Spain

This course offers a study of European exploration and colonization, specifically that of Spain, Portugal, France, England, and the Netherlands. It focuses on the social, cultural, political, economic, and scientific impacts that these expansions had on the peoples and nations of Europe.

Know how to solve second-order ordinary linear differential equations using the series expansion method. Understand the utility of series developments of orthogonal functions and apply them to a series of partial differential equations of utility in physics. Understand the importance of contour conditions and their role in determining a discrete spectrum of eigenvalues and applying them to a series of partial differential equations useful in physics. Acquire ease in the use of Fourier and Laplace transforms in the resolution of differential and linear integral equations.

The course explores the history and culture of France through a multidisciplinary analysis of literary, historical, and audiovisual texts. By examining key works by historians and writers from different periods, students will gain insight into the socio-historical contexts that shape literary creation and historical discourse. The course develops students’ ability to critically analyze texts, conduct independent research, and communicate effectively in French, while fostering a reflective and critical approach to works of art and cultural production.

The course explores the nature of culture and its role in society, with a focus on intercultural communication, representation of otherness, and cultural diversity. Students examine cultural dynamics from traditional to postmodern contexts, including the impact of digital and cybercultural transformations, and learn strategies for effective cultural communication across formats, genres, and media.

This course offers an in-depth study of the social structure of Spain, recognizing it as a specific case within the context of a broader model. That is, an analysis of the characteristics of the modern social structure system, its transformations, and the evolution of contemporary societies, with particular attention to the phenomena of wealth distribution, power, and social classes. It focuses particular attention on changes to social structure and social wealth distribution as a result of the economic crisis.

This course offers a study of Spanish language at the B1 level. Topics may include: grammar, reading and writing, listening and speaking, vocabulary development, written composition.

This course offers a study of Spanish language at the A1 level. Topics may include: grammar, reading and writing, listening and speaking, vocabulary development, written composition.

This course offers a study of Spanish language at the A2 level. Topics may include: grammar, reading and writing, listening and speaking, vocabulary development, written composition.

This course offers a study of Spanish language at the B2 level. Topics may include: grammar, reading and writing, listening and speaking, vocabulary development, written composition.

This course explores macroeconomic principles and their implications for the European Union and individual member states. Topics include: GDP; inflation; unemployment; fiscal policy; monetary policy; international trade; economic evolution of the EU; role of the Eurozone; the European Central Bank; challenges and opportunities posed by a common currency.