Fall Term: from 1st week of September to the 2nd week of December
Applications are accepted until 1st of May and enrollments are accepted until 31st of May.
Clara Bonet, PhD 3 US credits With an emphasis on the present-day but setting the examination of institutions and attitudes in their historical context, this course offers an introduction to Spanish culture, familiarizing students with the social, economic and political structures of contemporary Spain. Course highlights include: the restoration of the ancestral monarchy after years of dictatorship; the organization in autonomous communities; and the perception of Spain in the world today. Requirements: n/a Language of Instruction: English or Spanish based on demand.
Juan Gomis, PhD 3 US credits This course provides students with a general overview of Spanish history from the Middle Ages to the present through cinema. In order to understand contemporary Spanish society, the class focuses on important aspects of the country's history and analyzes each through a selection of films and historical texts. The aim of this course is not only to teach students how to analyze a film, but also to demonstrate how cinema can be both enjoyable and didactic, as it provides students with an increasing knowledge of Spanish culture and history. Requirements: n/a Language of Instruction: English or Spanish based on demand.
Paul Mitchell, PhD 3 US credits This course explores the Gothic as an artistic and cultural phenomenon from its earliest development in eighteenth century literature to its contemporary manifestations in modern cinema. Apart from discussing key works of the Gothic imagination, students will also seek to understand this genre in terms of its philosophical, psychological and sociological dimensions. As students engage in a thorough analysis of each text or film, they are also encouraged to think critically about the Gothic in relation to the European/American cultures in which it has developed. Requirements Language of Instruction
Clara Bonet, PhD 3 US credits The main purpose of this course is to analyze recent Latin American cultural productions through a selection of literary works. Students will engage in texts beginning with what is known as "the Boom" all the way the 21st century literary productions, closing the course with the Bogotá 39 generation. Through the study of each literary work, students will gain valuable knowledge of critical issues and gain a deeper understanding of the complexities/diversity of Latin American culture. Requirements: Spanish language. Language of Instruction: Spanish
Beatriz Morera, PhD 3 US credits This course introduces students to the study of social justice, attempting to link social theory, particularly the theories of Catholic social teaching, with social action and change. Students explore the diverse meanings and definitions of social justice while developing a critical understanding of key concepts and theories. Presented in relation to some of the most important social justice debates today, this course encourages students to apply their knowledge to a wide range of subject areas and social issues. As a key component of the course, students choose a relevant placement in a community service organization/NGO, complete a minimum of four hours of service per week, and engage in meaningful reflective practice with their peers. Requirements: n/a. Language of Instruction: English
Our Spanish Courses are divided in three main levels, Beginners, Intermediate, and Advance; specific courses for Health Professions or Business are available under request and if enough students are enrolled. Students will be placed in the correspondent level after placing test and personal interview, and under student's request.
Courses with * mark are available under request and if enough students are enrolled.
Pablo Ortiz, ME 3 US credits Spanish for Beginners is a great way to get started in learning Spanish as a foreign language. You can get an easy introduction to Spanish or just consolidate your basic knowledge with our Beginners courses. Whether you have no previous experience, 0 semesters, or just a very basic one, (1 semester), we have options for you. Requirements: no requirements. Language of Instruction: Spanish
María Estornell, PhD 3 US credits Intermediate Spanish can help you review and expand the essential skills of the Spanish language. These courses will help you better understand native speakers as well as boost your confidence with the past, present, and future tenses. Requirements: 2 or 3 previous semesters, or equivalent language skills. Language of Instruction: Spanish
David García-Ramos, ME 3 US credits Advanced Spanish helps students improve their writing and oral skills. It involves composition, reading and conversation. Requirements: 4 or more Spanish semesters, or equivalent language skills. Language of Instruction: Spanish
TBA 3 US credits The general aim of this course is to lay the general foundations for the use of Spanish by students who already have at least an intermediate level. It is a course specifically designed to develop the linguistic skills of students in the area of health sciences, and to review and solve the grammatical problems of an intermediate level in order to provide the student with the necessary tools for effective communication. Requirements: 3 Spanish semesters, interest in Health Professions, or equivalent language skills. Language of Instruction: Spanish.
WARNING: Courses with * mark are available under request and if enough students are enrolled.
Mónica Díez, PhD 3 US credits This course focuses on the large-scale comprehensive study of a specific proteome, including information on protein abundances, their variations and modifications, along with their interacting partners and networks, in order to understand cellular processes. Requirements: n/a Language of Instruction: English.
Ana de Luis, PhD 3 US credits This course focuses on the molecular basis of gene expression and inheritance. Basic molecular genetics techniques will be learned through laboratory sessions. Attendance to related scientific seminars and introductory bioinformatic sessions is included. Requirements: n/a Language of Instruction: English.
Elisa Oltra, PhD 3 US credits The course will provide an overview of current basic tools in biochemistry and molecular biology and their applications in a protocol-type format. Some of the examples will be worked out in the lab to provide students with hands-on practical training. Requirements: n/a Language of Instruction: English.
Joaquín Carrasco, PhD 3 US credits The course is devoted to the study of the structures, functions and interactions of biological macromolecules, such as proteins, nucleic acids, carbohydrates and lipids, which provide the structure of cells and perform many of the functions associated with life. Requirements: n/a Language of Instruction: English.
Joaquín Carrasco, PhD 3 US credits The course contents are focused on cellular metabolism, coordination and integration of nutrition and exercise physiology. The areas of interest of Metabolism and Nutrition encompass studies in obesity, diabetes, lipidemias, metabolic syndrome and exercise physiology that have an underlying basis in metabolism. Likewise, the student will work on paper assignments on the biochemistry of metabolism, cell signaling, molecular and cellular biology of nutrients. Current, but not exclusive, interests are metabolic effects hormonal regulation, and metabolic adaptations. Requirements: n/a Language of Instruction: English.
TBA 3 US credits The main goals of this course are:
Requirements: background in 1) Basic biochemistry (hydrocarbons, proteins, lipids), other biomolecules RNA, DNA. 2) Basic cell biology (photosynthesis, metabolism, etc.). 3) Basic taxonomy Language of Instruction: English
Requirements: no prerequisites. Language of Instruction: English
Requirements: background in general concepts of Biodiversity, Ecology and Geology. Language of Instruction: English
Esther Navarro, PhD 3 US credits General goals: a. Understand the delivery of care to patients requiring urgent attention. b. Understand the coordination and mechanisms of Emergency Care. c. Acquire basic knowledge in the ability to communicate with individuals and family members during situations requiring Emergency Care. d. Be able to identify and manage situations of imminent vital compromise. Requirements: none Language of Instruction: English
Javier Sancho, PhD 3 US credits General goals:
Requirements: none Language of Instruction: English
Juana Carbonell, PhD 3 US credits General goals:
Requirements Language of Instruction: English
Bosco Corrales, PhD 3 US credits General goals:
TBA 3 US credits It aims to provide students with basic training in the study of motivational and emotional processes and behaviors that develop them. More specifically, students will learn about the control of individual action on social factors and the role of emotions in daily life. Documentary sources will be used for further analysis of current issues, promote the use of the methodology and research techniques of psychology, to understand new developments taking place in this scientific discipline. In this way, students acquire a greater capacity to understand and interpret the information and evidence, which will continue to promote a critical spirit and allow you to properly deal with a psychological understanding of human beings. Requirements: To understand and manage the basic terminology of psychology specific and more general vocabulary adopted in Cognitive Sciences. To know and understand the overall functioning and the limits of the processes of attention, perception, learning and memory that underlie the mental life and behavior of people in their daily work. Language of Instruction: English.
TBA 3 US credits General goals:
Requirements: Having previously studied the processes of social perception, the development of attitudes, the personal attraction and the social and discriminatory influence processes, will help students to optimally understand the group processes and their characteristic phenomena. Language of Instruction: English.
TBA 3 US credits In School Psychology we will learn about the functions and standards of the school psychologist, as well as the ethics by which this type of professional is governed. We have the aim to understand the importance of acquiring the necessary skills for the adequate management of therapeutic relationships in learning contexts. Moreover, we will discuss about how to conduct a psychoeducational evaluation and we will examine the main design psychoeducational intervention that are adequate in the different learning contexts. Requirements: none Language of Instruction: English.
TBA 3 US credits The construct of organizational climate refers to the employees' perceptions of their work environment. These perceptions are important because they have a remarkable impact of both employees' and organizations' well-being and performance. In this course, we will focus on identifying and understanding a number of variables through which positive organizational climates can be fostered, such as organizational justice, organizational structure, leadership, or psychological safety, among others. Requirements: none Language of Instruction: English.
TBA 3 US credits Cognitive goals:
Requirements: none Language of Instruction: English.
Laura Angelini, PhD 3 US credits General goals:
Requirements Language of Instruction: English.
These courses will be opened if a minimum number of students are enrolled by May 15.
Prof. Florentino Huertas, PhD 3 US credits The aim of this subject is:
Prof. Carlos Sanchis, PhD 3 US credits
The aim of this subject is to:
3 US credits The surface of our planet is populated by curious living forms. The life is an intricately and organized system of chemical factories, that they acquire the matter from their surroundings, and they use these raw materials to generate copies of themselves. These living organisms are extraordinarily diverse. One of the most rapidly expanding areas of biological research is genetics, the biologic science that focuses on the mechanisms of inheritance. What could be more different than a tiger and a piece of seaweed, or a bacterium and a tree? Yet our ancestors, knowing nothing about cells or DNA, discovered that all these things had something in common. This is an exciting time to begin studying biology, the science of life. Almost daily, biologists are making remarkable new discoveries about the human species and about the millions of other organisms with which we share this planet. Therefore, the main objective of our subject is the study of Biology from the point of view of molecular genetics focused on health professionals.
3 US credits Physiology is the science that studies the functioning of life. We explore the different systems; organs and tissues that make the human body function correctly. Our primary goal is the human physiology study of the state of relative stability of the body's internal environment and these processes feedback systems, which helps to restore the conditions needed for health and life, the homeostasis. In this second subject our aim is to focus the mechanisms that allow the energy and matter uptake (digestive and respiratory systems), distribution (circulatory) and elimination (excretory). Furthermore the major uses of physiology knowledge in therapeutics will be deeply discussed.
3 US credits Fundamental concepts of: health, disease, public health. Role of the physiotherapist. Health systems, health organizations and healthcare levels. Epidemiology. Determinants of community health. Information systems. Data analysis methods. Demography. Communication. Physiotherapy in primary and community care. Occupational health: risks, accidents and diseases associated with work. Prevention. Promotion and education plans for health. Risk groups. Chronic processes and preventive measures. Communicable diseases. Environment and health. International / global health. Quality management in healthcare organizations. Patient safety. Strategic planning and management. Economic evaluation in public health.
3 US credits Through this subject the student will learn the main pathological mechanisms of injuries in sport, how to apply the main sports physiotherapy techniques and procedures. Determine the objectives and plan and execute the activity plan for recovery in sports physiotherapy. Apply different techniques and phsyiotherapy methods in the field of sport.
Any Study Abroad student can take regular UCV Direct Enrollment courses, grado courses, upon his/her Home University advisor´s. Those courses are not specially designed for the Study Abroad Program, therefore assessment methods, study guides and general methodologies could be different. On the other hand, study abroad students have the opportunity of interacting with Spanish and European exchange students. Please, contact us to further information about Business courses (studyabroad@ucv.es).
Any Study Abroad student can take regular UCV Direct Enrollment courses, “grado” courses, upon his/her Home University advisor´s. Those courses are not specially designed for the Study Abroad Program, therefore assessment methods, study guides and general methodologies could be different. On the other hand, study abroad students have the opportunity of interacting with Spanish and European exchange students. Please, contact us to further information about those courses (studyabroad@ucv.es).
If you are interested in other kind of internships not listed here, please, do not hesitate in asking us, we could have also Sports Sciences, Business, Social Work.
School of Education Raquel Blave 3 / 6 / 12 US credits You will have the opportunity to fulfill a teacher training period at a school in Valencia. Depending on the degree you are studying and on your linguistic competence in English and /or Spanish, you will be placed at the school which best fits your needs. While at school, you will have a tutor who will guide you throughout the whole process. Hands-on learning for prospective teachers! Requirements: none Language of Instruction: Spanish
IMEDMAR Tania García 3 / 6 US credits
Requirements: Diving certification (the student will have the opportunity to obtain it during the stay) Language of Instruction: Spanish / English
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UCV Study Abroad Program Director: David García Ramos david.garcia@ucv.es
UCV Study Abroad Program Officer: Juan Martin jm.martin@ucv.es