University of Oaxaca

· All classes in Oaxaca are taught at the University of Oaxaca (UABJO)

· Language classes and electives are offered by the prestigious language branch of the university

· Located in the historic center of Oaxaca and only a few blocks south of the famous Zócalo, or central plaza

· The university has a relaxed atmosphere, a spacious library, computer center and comfortable classroom space

· We create student activities that combined with the attractive campus, provide an unforgettable study abroad experience

Courses & Academic Paths

Summer Programs:

College Credit: 6 credits hours or 9 quarter units
Choose 1 of the following course options:

Option 1 - Intensive Spanish Language & Elective
Choose 1 Spanish Language Class and 1 Elective (up to 90 classroom contact hours)
Option 2 - Intensive Spanish Language
Choose 2 Spanish Language Classes (up to 120 classroom contact hours)
Option 3 - Electives
Choose 2 Electives (90 classroom contact hours)

Semester Programs:

College Credit: 15 credits hours or 22 quarter units
Choose 1 of the following course options:

Option 1 - Intensive Spanish Language
Choose 4 Spanish Language Classes (taught in consecutive order - 210 contact hours)
Option 2 - Intensive Spanish Language & Electives
Mix & Match up to 5 Spanish Language Classes & Electives (up to 255 contact hours)
Option 3 - Classes with Locals
Mix & Match up to 5 Spanish Language Classes, Electives & Classes with Locals (up to 225 contact hours)

Intensive Spanish Program, Winter Break Programs & Spring Break Programs:

College Credit: up to 4 credits hours or 6 quarter units
Choose: Choose 1 Spanish Language Class OR 1 Elective (up to 60 classroom contact hours)

Beginner I

Beginner II

Intermediate I

Intermediate II

Advanced I

Advanced II

Latin American Literature

Latin American Poetry

Mexican Literature

Medical Spanish

Mexican Civilization and Culture

Screen Writing

Painting I & II

Advanced Composition

Drawing I & II

History of Mesoamerica

Mexican Woman Writers

Creative Writing

Human Rights in Mexico

Mexican Cinema

Mexican Theater

Mexican History

Mexican Literature 20th Century

Business Spanish

Narrative of the Mexican Revolution

Mexican Economy

Mexican Poetry of the 20th Century

Contemporary Mexican Women Writers

Contemporary Mexico

Mexican Art History

Mexico-US Relations: 19th and 20th century

Mexican Short Story

Contemporary Mexican Women Film Directors