Fast Facts
Puebla City, Mexico (pop. 2.2 million)
Student Enrollment: 11,000
Language of instruction: Spanish
www.upaep.mx/
Course information
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Location
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Puebla has a population of two million. It is the fourth largest city in Mexico and is considered one of the most important and beautiful colonial cities in the country. The historic center of the city still contains much Spanish Colonial architecture and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Puebla is a good place to introduce oneself into Mexican traditions and culture.
Program Type
Academic year or semester exchanges
ISEP-Exchange for International students.
ISEP-Exchange for US students.
Program Dates
Academic year: mid August to early May; Semester 1: mid August to early December; Semester 2: mid-January to early May.
Programs
Option 1: ISEP-Exchange-Regular University Courses (Spanish):
Academic Year and Semester Exchanges
Students who meet the language requirement may take Regular University Courses offered in Spanish which include:
Arts: architecture, art history, design & advertising, graphic design, film studies and audiovisual production.
Business: business administration and logistics, economics, international trade, hospitality management, marketing, finance, accounting, culinary art.
Health Sciences: dentistry, medicine, nursing, occupational therapy, nutrition.
Social Sciences: communications, journalism, law, political science, international relations.
Humanities: pedagogy, philosophy, psychology, literature and history.
Science and Engineering: agronomy [animal & plant sciences], veterinary, chemical, civil and environmental engineering, biotechnology. Industrial, mecatronics, electronics, bionics, autoparts manufacture, automotive design, software and computer systems engineering. Information Technology.
Option 2: ISEP-Exchange-Spanish as a Second Language and Regular University Courses (English): Spanish as a Second Language courses are offered at a variety of different levels. Taken in addition with courses offered in English (see below), and Community Service Learning courses for credit, students will be able to register full time.
Courses taught in English
Courses offered in English vary from one semester to another. Examples of courses taught in the past include: Sustainable architecture; European Studies; North American Studies; Comparative Business Law; Asian, African and Middle Eastern Studies; Information Systems; Telemetry; Systems of Government; Consumer Behavior; Cuantatative Research; Seismic Engineering; Nutrition Evaluation; Introduction to Nutrition; Psychiatry; Immunology; International Private Law; Judicial Topics in Mexico; Legal System in Mexico; European Law; Asia; Political History of North America; Esthetics of Documentary Film; Classic Models of Narrative and Drama; Campaign Evaluation; Promotional Advertising Strategies. For the most current list, consult ISEP.
Housing and Meals
Students can choose between two housing options: homestay or residence hall. Depending on their choice, meals are given together with a montly stipend.
Profile
Founded in 1973 the UPAEP was established at the request of the people of Puebla in order to serve the people in the community. The University is noted for its academic excellence and the number of accredited programs as well as for its Institutional Development Strength.
UPAEP's urban main campus, only 15 minutes away from historical downtown, facilitates collaboration between the community and students. Campus facilities include a fully equipped computer center, library center, film center, gymnasium, outdoor pool, and other sports facilities. The university is known for its basketball and soccer teams, and student groups are active in theater, dance, chorus, speech and debate, photography, and animation. Total university-level enrollment: 8,000.
ISEP-Exchange programs allow students to participate in reciprocal exchanges with students at ISEP member institutions worldwide, while paying their home university tuition. Students attending US universities that are ISEP-Exchange members are eligible to apply for these programs at other international ISEP-Exchange member universities. Chances of placement vary by location.
ISEP-Direct programs allow students to enroll directly in a host institution abroad, instead of exchanging places with another student. Chances of placement are typically excellent for qualified applicants and some sites offer special academic programs and excursions. Students attending US universities that are either ISEP-Exchange members or ISEP-Direct members can participate in ISEP-Direct programs abroad.
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