Best Course Studies in History 2017. Course: The Jamaican Cultural Immersion Programme This programme is a two (2) week long, three (3) credit offering which explores the Jamaican culture through an intensive (on-campus) study and field experience. Topics include overviews of the linguistic, historical, geographical, socio-political, economic, and artistic expressions of the country. [-]

Course description: The seminar consists of critical reading and thematic and formal analysis of Latin American stories that best represent the diversity of gender in the XIX, XX and XXI centuries. On the one hand, we will explore the story as a literary genre in Latin America through the theory, techniques and production of so-called "masters of the short story" Quiroga, Cortazar, Borges, Rulfo, Donoso and García Márquez. On the other hand, we analyze the story in direct relation to the literary tradition, social context, the historical moment and specific literature search of each author and movement. We pay special attention, but not exclusively, the writers of the baroque and neo-baroque -Alejo Cuban Carpentier, Jose Lezama Lima, Reinaldo Arenas and Virgilio Piñera for this generation be a turning point in Latin American literature in general. In addition, we will dedicate the last part of the course to the study of short stories written by women Luisa Valenzuela, Cristina Peri Rossi and Zoé Valdés, among others to evaluate the concept of -individual and social identity and multiple masks. The stories will be approached from a historical and social perspective stylistic, aesthetic and structural -aspects theoretical, technical, literary and. In turn, in some specific cases, we adapt the text to the screen in order to open a dialogue between literature and cinema. Objectives: The main objective of this course is to give students the social base, the historical framework and the relevant aesthetic movement for critical reading of texts. In addition to... [-]

Best Course Studies in History 2017. Portuguese Semester at FAAP in São Paulo, Brazil Portuguese Semester at a glance City: São Paulo Host Institution: FAAP Duration: Semester Course Hours & Credits: 260 hours (12-17 credits) Language of Instruction: Portuguese Minimum Portuguese Proficiency: Beginner Minimum GPA: 2.5/4.0 Portuguese Semester at FAAP Fundação Armando Alvares Penteado (FAAP) in São Paulo is not only one of Brazil’s most respected higher education institutions, it is also one of the most renowned centers for supporting arts and culture in the state of São Paulo. This combination makes it the perfect place to deepen your language skills and cultural immersion by participating in BridgeAbroad’s Portuguese Semester at FAAP. This semester-long study abroad program utilizes full-immersion instruction to build Portuguese language skills by learning about Brazil’s history, culture, politics, and literature. São Paulo is a perfect setting for a study abroad program that values learning through cultural experiences, and frequent lectures and excursions that will help to bring the city’s vast resources to life. What makes São Paulo unique? As anyone who reads the Business section of the newspaper knows, Brazil is surging. And nowhere is the country’s dazzling rise more evident than in its capital of commerce, São Paulo. An Alpha Global City, São Paulo’s currently the tenth richest metropolitan center on Earth, and it’s projected to beat out Paris and rise to number six by 2025. This extravagant growth doesn’t just make for an amazing business case study; it’s also flooded the city with the... [-]

Chinese Language Autumn Course OVERVIEW We offer non-degree Chinese language courses for beginner, elementary, intermediate, and advanced learners. Our autumn semester course starts on 3 September and runs until January. Class hours are Monday to Friday with 12 hours of lessons per week plus several Chinese cultural sessions and HSK workshops. Come to XJTLU to learn the most widely-spoken language in the world, as well experience local Chinese culture. WHY STUDY OUR CHINESE LANGUAGE SHORT COURSES? SMALL CLASS SIZES Small class sizes allow for more active participation and attention to individual student needs. TAILORED TO YOUR LEVEL As part of our unique model of instruction we cover HSK 1-5, with the possibility of studying higher levels if there is sufficient demand. You will be enrolled into the appropriate level for your needs. Classes combine a communicative approach with task-based teaching and learning in the classroom. EXPERIENCED TEACHING STAFF Our award-winning Chinese language tutors are fully certified to teach Mandarin Chinese and have substantial experience teaching Chinese as a foreign language both in China and internationally. DEDICATED LANGUAGE PARTNER You will be paired with a native-speaking language partner who will help you practice Chinese, review new vocabulary, or even adapt to local life. FIELD TRIPS You will take part in field trips locally in Suzhou or in other cities to help you gain an insight into traditional Chinese culture. KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS Learn on modules that combine a communicative approach with task-based teaching to enhance your Chinese language skills Pair up... [-]

Best Course Studies in History 2017. Intensive Group Class For Adults LANGUAGE COURSES PRICING FROM RMB 81 Course Features Monday-Friday Short-term-study basics Students grouped by levels Focus on listening & speaking skills SHANGHAI CAMPUS BEIJING CAMPUS [-]

Please be aware, you must enroll as a full time student at The American College of Norway and that means that you must study 5 of our courses (Totaling 15 credit). We will communicate with you to discuss which of our other courses you would like to include. A study of Greek prehistory and history to the end of the Hellenistic era. Greek achievements in art, commerce, literature, politics, religion, science, and technology are surveyed. [-]

Best Course Studies in History 2017. Overview There is something irresistible about London. Maybe it’s the sights like Big Ben or the Tower Bridge that already feel familiar. Or the international character that is evident in every neighborhood, where people of different cultural, ethnic, and socio-economic backgrounds live and work together. Whatever it is that has drawn you to London, don’t look back now—London awaits! This is your chance to live and learn alongside students from the UK and around the world by directly enrolling at the School of Oriental and African Studies, University of London (SOAS). IES Abroad London is dedicated to enhancing your study abroad experience with superior student services and opportunities to fully experience life in London. Our staff in London will help you make the most of your experience abroad. London will be your classroom. Involvement in the local community or a student club enriches your learning experiences and provides excellent opportunities for cultural integration. We want you to feel at home in England, so we do everything we can to help you integrate into life in London. Our housing options provide you opportunities to meet and make new friends, while our cultural events familiarize you with the city of London. Quick Facts Center: IES Abroad London City: London Country: England Program Credits: 16 per semester Language of Instruction: English Language Prerequisites: None Program Dates After you are admitted, refer to the Travel Dates section of the Predeparture Information in your MyIESabroad account before booking travel.... [-]

Senior University Program aimed at UMA

The University is the largest institution in the transmission of culture and promotion of research and the right context to develop training programs throughout life. No wonder the university is being lead in the development of programs for people over 50 years.

La Salle University Center following this trend, has in its training with the elderly, because university aims to be a modern and open society. This program is characterized as being in line with the challenges of the future university.In this regard the University Senior program UMa La Salle is characterized by a methodology that enhances personal resources and relies on new technology, which aims to teach learning priority, which promotes a positive social image of the elderly and intergenerational dialogue through active participation in the dynamics of the center. ... [-]

Best Course Studies in History 2017. The extensive range of studio arts, design, conservation, art history, and Italian culture and language courses provides our students with the means to meet their individual educational needs while connecting them with the rich cultural heritage of Italy. The student body is comprised of students enrolled at US universities and at institutions in other countries. In both Fall and Spring, a student can enroll in five classes for a total of 15 credits. During these terms advanced students may be eligible to take a directed independent study or traineeship in a design firm, museum, or gallery. As part of their classes, SACI students often create artwork for local hospitals and human rights organizations, and restore major art treasures that are a part of Italy’s cultural heritage. Outside of class, student volunteers can teach English at elementary schools, serve as English-language museum guides, and assist at human rights agencies. In addition to visiting many famous Italian cities over the course of the year, students visit local Florentine museums and historic sites on numerous academic field trips offered each term. Students visit artists’ and designers’ studios, private collections, galleries, art fairs, and theaters. They have access to modern and historic art collections, research libraries, and contemporary art museums. Academic Year and Semester Abroad Program students enjoy many opportunities to exhibit their artwork in SACI’s two galleries. The Academic Year Abroad culminates in a major end-of-year student exhibition which serves as an opportunity for students to display... [-]

Course - Historical science and political practice in Russia

Language: English/French

Time of course: Spring

Course structure: The course is devoted to the experience of development of Russian historical science in the political conditions of soviet and contemporary Russian époque. It presents the main problems of historical researches concerned the political, economical and intellectual history of Russia during the period of XIX – XX centuries. In the terms of historiographic sources there will be analyzed not only the scientific works (books, articles) but also the works of political and ideological leaders made the great influence on the soviet historical science.   ... [-]

Best Course Studies in History 2017. 日本ルーテル神学校 人間解放の福音を伝える伝道者、魂の癒しをもたらす牧会者 経済も科学技術もすばらしく発達したのに、人間一人ひとりが幸せになったとは実感できない世の中です。むしろ、人の和が弱まり、心を病む人が増え、生きる目的が見えにくくなっています。愛が冷め、希望が不確かになってきています。宗教さえも胡散臭い眼で見られる時代です。だからこそ、人間を深く見つめ、しかも絶対者である神さまの前で、その光の中で見直し、真の人間性を取り戻すための神の言葉を聴いていきたいのです。人間を蝕む罪から解放し、魂にみずみずしい喜びを回復できるように、この世界に愛と慈しみ、正義と平和が増し加わるように、祈る人、語り働く人が必要です。神学校はそのための牧師養成を行います。 宗教改革の伝統に堅く立って 宗教改革者マルティン・ルター（ルーテル）の信仰と神学の流れを汲むルーテル教会の伝道者・牧会者を養成するために、1909（明治42）年に創立されました。宗教改革のスローガン「信仰のみ、恵みのみ、聖書のみ」が神学校のモットーです。聖書を原語であるへブル語、ギリシャ語で深く学び、堅実な福音主義神学に立ち、教会の現場でしっかりと役に立つ実践力を養うことを目指します。 多彩な神学生たち 本学にはルーテル学院大学キリスト教学科から進学してくる若者だけではなく、他大学からまっすぐに神学校にくる人、さまざまな社会人経験を経て第二の人生を求めて転進してくる幅広い年齢層の人たちがいます。男性も女性も、独身も既婚者も、いろいろな背景と条件の人たちが4年制の神学校で学んでいます。 日本ルーテル神学校とはこんな学校です 来年創立100年の長い伝統をもつ神学校。4年制大学（ルーテル学院大学・神学科）と最初の 2年間は並行、さらにその上に2年間、専門職としての牧師・伝道者になるための仕上げの訓練を受ける教育機関です。制度上は各種学校になりますが、そこでの学問レベルは修士課程と同等であるよう努めていますし、現に本校の卒業生は海外に留学する際は、アメリカでいうＭ.Ｄｉｖ.（マスター・オブ・ディヴィニティ、神学修士）修了と同等とみなされて博士課程に進むことができます。 学校の概要 設立母体は、キリスト教プロテスタントの源流であるルター（ルーテル）派教会、日本福音ルーテル教会と日本ルーテル教団です。両教会がその教会で働く牧師・伝道者の養成のために始めた塾のような形での神学教育がその起こりです。今は、学校法人ルーテル学院が経営するルーテル学院大学とともに、緑豊かな武蔵野の一角で、教会の霊的指導者としての信仰と学問と専門技術とを身につける４年間の一貫教育です。 七千坪の校地・文化勲章受賞の村野藤吾氏設計の校舎・共同生活を営む寮などは大学と共用です。 2014年度の在学生は現在14名（全員男性)。校長は石居基夫教授（学部教授と兼務）です。 教育内容 学部レベルに相当する基礎的な神学教育2年を了えてからさらに2年、この2年では、より実践的な訓練とより高度な神学の学び、学問と実践の総合とが目指されます。 34単位分の科目を履修し、そのほかに卒業論文（修士論文レベル）と宣教研修（7ヶ月）が課されます。 具体的には、聖書学と説教学の総合としての説教学演習では、まず原語（ギリシャ語、ヘブル語）の聖書本文からの釈義をし、実際の教会の礼拝で説教し、牧師も交えて厳しく振り返ります。 2年次の秋には、10週間にわたって臨床牧会教育（ＣＰＥ）を病院などで専門家の指導のもとに受け、牧会者・伝道者にふさわしい人格の形成と、他者への援助の実際を体験的に学びます。 3年次の7月半ばから翌年2月半ばまでの７カ月間は、全国各地にある教会のひとつに身を置き、その教会でじっくりと宣教研修を受けます。牧師また信徒たちからの指導とアドバイスを受けながらの実地訓練です。 そのほか、神学総合演習をはじめとする神学諸分野の教科を学ぶのは言うまでもありません。仕上げの最もたるものに、1年半かけてじっくり指導を受けながら自ら取り組んだテーマを研究してまとめる卒業論文があります。 礼拝・信仰訓練 しかし、何と言っても神学校です。学校生活の中心は毎日の礼拝であり、朝夕の祈りです。共同体の中で、福音宣教に生涯身を捧げる訓練を受けつつ、キリストへの信仰を深めていくのです。 1.入学・編入学の受験資格と定員 1年次入学　定員：10名 大学を卒業した者（見込みを含む） 受洗後3年以上の教会生活をしている者で、日本福音ルーテル教会あるいは日本ルーテル教団の牧師および教会の推薦がある者 2年次編入学　定員：若干名 上記に加え、他神学教育機関で一定の単位を履修している者（詳細は個別に相談） 2.試験 ＜１年次入学＞ 聖書、信仰経歴を含む自らの召命に関する小論文（出願時に提出）、面接 ※聖書の試験は、聖書知識について行なう ＜２年次編入学＞ 聖書、英語、選択科目、信仰経歴を含む自らの召命に関する小論文（出願時に提出）、面接 ※聖書の試験は、旧新約緒論について行なう ※選択科目は、教会史、教義学、キリスト教倫理の中から志願者が前もって選択する１科目 3.応募手続き （1）必要書類 入学願書 履歴書（学歴、職歴） 最終出身学校の成績証明書 信仰経歴を含む自らの召命に関する小論文（A4版1頁1,200字×5枚程度） 所属教会の牧師および役員会による推薦書（推薦者が厳封のこと） ※母教会から離れた地で現在教会生活を送っている者は、その教会の牧師の推薦書を合わせて2通提出すること。 宛名用紙ラベル2枚（本人の連絡先を明記したもの） 振込金受取書のコピー ※１、２、５、６は本学指定の書式に従う。 （2）願書提出期間 2017年1月10日（火）～1月17日（火） 郵送の場合　当日消印有効 持参の場合　2017年1月10日（火）～1月17日（火） 9時～16時30分のみ受付 ※但し、平日11時45分～12時45分(昼休)と、土日の受付はしておりません （3）提出先 日本ルーテル神学校　入試事務局（トリニティホール1F 総合オフィス） （4）入学検定料 35,000円（銀行振込） 振込先　みずほ銀行　三鷹支店　 普通預金口座　0818834 口座名義　学校法人ルーテル学院 （振込金受取書を領収書にかえる） ※但し、入学検定料はルーテル学院大学卒業生および、在学生（卒業見込みの者）は免除する。 4.試験日・発表日および入学手続き （1）試験日 2017年2月13日（月）　学科試験　　　於：本学 ＜1年次入学＞ 13：00～13：50　聖書（聖書知識） ＜2年次編入学＞ 13：00～13：50　聖書（旧新約緒論） 14：05～14：55　英語 15：10～16：00　選択科目（教会史、教義学、キリスト教倫理） 2017年2月14日（火）　面接試験　　　於：本学 10：00～　受験生全員 ※面接開始時間は、受験生数によって早まることもありますので受験票で確認して下さい。 （2）合格発表 2017年2月14日（火）　午後3時（トリニティホール１階　神学校掲示板） ※合否の通知及び入学手続き書類は、翌日15日に速達で発送。 （3）入学手続き期間 2017年2月17日（金）～2月27日（月）　当日消印有効 5.学生納付金等 （1）学生納付金は以下の通り。 入学金　100,000円（入学時）　授業料　800,000円（年間） 設備費　80,000円（年間） 施設費　100,000円（入学時） 合計　1,080,000円 ※この他、学生会費（4年間分）10,000円及び在学中の災害傷害保険料として一年あたり530円が必要。詳細は入学手続き時に連絡。 （2）ルーテル学院大学卒業生および卒業見込みの者、並びに在学生は入学金を免除する。 （3）大学の科目を履修する者は、大学にとっては科目等履修生として扱われ、その聴講料は免除する。但し、教会音楽実技、コンピュータ関連科目等の指導費、さらに海外研修等特別なプログラムに要する費用は履修登録等により、別途徴収する。 （4）学生会費については編入学年に応じて生ずる返金分が入学後に返金される。 （5）入学試験合格者で、学生納付金納入後に入学辞退を願い出る者は、2017年3月31日17時までに入試事務局に連絡の上、必要な手続きをして下さい。手続き後、入学金を除く学生納付金及び手続書類を返還いたします。 6.教会奨学金（日本福音ルーテル教会・日本ルーテル教団） （1）日本福音ルーテル教会の神学校教育委員会によって入学した４月にその教会の教職志願神学生と認定され、奨学金の貸与が決定されたら、年間120万円を上限に入学金を除く学生納付金、入寮費・寮費のために奨学金を申請に基づき貸与される。第Ⅱ期（3-4年次）には食費年36万円も貸与される。ただし、第Ⅱ期に貸与された奨学金（食費を除く）は、教職としての在職年数に応じて返還が免除され、在職15年以上の場合全額免除となる。なお、この教会奨学金受給を申請する予定者で上記5-(1)の学生納付金の内、入学金を除く学生納付金の納入が出来ない者は上記4-(3)の入学手続期間中に「学生納付金延納・分納願」を所定の様式により提出することとする。 （2）日本ルーテル教団の神学教育委員会によってその教団の教職志願神学生として認められた場合、神学校の学費、寮費、食費相当額の奨学金が支給される。 7.学生寮 （1）JELC神学生（男女）、NRK女子神学生は、神学生寮[ルター寮（男子寮）、マルガレータハウス（女子寮）]に入ることが原則となっている。特別の事情がある場合、JELC神学教育委員会に申し出ること。 （2）NRK男子神学生はNRK神学校教育委員会の指導のもとにルターハウス（府中市）に入る（ただし、2017年前期はルター寮に入寮）。 [-]

Italian Language Course Programs Learn and study Italian in Italy at our Centre for Italian Studies: Italian full immersion programs & intensive Italian language programs, Italian language group courses, intensive Italian lessons. Our Italian language course programs have been developed from a communicative based approach and focuses on the four language abilities (listening, speaking, reading, writing). Our first goal is communication, both oral and written. Our courses are structured to conform with the European standards set by ALTE (Association of Language Testers in Europe) and by the Council of Europe. Our reference teaching methodology is communicativism .We do think that language analyses is also important. For this reasons we divide our standard course in two parts: "Language Analyses" and "Communicative Tasks".The language analyses activities include controlled oral and written production, while the communicative tasks involve listening and reading comprehension and free oral and written activities. Italian Language courses taught at Babilonia - Center for Italian Language and Culture are full immersion classes. Language classes are conducted in the Italian language exclusively to accelerate learning. Since Babilonia students are from around the world and all students do not speak English, the "lingua franca" (common language for communication among students) is Italian. Our faculty draw materials from a variety of authentic reading, video and audio sources as well as a variety of Italian language textbooks. The focus is to introduce students to current language usage. The didactic methodology follows the curriculum set by the Common Framework of European Languages. Intensive Italian language... [-]

Best Course Studies in History 2017. The School for Curatorial Studies Venice is an ambitious and challenging project promoted since 2004 and conceived as a school committed to experimentation and interdisciplinary thinking. The main goals are to spread knowledge in the field of visual arts and to introduce the students to the professions related to the art world, focusing on contemporary curatorial theory and practice and contemporary museology. The School’s activities are meant for all those interested and passionate of art, graduate students or professionals who want to deepen their knowledge and improve their practical skills. The staff is formed by Italian and international professionals, scholars, historians and art critics of recognized experience. The Summer course in Curatorial Practice is an English-taught, intensive program on the history of contemporary visual arts and practices of exhibition-making, taking place during the 56th International Art Biennale of Venice curated by Okwui Enwezor. Through interdisciplinary lectures, the course provides practical training and experience within museums and exhibition settings. Its international faculty includes curators and museum professionals, artists and critics. The course is designed to increase the students understanding of the intellectual and technical tasks of the curator figure related to the set up of exhibitions and projects. The lectures cover both theoretical and practical topics that go from History of Exhibition to Exhibition Management. The students participate in weekly activities such as artist studio visits, tours of exhibition spaces, networking events, and workshops with a variety of experts and practitioners. The program culminates with... [-]

Course in History of philosophy with environmental philosophy Study location: Buenos Aires, Argentina In Buenos Aires we offer the History of philosophy with environmental philosophy. In addition, you select one of the following topics; Spanish; Corporate Social Responsibility - CSR. The studies are offered in collaboration with Universidad Nacional de San Martin. The History of Philosophy with environmental philosophy The History of Philosophy with environmental philosophy in Argentina gives 15 credits. The subject provides students with an introduction to the history of philosophy. During this introduction, it is a pervasive focus on how the philosophy has shaped the perception of the human relationship to nature. Students will get an introduction to selected basic problems in philosophy and research. Central and influential contribution in the history of philosophy are analyzed and discussed. The topic focuses on the precursors to modern society, such as the development of science, scientific recognition and understanding. The overall realization students get, is used to explore how philosophy can work as an actor for change in a time of great challenges related to environmental issues. Important themes Philosophy and History of Science Ethics Philosophy of Science Argumentation Theory The History of Philosophy, is combined with one of the following courses: Spanish CSR - Corporate Social Responsibility Argentinian history Overall you will attain 30 credits Objectives & Learning Outcomes Knowledge The candidate will: have knowledge of key questions related to knowledge and moral practices, as they are answered throughout the history of ideas, and be able to relate... [-]

Best Course Studies in History 2017. History (Late Modern) A Level Full-time Examining Board: AQA History is fascinating. You can develop your own ideas, examine historical issues and engage in debates. You will analyse sources critically, make comparative judgements and test your opinions. This A Level course will be offered as a two year programme. Topics covered include America and the Vietnam war During the first year you will study Tsarist and Communist Russia, 1855–1964. In the upper sixth you will complete a study of British history between 1951 and 2007, with a focus on the domestic political situation and the economic and social context. An important part of your second year is the study of c100 years of the history of the British Empire which you will use as a basis for your coursework extended essay of c3500 words. Very good, informative and fun lessons. History is always a subject to be looked forward to. A Level History (Late Modern) student To do this course you need the following: Standard college entry requirements: 5 GCSEs at grade C or above, including Maths and English Language [-]