University of Alicante

This course provides a foundational and comprehensive introduction to key philosophical texts and concepts that have shaped Western culture. Students acquire the conceptual tools to analyze and understand major works of philosophy through a historical journey covering key moments in Hellenistic, Christian, Renaissance, Modern, Post-Enlightenment, and Contemporary thought.

The course covers communication, in both public and private sectors, as an essential means to connect with clients and anticipate processes of social change. It examines global information processes, with an emphasis on strategic management and effective communication. 

This course explores key elements in the formation of Western thought: the rationalization of Greek myths. It examines how rational thought emerged from mythological frameworks and how similar processes continue today, particularly in relation to information and communication technologies.

This course examines the relationship between the behavior of materials, its nature and the fabrication process. It covers the theoretical and practical knowledge of chemistry, physics, mechanical and technological properties of materials most used in construction. Topics include the knowledge of properties and characteristics of materials, the right way materials must be used, how to preserve these materials, and the constructions where they have been used, develop the right criteria in order to a proper selection of materials, and the technical legislation dealing with these materials.

This course develops Spanish communication skills through integrated practice in speaking, listening, reading, and writing. Students refine grammatical accuracy and expand vocabulary to express opinions, compare ideas, describe experiences, and discuss abstract and cultural topics.

This course examines the historical and cultural development of the United Kingdom and the United States, focusing on key institutions, social changes, and political events. Topics include the British monarchy, empire, and industrialization, as well as U.S. colonization, independence, civil war, and global influence. Emphasis is placed on understanding each country's evolution within its sociopolitical context.

The course focuses on the linguistic, pragmatic, and cultural contrasts between English and Spanish, providing the tools and methods needed to analyze differences across grammar, discourse, and usage. It also explores how language reflects and shapes cultural and social identities in the United Kingdom and the United States, with an emphasis on post-1945 developments. Topics include regional and social language variation, cultural norms, and key sociopolitical issues related to language use and diversity.

This course explores the fundamental concepts and activities involved in defining what a software system should do. Students learn to identify stakeholders, establish project goals, model business processes, and describe scenarios and use cases. The course covers types of requirements, elicitation and analysis methods, and techniques for resolving conflicts. Emphasis is placed on producing a well-structured Software Requirements Specification (SRS) using recognized templates and best practices.

This course strengthens the four language skills to effectively use Spanish as a means of communication. Students interact in complex communicative situations, distinguishing between different linguistic registers, and deepen their understanding of the cultural and linguistic diversity of each Spanish-speaking country. This course is at the C1 level.

Topics in this business economics course include: enterprise as an economic science; the business and the business owner; types of business; operational decisions; location, size, and growth of the business; business environment; business strategy; business objectives; planning, control, and information system.