Program Overview
Program Overview
Take the plunge and spend your summer immersing yourself in Portugal.
Through rigorous courses on Portuguese culture, homestays, and various field trips and excursions, you’ll develop an appreciation of the country and its people while enjoying an intensive, exciting, and unique intercultural experience.
Study abroad in Portugal and you will:
- Live in Lisbon, the cultural and economic center of the Iberian Peninsula
- Take courses on Portuguese history and culture offered in English
- Participate in cultural activities and excursions, including visits to museums and festivals; become familiar with Portuguese history, culture, and current affairs
- Explore Sintra, Mafra, or Óbidos on a day-long trip; and spend a weekend in Évora, Porto, or Coimbra
The CIEE Difference
The CIEE Difference
Coursework
CIEE offers one English language courses per session analyzing selected aspects of urbanism, architecture, sculpture, and painting in your host city of Lisbon, and exploring identity and nationalism through literature, film, and music.
Culture
Lisbon is a culturally rich city with a vibrant theater life, a historic opera house, museums, concert venues, galleries, and a dynamic cinemathèque. You are encouraged to take advantage of the city’s cultural offerings, such as its summer festivals.
One weekend excursion and one day trip are included in each three-week study abroad session. Destinations for weekend trips may include Évora, Porto, or Coimbra. Destinations for day trips may include Sintra, Mafra, and Óbidos.
Homestays
Improve your language skills and immerse yourself in Portuguese culture by living with a local family—a truly unique and authentic experience.
Dates, Deadlines & Fees
Dates, Deadlines & Fees
We want to make sure you get the most out of your experience when you study abroad with CIEE, which is why we offer the most inclusions in our fees.
- Tuition and housing
- Pre-departure advising and optional on-site airport meet and greet
- Full-time program leadership and support
- Field trips and cultural activities
- CIEE iNext travel card which provides insurance and other travel benefits
Please note, program dates are subject to change. Please contact your CIEE Study Abroad Advisor before purchasing airfare. Click the
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Application Due
Start Date
End Date
Costs
Summer 2013 Session I (3 wks)
Extended to: 04/15/2013
06/02/2013
06/26/2013
$3,850
Program Date Notes
Program Fees
In addition to the items outlined below, the CIEE program fee includes an optional on-site airport meet and greet, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, field trips, pre-departure advising, and a CIEE iNext travel card which provides insurance and other travel benefits.
Participation Confirmation *
$300
Educational Costs **
$2,898
This breakdown has been prepared from the program budget for the purpose of calculating eligibility for financial aid. During the course of program operations, actual figures may vary. It should not, therefore, be used as a basis for calculation of refunds. CIEE reserves the right to adjust fees at any time.
Students required to study on CIEE programs through a School of Record will be charged a $340 administrative fee in addition to the Program Fees listed.
* non-refundable
** direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students
Estimated Additional Costs
Meals not included in program fee
$750
International Airfare *
$1,450
Local Transportation
$100
The estimated additional costs indicated are intended to assist students and parents in budgeting for those additional living and discretionary expenses not included in the program fee. Actual expenses will vary according to student interests and spending habits.
* round-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure
Summer 2013 Session II (3 wks)
Extended to: 04/15/2013
06/26/2013
07/20/2013
$3,850
Program Date Notes
Program Fees
In addition to the items outlined below, the CIEE program fee includes an optional on-site airport meet and greet, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, field trips, pre-departure advising, and a CIEE iNext travel card which provides insurance and other travel benefits.
Participation Confirmation *
$300
Educational Costs **
$2,898
This breakdown has been prepared from the program budget for the purpose of calculating eligibility for financial aid. During the course of program operations, actual figures may vary. It should not, therefore, be used as a basis for calculation of refunds. CIEE reserves the right to adjust fees at any time.
Students required to study on CIEE programs through a School of Record will be charged a $340 administrative fee in addition to the Program Fees listed.
* non-refundable
** direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students
Estimated Additional Costs
Meals not included in program fee
$750
International Airfare *
$1,450
Local Transportation
$100
The estimated additional costs indicated are intended to assist students and parents in budgeting for those additional living and discretionary expenses not included in the program fee. Actual expenses will vary according to student interests and spending habits.
* round-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure
Summer 2014 Session I
04/01/2014
to be announced
to be announced
Program Date Notes
Program Fees
This breakdown has been prepared from the program budget for the purpose of calculating eligibility for financial aid. During the course of program operations, actual figures may vary. It should not, therefore, be used as a basis for calculation of refunds. CIEE reserves the right to adjust fees at any time.
Students required to study on CIEE programs through a School of Record will be charged a $340 administrative fee in addition to the Program Fees listed.
Estimated Additional Costs
The estimated additional costs indicated are intended to assist students and parents in budgeting for those additional living and discretionary expenses not included in the program fee. Actual expenses will vary according to student interests and spending habits.
Summer 2014 Session II
04/01/2014
to be announced
to be announced
Program Date Notes
Program Fees
This breakdown has been prepared from the program budget for the purpose of calculating eligibility for financial aid. During the course of program operations, actual figures may vary. It should not, therefore, be used as a basis for calculation of refunds. CIEE reserves the right to adjust fees at any time.
Students required to study on CIEE programs through a School of Record will be charged a $340 administrative fee in addition to the Program Fees listed.
Estimated Additional Costs
The estimated additional costs indicated are intended to assist students and parents in budgeting for those additional living and discretionary expenses not included in the program fee. Actual expenses will vary according to student interests and spending habits.
Summer 2013 Session I, II (7 wks)
Extended to: 04/15/2013
06/02/2013
07/20/2013
$7,300
Program Date Notes
Program Fees
In addition to the items outlined below, the CIEE program fee includes an optional on-site airport meet and greet, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, field trips, pre-departure advising, and a CIEE iNext travel card which provides insurance and other travel benefits.
Participation Confirmation *
$300
Educational Costs **
$5,798
This breakdown has been prepared from the program budget for the purpose of calculating eligibility for financial aid. During the course of program operations, actual figures may vary. It should not, therefore, be used as a basis for calculation of refunds. CIEE reserves the right to adjust fees at any time.
Students required to study on CIEE programs through a School of Record will be charged a $340 administrative fee in addition to the Program Fees listed.
* non-refundable
** direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students
Estimated Additional Costs
Meals not included in program fee
$1,500
International Airfare *
$1,450
Local Transportation
$200
The estimated additional costs indicated are intended to assist students and parents in budgeting for those additional living and discretionary expenses not included in the program fee. Actual expenses will vary according to student interests and spending habits.
* round-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure
Summer 2014 Session I, II
04/01/2014
to be announced
to be announced
Program Date Notes
Program Fees
This breakdown has been prepared from the program budget for the purpose of calculating eligibility for financial aid. During the course of program operations, actual figures may vary. It should not, therefore, be used as a basis for calculation of refunds. CIEE reserves the right to adjust fees at any time.
Students required to study on CIEE programs through a School of Record will be charged a $340 administrative fee in addition to the Program Fees listed.
Estimated Additional Costs
The estimated additional costs indicated are intended to assist students and parents in budgeting for those additional living and discretionary expenses not included in the program fee. Actual expenses will vary according to student interests and spending habits.
Eligibility
Recommended Credit
Recommended Credit
Total recommended credit per session is 3 semester/4.5 quarter hours and 6 semester/9 quarter hours for two sessions.
Course contact hours are 45 hours and recommended credit is 3 semester/4.5 quarter hours per course, unless otherwise indicated.
Program Requirements
Program Requirements
Students choose one content course per session.
About the City
About The City
Lisbon is the westernmost capital in mainland Europe, at the point where the Tagus River flows into the Atlantic. Built on seven hills, Lisbon is navigated by funicular trains, an elevator, trams, buses, and the metro. The city presents interesting contrasts, from tiny one-of-a-kind shops with fading facades to mega malls; from narrow, steep, cobbled-stoned streets to wide-open vistas. Lisbon’s fascinating past can be seen in the faces of its multicultural citizens, food, architecture, and welcoming attitude towards foreigners.
Meet The Staff
Meet The Staff
Nuno Senos
Dr. Nuno Senos completed his undergraduate work at the Universidade Nova de Lisboa and received his Ph.D. in Art History from the Institute of Fine Arts, New York University. He is also a research fellow of the Center for Overseas History at FCSH. Nuno has taught in the U.S. and in Portugal. He has been a guest lecturer in the U.S., Mexico, Brazil, Italy, and Portugal. Nuno is the author of a book on the history of the former Royal Palace of Lisbon, and has written a number of articles on Portuguese and Colonial Art.
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Lisbon is a hilly city, and every hill looks down on the blue waters of the Tagus River. Lisboetas share an openness that is nurtured by the city’s proximity to the Atlantic. These days, the city that once sent the first European ships around Africa’s southern cape to India and Japan receives more people than it sends out.
A European city that has so far escaped mass tourism, Lisbon is a rare find: a fast-modernizing metropolis that has retained the allure of its colorful history. This welcoming city poses interesting challenges to the curious of mind, challenges that have as much to do with the rich Atlantic culture of which Portugal has been traditionally a part, as they do with the larger processes of globalization and European integration.
At the CIEE Study Center in Lisbon, you will be immersed in a new language and culture, which we encourage you to savor. You will think of Portuguese as an opportunity to explore old and new interests under a rich new light. Our southern European sun is, after all, a brilliant one.
— Nuno Senos, Resident Director
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Luisa Caldas
Luísa Castro Caldas, Resident Coordinator, has a degree in Art History and an M.A. in Urban Heritage from the Universidade Nova de Lisboa. She has been involved in Youth Peace Education for more than two decades in an international NGO which makes working with CIEE a familiar and pleasant challenge.
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Where You'll Study
Where You'll Study
The Universidade Nova de Lisboa (UNL) is a public institution of higher learning founded in 1977 with the goal of contributing to the renewal of higher education in Portugal. It has five faculties, including the School of Social Sciences and Humanities (FCSH), where the summer study abroad program is primarily based. FCSH is a multidisciplinary unit that promotes diversity of knowledge, creativity, and freedom of thought. Facilities at FCSH include the central library, computer facilities, and bookstore, and a student association, drama group, and group devoted to traditional Portuguese music.
Housing & Meals
Housing & Meals
Study abroad students are housed in homestays located a short commute from FCSH where CIEE courses are held. Students have their own bedrooms and are given full access to bathroom and kitchen facilities.
Meals are not included in the program fee and are the responsibility of the student. Students can cook in their homestays or eat in the subsidized cafeterias at UNL.
Orientations
Orientations
A three-day orientation session conducted in Lisbon at the beginning of the program will introduce you to the city, culture, and academic program, as well as provide practical information about living in Lisbon. Ongoing support is provided by CIEE staff on an individual and group basis throughout the program.
Internet
Internet
You are encouraged to bring a wireless-enabled laptop. Internet access in the homestays is guaranteed. Most areas in the University have wireless Internet, and computer rooms are also available for your use.
Academics
Academics
The Language and Culture summer program focuses on Portuguese culture and history. Special emphasis is placed on Lisbon within a broad global context. Courses include experiential activities and field visits. Students may participate in one three-week session starting in late-May, one three-week session starting in mid-June, or both.
Academic Culture
Courses meet daily, Monday through Friday, for three hours. The academic calendar includes dates for mandatory trips scheduled out of Lisbon. This hands-on learning experience contributes greatly to the student’s experience abroad. Instruction is interactive and dynamic. Many lectures take place in situ, so that students can feel part of the culture they are studying.
While extracurricular activities and personal travel contribute greatly to the student’s overall European experience, attendance is mandatory for all classes and required events. Early departure for, and/or late return from, personal trips on weekends is not permitted. Any extended travel should take place prior to the start of the program or upon completion of the program.
Nature of Classes
Participants take classes with other CIEE study abroad students only.
CIEE Community Language Commitment
As students gain proficiency in Portuguese, resident staff encourage them to use their language skills in everyday settings. This fosters a learning community that contributes to both Portuguese language proficiency and understanding of Portuguese society.
Grading System
Students are normally graded on the basis of class participation, papers, small quizzes, and a final examination. With attendance mandatory, unexcused absences are reflected in a participant’s final grade. Class participation is essential in most courses; some courses require students to complete individual projects, which they present in class.
Language of Instruction
English
Faculty
Courses are taught by faculty or postdoctoral fellows of the FCSH and UNL.
Course Description
Course Description
All Courses
Note: This course listing is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a contract between CIEE and any applicant, student, institution, or other party. The courses, as described, may be subject to change as a result of ongoing curricular revisions, assignment of lecturers and teaching staff, and program development. Courses may be cancelled due to insufficient enrollment.
CIEE Study Center Syllabi
To view the most recent syllabi for courses taught by CIEE at our Study Centers, visit our syllabi site.
CIEE Content Courses
Session I
AHIS 3001 LISU
Lisbon: City and Architecture
(in English, Session I)
How did Lisbon achieve its present form? This course covers the history of Lisbon from Roman times to the present, analyzing selected aspects of urbanism, architecture, sculpture, and painting, and their relationship with their particular historic context. Students have direct contact with documents by reading primary sources and analyzing the works of art in loco. This course enhances students’ understanding of Portuguese art history and gives them tools to read any work of art.
Session II
HIST 3001 LISU
Contemporary Portugal: Identity and Nationalism through Literature, Film, and Music
(in English, Session II)
This course provides a general overview of Portuguese modern urban culture. The selected topics follow a chronological order from the end of the 19th century to present day. The objects of analysis vary from literature to cinema, among other products of mass culture, thus allowing for an inclusive reading of culture in its social, historical, and political context.
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