Program Overview

Spain: Cinema and the City

This study abroad program explores film culture and urban life in Spain. Students will visit Madrid and Barcelona, each representing a different side of Spanish culture. The program includes visits to iconic locations such as Plaza Mayor, Plaza del Sol, Gran Via, and other places featured in past and current films.

Program Overview

The program delves into the culture of Spain, allowing students to learn about Spanish film and immerse themselves in the local culture. In Barcelona, students will see the Palau of Catalan Music and the buildings by Antonio Gaudi, identified by UNESCO as part of its World Heritage list. As students learn about cinema's representation of cultural life, they will also explore street-level culture, meeting film scholars, filmmakers, representatives from media organizations, and local activists involved with various urban communication projects.

Program Activities

• Visit iconic locations in Madrid and Barcelona
  • Plaza Mayor
  • Plaza del Sol
  • Gran Via
• Explore the Palau of Catalan Music and the buildings by Antonio Gaudi in Barcelona
• Attend an authentic flamenco show
• Visit the Reina Sofia Museum
• Explore filmotheques in both cities
• Take a graffiti tour
• Travel on the high-speed train from Madrid to Barcelona

Academic Components

Students will have the opportunity to enhance their learning experience by creating a visual portfolio that expresses their impressions and explorations of Spanish culture. Additionally, students will write a journal to discuss their experience abroad while creating their own portfolio.

Program Directors

• Luisela Alvaray, Associate Professor
• Daniel Makagon, Professor

Application Process

Students must apply to Spain: Cinema and the City via the study abroad office. Accepted students will be enrolled in the appropriate course in the Spring term prior to travel.

University Policies

DePaul University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, or handicap in admissions, employment, or the provision of services. The university reserves the right to cancel or alter programs and courses without notice due to circumstances such as an unexpected event abroad or a curriculum change.