Because of our prestige Because we are well connected with the world Because of our campus Because we are multilingual Because of our environment Because we are accessible Because we take good care of you throughout your stay Because we want to share this experience with you Because we are committed to Europe Reasons to come the UIB Because WE ARE THE UIB

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Tel: (+34) 971 17 24 44 [email protected] http://cursosestiu.uib.cat Welcome, University of 1/ Because of our prestige The University of the Balearic Islands invites you to learn As an institution committed to excellence and quality, the UIB languages in privileged comes high up in all the university rankings. We are the number surroundings, where the peace, two university in in terms of research quality; the sixth in tranquillity and well-being of terms of productivity, the eighth in teaching and the eighteenth (1) Mediterranean living come in technological development and innovation . We are also together in perfect harmony with the second most published university in the country in terms a work-oriented environment of international collaborations; and the published papers and designed to educate, generate books by our staff have positioned us as the sixth most highly knowledge and innovate, while ranked university in the country in terms of the frequency of always aspiring to excellence in international scholarly references to our publications (2). We research and quality. 10 are among the top ten universities worldwide in tourism Reasons research (3); and, moreover, we are the coordinators of the As you are captivated by the Euro-Mediterranean Tourism and Water Campus. striking Serra de Tramuntana Mountains, which became a UNESCO World Heritage Llorenç Huguet site in 2010, and the warm Vice Chancellor of the Mediterranean Sea, our university Universitat de les Illes Balears 2/ Because we are well connected 3/ Because of our campus campus in Palma opens its doors with the world to offer you its vast experience The UIB has a university campus in Palma (), as in language learning and to well as university headquarters on the islands of Menorca enable you to enjoy a multilingual It will take you longer to pack your bags than it will to and Eivissa-Formentera. At our campus, you will have environment in a culturally rich arrive at the UIB. Palma international airport is just 15 everything you need to ensure that your stay is a complete and diverse society. It is not minutes from the UIB campus. In Menorca and Eivissa, success: complementary Wi-Fi connection, libraries, sports by chance that more than 160 the distances between their respective airports and facilities (including an indoor swimming pool), student different languages from all university headquarters are similar. In a word, in little accommodation, bars and restaurants, a pharmacy around the world come together more than three hours, our university connects with and a healthcare centre. For those who prefer to live off in the Balearic Islands, alongside Europe’s main capital cities. campus, the UIB will provide you with a list of available the two official languages that are accommodation, where you are sure to find your new home. most widely spoken here: Catalan, our own language, and Spanish. In this privileged environment 4/ Because we are multilingual that has become a magnet for distinguished public figures, The Balearic Islands are known for their linguistic wealth. artists and writers from all In addition to Catalan, the local language, and Spanish, over Europe and worldwide for centuries, the UIB is one of the more than 160 other languages from around the world are country’s leading universities in spoken here. This diversity has its place at the UIB, where teaching, research, international teaching is encouraged in Catalan, Spanish and English. To cooperation and technological promote foreign language learning, the UIB has a Linguistic development and innovation. The Service that offers courses of the finest quality in different UIB is a time-honoured member languages. Classes are so dynamic, practical and effective, of prominent international that with just a bit of effort, you are sure to learn the university networks, it has language that you have set out to learn. attracted countless students from abroad and successfully joined the European Space for Higher Education. It is a university committed to building the European Union, and an institution that aspires to becoming an engine for economic growth and people’s well-being.

I am confident that your stay at the UIB will be an enriching experience and, as Vice Chancellor, I invite you to become a part of our university. (1). U-Ranking by the BBVA Foundation and the Valencian Institute of Economic Research (IVIE). (2).I-UGR ranking of Spanish universities by field and discipline, drawn up by the Science and Scientific Communication Evaluation Group (EC3) and the Soft Computing and Intelligent Information Systems Group (SCI2S) of the University of Granada. (3). Journal of Hospitality & Tourism Research. 5/ Because of our environment

The UIB campus is located at the foot of the Serra de Tramuntana Mountains (a UNESCO World Heritage Site), on the outskirts of our capital city, Palma, and just a few kilometres away from the Mediterranean’s finest beaches. Moreover, Mallorca, Menorca, Eivissa and Formentera boast an average of 300 days of sunshine each year that enable us to enjoy a wide variety of outdoor cultural activities all year round.

6/ Because we are accessible 7/ Because we take good care of you Map and details of the islands throughout your stay The UIB also boasts ideal connections with all corners of the archipelago. In Palma, for example, buses and the Your feeling that you belong at the UIB is our main goal, The Saint John (Sant Joan) festivities in Ciutadella metro have very good timetables and frequencies and and we manage to make this a reality because of our connect the university to the city with a journey time of just These traditional festivities are famous throughout a students and professors. This help is not merely limited to large part of the world, thanks to the ‘jaleos’ (dances) 13 minutes. The campus is also connected to the city by a Parc Bit welcoming you. The International Relations Service is by This innovation technology park houses and ‘caragols’ (parades) of Minorca’s horses. paved bike lane. some thirty businesses, in addition to a Sierra de Tramuntana your side throughout your entire stay, to give you support project incubator. and guidance. You never need to feel alone. Declared a World Heritage Site in its capacity as a MINORCA combination of a cultural and natural landscape, 20 centuries of history are summarized in the Tramuntana mountains’ 100 kilometres. Cathedral The cathedral with the biggest gothic 8/ Because we want to share this 9/ Because we are committed rose window in the world, in 2007 a project was created in one of its chapels MALLORCA experience with you to Europe by contemporary artist Miquel Barceló.

At the UIB, we have more than 1,000 professors and The UIB commitment to building Europe is embodied A World Heritage Site A Biosphere Reserve researchers, as well as an administration and services staff in what we do best: education, quality research and In 1999, the UNESCO declared Dalt Vila Declared a Biosphere Reserve by the of over 500 people. Each and every one of these people innovation. We are sure that the generation of knowledge (the old quarter of the city of Ibiza) a UNESCO in 1993 due to its magnificent World Heritage Site in its capacity as scenery, sustainable development and comes to work with your education in mind, to share an is an important driving force for the economic growth and the Mediterranean’s best conserved diversity of Mediterranean habitats. excellent learning experience with you. well-being of all the people in the European Union. coastal fortress.

Pollentia This Roman city is Mallorca’s most important archaeological site. Music 10/ Because WE ARE THE UIB The world centre of electronic IBIZA dance music. It is our nature, our closeness. From the very moment you decide to study at the UIB, you are one of us. Here, WE The Church Route Gastronomy Ibiza’s churches are the only ones of Due to the quality of its produce and skill ARE THE UIB a great family that works each day to shape their kind in the world thanks to their of its chefs, Mallorca has been awarded a great present and an even better future for everyone. And fortress design, aimed at protecting the up to 5 Michelin stars. you are an essential part of that family. FORMENTERA population from pirate attacks.

Lighthouses White villages Standing on the southernmost tip of the The whitewashed walls and Mediterranean flavour of its villages archipelago is the impressive Barbaria lighthouse. are one of Formentera’s most widely recognized hallmarks. Carrer del General Riera

Carrer Banquerna The Balearic Islands experience Carrer d’Antoni Marqués Sa Riera

Carrer del 31 de Desembre

The Balearic Islands Carrer de Jesús

Carrer de Pere Dezcallar Net Av. Comte de Sallent Being the privileged destination that they Av. Alemanya are, the Balearic Islands Carrer Llorenç Cerdà Sa Riera have received countless EDIB IES Joan Alcover public figures over the centuries. Artists, writers and painters from all around the IES Ramón Llull Carrer de Cecili Metel Passeig de Mallorca Passeig world have made our islands their home. Av. de Portugal Av. Joan March Hence, the archipelago Plaça is far more than just Carrer del Baró Pinopar dels Patins Carrer de Rubén Darío Via Roma one of the foremost Carrer de Santiago Rusiñol Plaça tourist destinations in Plaça d’Espanya the Mediterranean. It Monteros i Font de Carrer Porta Pintada is an environment that The UIB has a population of nearly 18,200 students, 1,000 Carrer del Bisbe Campins Carrer dels Oms generates creativity, art, The UIB, the professors and researchers and 500 administrative and services music and gastronomy. th professionals. If the UIB were a municipality, it would be the Sa Riera La Misericòrdia A paradise with a 16 town 16th largest town in the Balearic Islands, out of a total of 67. La Rambla captivating landscape.

Passeig de Mallorca Carrer de Sant Miquel The Balearic Islands are La Rambla

pure diversity. They are Carrer Bonaire Mercat Carrer de La Concepció La de Carrer an archipelago in which Breathtaking beaches de l’Olivar each island has its own With crystal-clear waters, around 300 beaches on the distinct character and Balearics offer unrivalled variety for the visitor, ranging features - Islands full of from virgin coves to promenades featuring every How to get to the UIB , in Palma history, with a cultural imaginable service. and monumental heritage that embodies the imprint and the The UIB building in Palma is in the calle Miquel dels Sants Oliver testimony of all the Contact the UIB in Palma The Tramuntana Mountains and hiking 2 and is just 15 minutes on foot from the Plaza España (centre of cultures that have sailed Palma) and 7 Km from the airport. If you are coming straight from into their harbours. One of the best ways to get to know and enjoy the Edifici Sa Riera landscape of our islands is by setting out along some the airport, urban bus route 1 will take you to the nearest bus stops C/ Miquel dels Sants Oliver, 2. Palma of its hiking trails. The Serra de Tramuntana Mountains – Avenida Alemania 6 or Passeig Mallorca 38. 07122 Palma –the main focus for this activity– were declared a Tel: (+34) 971 17 24 44 World Heritage site in 2010 and are now the second You can also get to the building from other parts of the town using [email protected] FACTS most sought-after mountain destination in Spain by the following bus routes: http://cursosestiu.uib.cat international travellers. - COMPOSITION: Route 2 (Plaça del Fortí -Passeig Mallorca, 38) Mallorca, Menorca, Eivissa and Formentera Route 3 (Via Roma) Balearic cuisine Route 5 (Instituts) Visit Mallorca links, etc. - POPULATION The Balearic cuisine is original and exquisite. With an obviously Route 6 (Instituts) 1.11 million (2013) Mediterranean base, the food of the Balearic Islands is similar Route 7 (Via Roma) http://www.visitbalears.com/ to the cuisines of and Valencia. Due to their location, Route 8(Instituts) http://balearsculturaltour.net/ - CAPITAL: Palma the Balearics are a cultural crossroads that have been influenced Route 9(Compte Sallent, 14) http:/www.infomallorca.net/ (population 407,648) by Arabic, Jewish and Italian cuisine. In the case of Menorca, Route 15 (Baró de Pinopar, 14 - Via Roma) http://www.mallorcanatural.es/ the legacy left behind by French and English rule is also patent. Route 16 (General Riera, 30) http://www.mallorcatour.com/ - OFFICIAL LANGUAGES: http://www.platgesdebalears.com Spanish and Catalan Today, the archipelago is proud to have five Michelin-starred Route 19 (General Riera, 30 - General Riera, 9) chefs, who have often revived traditional recipes from the past http://www.lonelyplanet.com/spain/mallorca - AREA: http:/www.rusticbooking.com 2 and adapted them to today’s more modern haute cuisine. Their More information: www.emtpalma.es/EMTPalma/Front/ 4492 km mastery and the quality of their dishes have made a name for listadolineas.ct.svr http://www.menorca.es/ Balearic cuisine around the world. International Summer University

Introduction and presentation

The University of the Balearic Islands (UIB) International Summer University is aimed at university students who would like to do an intensive Spanish, English or Catalan course. The study programme at the UIB, alongside the language courses, also offers complementary workshops and courses in writing, culture and art. Furthermore, and with the aim of enriching students’ stays, a close up of the real Balearic Islands is planned with guided cultural activities and visits.

Students may enrol for one of the languages, to be chosen from Spanish, English and Catalan. Language classes are held in the morning from 09.30 to 14.00 and the complementary workshops and courses are held in the afternoon. Students may optionally enrol for one or more workshops.

Each workshop is given in one of the languages offered at the International Summer University, so students can enjoy perfecting the language studied and, at the same time, broaden their knowledge about various cultural and artistic aspects.

In addition, students can go on various visits and tours of different places of interest.

The workshops and cultural visits are not compulsory.

Aims

The International Summer University plans to offer students the opportunity to:

1. Improve their linguistic skills in the chosen language (Spanish, English or Catalan).

2. Get to know about Spanish culture and the Balearic Islands’ own culture which is heavily rooted in tradition, using the as its means of communication, at workshops on history, art, etc, that combine theory with guided tours of museums and monuments.

3. Get to know Balearic Islands countryside and society on tours and visits to various places of particular interest.

4. Learn the language and culture in a way that involves students and makes their new experiences enjoyable. Language courses 4 - 24 July 2014 · 09.30 to 14.00

English

• Native teachers 60 hours • Enrolment fee: €475 (course materials and enrolment for the British Council Aptis exam, Level B1/B21 which is recognised by the Conselleria d’Educació, Cultura i Universitats, are included). • Certificates: Certificate of attendance (where a minimum of 80% of the classes are attended); Certificate of achievement (80% attendance and passing an assessment test).

Students may enrol for 32 hours2 of English to be taken between 4 and 14 July and get a certificate if they attend 80% of the classes. Enrolment fee: €250 (course materials included).

• Enrolment instructions: www.fueib.org

1 Other levels may be offered if there are enough students. There will be a level test on the first day of the course. 2 Only if there are vacancies on the full 60 hour course.

Spanish

• Native teachers 60 hours • Enrolment fee: 4 €425 (course materials included). Erasmus students: €325 (course materials Level A1/A2/ NOT included). B1/B2/C1/C23 • Certificates: Certificate of attendance (where a minimum of 80% of the classes are attended); Certificate of achievement (80% attendance and passing an assessment test).

Students may enrol for 32 hours4 of Spanish to be taken between 4 and 14 July and get a certificate if they attend 80% of the classes. Enrolment fee: €250 (course materials included).

• Enrolment instructions: www.fueib.org

3 There will be a level test on the first day of the course. 4 Only if there are vacancies on the full 60 hour course.

Catalan

• Native teachers 60 hours • Enrolment fee: €425 (course materials included). Erasmus students or groups of 10 or more students: €325. Level B1/B2 • Certificates: Certificate of attendance (where a minimum of 80% of the classes are attended); Certificate of achievement (80% attendance and passing an assessment test).

• Enrolment instructions: http://slg.uib.cat/ Workshops

Story writing

English

17:30 - 20:00, 7 to The course will teach students about the basic characteristics of this type of narrative. 10 July It is structured in four sessions and each one is based around studying several features of stories, using theoretical, practical and illustrative readings. 10 hours (4 sessions) Participants will have to put the theory learned into practice in writing and, at the end of the course, must write a 1,500 word story, which will be discussed in class. Fee for students: € 30 Others: €50

Spanish contemporary culture in literature: subject matter, problems and directions

Spanish

17:30 - 19:30 from 7-11 July The origins of the Spanish myth will be studied and in particular topics on “being Spanish” will be deconstructed. 10 hours Reference will be made to literary and historical events that have been determining factors in culture and the humanities and which have influenced later periods. 35 places

Fee for students: €30 Others: €50

Ciutat de Mallorques in the Late Middle Ages

English

17:00 - 20:00, 7 and 9 July The aim of the course is to reveal Majorcan gothic cultural heritage in an 17:oo - 19:00, 11 July enlightening way, with a theoretical presentation and three guided tours demonstrating its content. In the first session the historical and artistic background that produced the main gothic works is explained and is completed with a guided 10 hours (2hrs of tour around the old town of Palma. home study) The second is centred on features of Majorcan architecture, sculpture and painting. 15 places Bellver Castle will be the subject of the second tour. Finally, the course is rounded off with a tour of the Cathedral. Fee for students: €30 Others: €50 Workshops

Discover Majorcan archaeology A tour of Balearic Islands’ history, language and culture

English Catalan

16:00 - 21:00, 11 and Historically, Majorca has been the meeting point for various Western 17:00 - 19:00 (lectures), 18 July Mediterranean cultures and this is clearly reflected in the island’s countryside 21-23 July; guided tour – and archaeological remains. We will go on field trips to see some of the most 17:00 - 21:00 on 24 July This course offers a taste of Balearic Islands’ history, language and culture. The interesting sites on the island. lectures (6 hrs) will explain the history of the Balearic Islands with special reference 10 hours (2 sessions) to Balearic culture, language and popular tradition. 10 hours (2 sesiones This course takes a full tour of various historical and cultural periods, from teóricas y una visita Prehistoric up to the Middle Ages via the Roman era. We will also explore a wide The cultural visit to Palma (4 hrs) will be a tour of the old town. We will visit the 35 places guiada) variety of archaeological sites which are typical of the Balearic Islands. most symbolic buildings and get to know about some of the most important stories and legends, both ancient and modern. Fee for students: €30 Others: €50 30 places Fee for students: €30 Others: €50

Barceló, Miró, Gaudí, Palma. Contemporary Art in Majorca

English Opera theory-practical course: the operas of W.A. Mozart 17:00 - 19:00, 8, 10 and 11 July Spanish 16:00 - 18:00, 15 and The course will be centred on three world-renowned artists: Antoni Gaudí, Joan This course covers the operatic repertoire of Mozart. It is aimed at singing students 17 July Miró and Miquel Barceló and some of their works in Majorca. and any other students or people interested in the world of opera, music or art in 16:00 - 21:00, 21-25 July general. The course can be taken in one of two modes: The classes will be followed by three guided tours to see their works at first hand 10 hours – Majorca Cathedral (Palma), Joan March Contemporary Art foundation (Palma) Mode A: singing students who wish to perfect aspects of technique or interpretation and the Pilar and Joan Miró Foundation in Mallorca (Palma). in the opera workshop (maximum of 12 places). 30 places 10 hours Mode B: students or people interested in the world of opera, music or art in general, Fee for students: €30 with no special preparation (maximum of 30 places). Others: €50 Fee: €80 mode A (singing students). €50 mode B (students and people interested in opera).

Contemporary Spanish culture: creation and persistence of the myth

Spanish

17:30 - 20:30 from 14-18 July The origins of the Spanish myth will be analysed and in particular topics on “being Spanish” will be deconstructed. 15 hours Reference will be made to the artistic and historical events that have been determining factors in culture and the humanities and which have influenced later periods. 35 places

Fee for students: €30 Others: €50 Cultural and leisure activities

The Cathedral and tour of Palma old town

Spanish

Saturday 5 July at 9:30. Plaza España The Cathedral is Mallorca’s most iconic monument and perfectly sums up the last eight centuries of its history. The image of the majestic building rises up over the sea and dominates the bay of Palma in the most spectacular way. 3 hours It is the icon of the historical and spiritual heritage of the island. The contributions of Gaudí and Barceló will be highlighted. 45 places

Fee: free

Mediterranean Cuisine: taster

Spanish

Saturday 5 July at 14:00. Bri Restaurant Mediterranean food, one of the healthiest and varied worldwide, is marked by its use of local, seasonal products. 25 places A taste of some of the Balearic Islands’ most unique dishes will be offered, with Fee: €15 details about their cultural and nutritional value.

Pilar and Joan Miró Foundation

English

Thursday 17 July, 16:00 - 18:00. Meeting point at 16.00: at the museum (c/ Joan de Siridakis 29, Palma. Bus: 3 and 46) Guided tour of the Pilar and Joan Miró Foundation Location: http://miro.palmademallorca.es/pagina.php?Cod_fam=1&Cod_sub=2 in Majorca. Some of Miró’s works can be seen, along with the studio where he worked for more than twenty years, which is just as he left it when he died. The studio was built 30 places by his friend Sert, the architect, and Miró considered that one of the most fruitful phases of his artistic career took place here. Fee: €5 Timetable Timetable of workshops and cultural activities July

The Roman town of Pollentia and the Son Real Necropolis

L M X J V S English Departing from: the Sa Riera building, c/ Miquel dels Sants Oliver 2, Palma 3 4 5 16:00 - 21:00, friday 30 1 2 11 July The Roman town of Pollentia is the most important Roman archaeological site Language course Cathedral Tour on the island of Majorca. It is located within the municipal district of Alcudia and 9:30 - 14:00 9:00 - 13:00 was founded in 123 BC by the Roman consul, Quinto Cecilio Metelo, and it was the 50 places Roman capital of the Balearic Islands. Mediterranean Cuisine 14:00 Fee: €15 The Necropolis at Son Real is an extraordinarily important archaeological site as it is unique in the Western Mediterranean. It was constructed during the Talayotic period (during the Iron Age) and was still in use well into the Roman era.

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Language course Language course Language course Language course Language course Language course Tour of the Can Majoral vineyard 9:30 - 14:00 9:30 - 14:00 9:30 - 14:00 9:30 - 14:00 9:30 - 14:00 9:30 - 14:00 Discover Majorcan Story telling Story telling Story telling Story telling archaeology 17:30 - 20:00 17:30 - 20:00 17:30 - 20:00 17:30 - 20:00 16:00 - 21:00 Spanish / English Barceló, Miró, Gaudí, Palma Ciutat de Mallorques Barceló, Miró, Gaudí, Ciutat de Mallorques Barceló, Miró, Gaudí, 17:00 - 19:00 9:00 - 12:00, saturday There is a long history of winemaking in Majorca which was interrupted at the 17:00 - 20:00 Palma 17:00 - 20:00 Palma th Ciutat de Mallorques 19 July beginning of the 20 Century. Currently, many traditional vineyards, and others 17:00 - 19:00 17:00 - 19:00 17:00 - 19:00 which have been newly created, have revitalised vine growing and the creation Sp. Contemp. Culture Sp. Contemp. Culture Sp. Contemp. Culture Sp. Contemp. Culture Sp. Contemp. Culture of new, quality wines, which are often organic, with scrupulous respect for 17:30 - 19:30 17:30 - 19:30 17:30 - 19:30 17:30 - 19:30 17:30 - 19:30 30 places the environment. 14 15 16 17 18 19 Fee: €12 Can Majoral is a small family vineyard dedicated to growing organically and interested in experimenting with native varieties and adapting foreign ones. Language course Language course Language course Language course Language course Modernist Tour 9:30 - 14:00 9:30 - 14:00 9:30 - 14:00 9:30 - 14:00 9:30 - 14:00 8:30 - 11:30

Sp. Contemp. Culture Sp. Contemp. Culture Sp. Contemp. Culture Sp. Contemp. Culture Sp. Contemp. Culture Can Majoral Vineyard 17:30 - 20:30 17:30 - 20:30 17:30 - 20:30 17:30 - 20:30 17:30 - 20:30 9:00 - 12:00

Barceló, Miró, Barceló, Miró, Gaudí, Discover Majorcan Gaudí, Palma Palma: Tour F. Miró Archaeology 16:00 - 18:00 16:00 · 18:00 16:00 - 21:00

Palma. Modernist tour

Spanish / English 21 22 23 24 25 26 Language course Language course Language course Language course Opera workshop Modernism in Majorca is framed between 1901, the year when construction of 8:30 - 11:30, saturday 9:30 - 14:00 9:30 - 14:00 9:30 - 14:00 9:30 - 14:00 16:00 - 21:00 the Grand Hotel commenced, and 1914, the year in which the Catalan architect, 19 July Antoni Gaudí, stopped work on the Cathedral. It is marked by the construction of Opera workshop Opera workshop Opera workshop Opera workshop innovative buildings and bourgeois houses and businesses. 16:00 - 21:00 16:00 - 21:00 16:00 - 21:00 16:00 - 21:00 3 hours BI Hist. Lang BI Hist. Lang BI Hist. Lang BI Hist. Lang On the island there are projects carried out by Catalan architects such as Gaudí & Culture & Culture & Culture & Culture and Lluís Domènech I Montaner – that gave an Art Nouveau-type style to Catalan 17:00 - 19:00 17:00 - 19:00 17:00 - 19:00 17:00 - 19:00 20 places per group Modernism - alongside ones by local architects such as Gaspar Bennàssar, Jaume Alenyar, Josep Alomar, Francesc Roca and Guillem Reynés. Fee: €5 University of the Balearic Islands

Research incorporate resources with Telefónica, Puleva and The UIB is one of Spain’s from different disciplines. Mallorca Cathedral. top five universities in These include the 4.0 innovation and technological learning system applied to Mobility development. It is also among architecture or theatre as a We are a receptive university, the top five in scientific output tool in legal clinics. connected to the world and animal and plant biology through agreements with The University of the Balearic and among the world top ten Transfers international institutions Islands: firmly rooted in an in tourism research. It also The UIB also actively pursues and centres. Agreements archipelago but open to the stands out for projects in fields its goal to generate and are currently in force world. like chemistry, psychology, disseminate knowledge with universities in China, geography and urban planning. and know how through the the United States and It has a philosophy based promotion and creation Colombia, in addition to on the provision of services, Teaching of business initiatives. In centres throughout the collaboration with social Our teaching philosophy recent years, four spin whole of Europe. We also and business stakeholders, not only includes close offs have been founded run exchange programmes sustainability and an relations between students and another ten are in the for undergraduate and environmental commitment. and lecturers, but also an pipeline, some fifty patents postgraduate students, education founded on have been registered, and volunteer stays, and grants A key institution in the future research, with innovative projects are currently for placement training in and structure of the Balearic teaching projects that being run in collaboration undeveloped countries. Islands, given its role as a driving force in social, cultural and economic progress. SAC With four main objectives: The Cultural Activities Service (SAC) is aimed at boosting cultural life in the university ongoing improvements to its community. It has the clear and firm wish to offer varied artistic and creative classroom-based and virtual incentives to the university world and to society in general, with the understanding teaching activities; remaining that culture generates knowledge and progress. at the forefront of research excellence; making its presence SAC concentrates on providing: felt culturally and socially in all the Balearic Islands; and, • Production of its own projects that facilitate awareness of minority cultural aspects. through exchanges, promoting the internationalization of its • Educational and cultural propositions from the University itself. university activities in the fields • Dissemination of various cultural expressions, whether from the actual university of teaching, research, innovation (science, education, art, etc) or created by people outside the institution. and administrative work. • Collaboration with bodies and institutions whose purpose is also cultural The UIB offers students projection and production, whether in the use of spaces or in the joint production all-round training resources of events and activities to ensure the acquisition of knowledge, values and skills in SAC comes under the Vice-Chancellorship for Culture, Social Projection and University Sites. an educational setting in which the university works with and for people, because WE ARE ALL Contact the UIB in Palma: Edifici Sa Riera · C/ Miquel dels Sants Oliver, 2 · 07122 Palma THE UIB. Tel: (+34) 971 17 24 44 · [email protected] · http://cursosestiu.uib.cat www.uib.cat Credits: DIRCOM Direcció de l’Estratègia de Comunicació i Promoció Institucional · Universitat de les Illes Balears Photos tranfered by : Govern de les Illes Balears / Conselleria de Turisme i Esports / Agència de Turisme de les Illes Balears photo archive · Fundación de Turismo 365 · Photos: © Mandfred, Eduardo Miralles, Luis Cantarino· Design: dcp3.es & DIRCOM UIB.