Argentina

Global Media

(Internship Option) Buenos Aires, Argentina

Faculty Leader Patrick Burkart

pburkart@tamu.edu 862-3750

Bolton 205B

Summer 1, 2011 May 16 – June 23

ACADEMIC INFORMATION

Courses:

COMM 335: Intercultural Communication (3 hours)

COMM 458: Global Media (3 hours)

COMM 685: Graduate Independent Study(3 hours)

Note: All students must register for at least 6 credit

hours to be eligible for financial aid

Eligibility Requirements: All Study Abroad programs

require a minimum 2.0 GPR & good academic standing

Approval of the professor

Must attend ALL program specific orientations

Description:

The courses provide

students with direct expo-

sure to professionals work-

ing and researching in the

communication sector.

Students interview and

research case studies in

Buenos Aires, which is a

global communications

nexus in Latin America. Students learn the key institu-

tions of MERCOSUR, communication skills, and cultural

literacy from researchers and professors from Argentine

universities. Lectures will occur at the University of

Belgrano.

Internship Option

Students may spend summer session II participating in

an internship program in Buenos Aires, Argentina.

CONTACTS

Creation & maintenance of this flyer is

partially funded by your Student Service Fee.

Study Abroad Advisor Angelina Fonseca

afonseca@ipomail.tamu.edu 979-845-0544

Study Abroad Programs Office

1st Floor Bizzell Hall West

If you’re just getting started, please take the time to explore our website.

There you will find more valuable resources and infor-

mation about the application process and our pro-grams for you and your parents.

The Study Abroad website can be found at:

http://studyabroad.tamu.edu

ABOUT THE PROGRAM

Location:

Buenos Aires is the capital of

Argentina and second largest

city in South America after São

Paulo. The city’s history and

architecture were influenced by

Italian, German, and Spanish

immigrants. The city is sepa-

rated into about 12 major

neighborhoods with prestigious

universities, museums, and

theatre art centers. The sub-

way is easy to use, and going

for walks in the many parks

gives you a chance to see

Argentine life.

Activities:

Gaucho ranch tour

Iguaçu Falls Tour

Buenos Aires city tour

El Tigre River delta tour

Museum tour

Optional tango classes

Optional soccer game

PROGRAM FEES

Cost:

The following chart estimates the total out of pocket expenses

a student may have participating in this program. Costs are

subject to change upon official approval of program

budget.

** The Estimated Program Fee listed above is subject to

change based on final program arrangements, number of

students and currency exchange rate.

Funding is available in many forms. For complete infor-

mation on funding opportunities, please visit the Study

Abroad Program Office, or refer to the Funding section

on our website http://studyabroad.tamu.edu

Scholarships

The Study Abroad Programs Office offers 2 scholarship

programs: the International Education Fee Scholarship

and the Study Abroad Fellowship. These awards are

based on merit or financial need. Application deadlines

are listed on the website. Applications will be available

through Scholarships and Financial Aid at the following

website: https://scholarships.tamu.edu/uwideapp/

Financial Aid

Federal and state financial aid and some scholarships

may often be used toward the cost of TAMU study

abroad programs. Students can contact their program’s

Study Abroad Advisor to obtain a copy of a Budget Re-

quest Form. Students can and should talk with a Finan-

cial Aid Counselor at 845-3236 for more information.

Sponsorships:

Many students studying abroad raise money through

their own personal connections and networking. The

Study Abroad Programs Office has made arrangements

with the Scholarships & Financial Aid Office to have

such donations sent directly to Texas A&M in his/her

name to be applied directly to tuition and fees. Some

donors will request receipts they can use for tax pur-

poses. For more information see the Sponsorships in-

formation under the Funding section of our website

http://studyabroad.tamu.edu

FUNDING

Estimated Program Fee** (subject to change) Billed to University Account

4,575

Lodging , Excursions, Tours and Field Trips and 3,575

In-Country Transportation provided by ISA

International Health Insurance (HTH) 50

SAPO Administrative Fee 360

Miscellaneous Program Expenses (tips, wire trans-fers, supplies)

160

Some Meals 50

Portion of Faculty Expenses (travel, lodging, meals) 380

Additional Expenses—not included in the Program Fee

3,425

Tuition & Fees (In-state resident for 6 credit hours) 1700

International Airfare 1300

Travel Documents (passport & visas) 125

Some Meals (not included in Program Fee) 200

Textbooks & Supplies 100

Personal Spending Varies

TOTAL ESTIMATED COST 8,000