between Europe, Africa, the United States, and South America.
In the 2007 summer program, our student group will travel to universities in the Portuguese cities of Lisbon, Vila Real, and Chaves. The U of L courses offered focus on:
- The relationship between Portugal and Spain
- Cultural traditions in Europe
- European integration
- The relationship between country and city
- Tourism’s effects on economics and politics
- The relationship between ecology and politics
- The Portuguese language
Courses Offered
Note: different levels are offered, from basic to advanced. Absolute beginners are welcome.
- 300-level Anthropology Course - 3 credits
- Portuguese Language Course - 3 credits
Program Cost
All accepted students receive Portuguese Studies Scholarships of $2000, making estimated total student cost $1900. This includes:
- Tuition for 6 credits (Courses qualify for federal financial aid)
- Round-trip airfare from Louisville to Lisbon
- Room and board
- Transportation for all program-sponsored excursions
- Museum and other select educational fees
Program costs do not include meals and incidentals on site
Potential Scholarship Opportunities
Scholarship information is located on the Portuguese Studies website.
- Portuguese Studies Scholarship (awarded to all selected participants)
- Richard & Constance Lewis Scholar Awards in Iberian Studies (Latin American Studies Program)
- Anthropology International Travel Award (for Anthropology majors and minors)
Program Features
- Trips to Lisbon, Porto, and other Portuguese cities with world significance
- Excursion to Spain
- Cultural events and field trips with local residents
- Extensive contact with international students
- Beach time at end of session
Application and Payment Schedule
Applications are due February 2nd, 2007. If selected in mid- February, students must submit a program fee of $300, and pay course tuition of $1,566 (for the two U of L courses) by the summer school deadlines. The $300 program fee is part of the estimated total student cost.Application Procedures
- Complete the application, available in the Department of Anthropology, Room 228 Lutz Hall
- Submit a copy of your unofficial U of L transcript.
- Turn in completed applications and materials to:
Paula Huffman, Department of Anthropology Room 230, Lutz Hall University of Louisville Louisville, KY 40292
- Upon acceptance, submit Student Release & Assumption of Risk Form, Overseas Emergency Information Sheet , copy of passport, and copy of International Student ID Card, along with program fee of $300.
For more information about the Portuguese Program, please visit the Portuguese Studies Program website or contact:
Dr. Shawn Parkhurst
Director, Portuguese Studies Program
Lutz Hall, Room 238
502-852-2425