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Practical details

Duration:: Two semesters
Requirements:: Upper secondary education
Language of instruction:: English, Spanish
ECTS:: 30 ECTS

About the study combination

Understanding a society is inextricably linked to understanding a language.

When you learn a new language, a whole world of knowledge and new perspectives will open up for you.

If you wish to understand Latin America and the unique challenges the region faces in dealing with climate change, the ability to speak, write, and read Spanish will be very useful.

By combining language studies with social science studies, you gain a deeper understanding of both.

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Relevant environments make the studies exciting

As a student of Spanish, you will quickly become much better at the language when you have the opportunity to practice it every day. You live in a small town where you will constantly engage in conversation with Costa Ricans, and you will be surrounded by the language every day.

Language learning becomes a part of your daily life – and you will also be reminded daily of the value of nature and complex ecosystems.

Costa Rica has an enormous biological diversity, and large areas of protected nature that you can explore on excursions and field trips.

Spanish and Global Environmental Studies

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Career opportunities

By studying environmental studies in Costa Rica, you gain international expertise that is sought after in the job market, for example in tourism, aid, or education.

The study is particularly relevant for work with environment and sustainability within voluntary organizations or the public sector. However, all industries must address sustainability in one way or another.

Regardless of whether you want to work as a teacher, become an economist or engineer, or start your own business in the future, sustainability will be a relevant topic and your expertise can be useful.

Learn more about career opportunities

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Gain sought-after language skills

Language proficiency is sought after in many parts of the workforce.

Regardless of whether you're going to work as a teacher, nurse, retail associate, or in academia, it will be beneficial to know a language that so many people speak.

If you want to live in a Spanish-speaking country in the future, your language skills will make it easier to get a job in the country.

If you want to work in an international company, Spanish skills can create exciting opportunities for you.

Portraits

Read what former students say about their studies

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Costa Rica
Introduction to Spanish in Costa Rica
Spanish in Costa Rica
Portraits

"Celebrating birthdays, getting rid of cockroaches, planning trips, and missing buses together created a unique bond"

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Argentina
Costa Rica
Spanish in Argentina
Introduction to Spanish in Argentina
Spanish, philosophy and international politics in Argentina
Portraits

From Spanish student to Spanish teacher

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Costa Rica
Spanish in Costa Rica
Introduction to Spanish in Costa Rica
Portraits

"16 weeks in Costa Rica is an investment - in your education, and in your understanding of the world"

Ghana
Vietnam
Nepal and Sri Lanka
Costa Rica
Argentina
Development Studies 1
Development Studies 2
Portraits

A bachelor's degree across four continents and five countries

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Ghana
Vietnam
Costa Rica
Nepal and Sri Lanka
Development Studies 2
Development Studies 1
Peace and Conflict Studies
Spanish in Costa Rica
Portraits

"After five semesters, I am left with countless memories and experiences"

Highlights in Costa Rica

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Cerro Chirripó

Cerro Chirripó, Costa Rica's highest mountain, reaches an impressive 3,820 meters above sea level. Though the hike is demanding, it is truly rewarding, offering breathtaking views at the top.

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Cloud forests

A cloud forest is a unique type of rainforest characterized by high humidity, resulting in the characteristic and mystical foggy atmosphere. Hiking through such an enchanting landscape provides a unique experience, and with some luck, you may even spot rare exotic bird species along the way.

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Manuel Antonio national park

Right next to the Global Environmental Studies student accommodation, you will find Manuel Antonio National Park. This popular tourist attraction is home to a variety of beautiful and rare animals. Over 100 different mammals and even more bird species are found here. Squirrel monkeys, agoutis, sloths, coatis, toucans and many more amazing animals await you in Manuel Antonio.

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Uvita

In the charming little village of Uvita, you can visit one of the most beautiful beaches in the country. This is also a popular destination for whale watching!

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Nauyaca waterfalls

After an easy hike, Costa Rica's most stunning waterfalls await, offering the perfect opportunity to take a refreshing dip or simply relax in the lush, tranquil surroundings.

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Scholarship opportunities

Each semester, we offer a select few local students the opportunity to take part in the course through our scholarship programme.

You must be a national of the country of study to be eligible.

The deadline to apply is 1 June for the autumn semester, and 1 November for the spring semester.

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