Biola University 2013–14 Catalog
Latin American Studies Program (LAS) bestsemester.com/lasp
Contemporary Music Center (cont.) Recommended Courses
Credits
Artist Track Essentials of Song Writing
Based in San José, Costa Rica, the Latin American Studies Program introduces students to a wide range of experiences through the study of the language, literature, culture, politics, history, economics, ecology and religion of the region. Through living with local families, students become a part of the day-to-day lives of Latin Americans. Students also take part in a practicum/internship and travel to nearby Central American nations. Students participate in one of four concentrations: Latin American studies (offered both Fall and Spring terms); advanced language and literature (designed for Spanish majors and offered both Fall and Spring terms); international business (offered only in Fall terms); and environmental science (offered only during Spring terms). Depending on their concentration, students travel to nearby Central American nations including Nicaragua, Guatemala, Cuba and Panama. LASP students earn 16-18 semester credits. For contact information please visit the following website: biola.edu/academics/offcampusprograms/ contact. Latin American Studies Program Recommended Courses
3 3 3
Studio Recording
Performance
BusinessTrack Strategic Management Music Business Survey Advanced Media Marketing
3 3 3
Technical Track Advanced Studio Recording
3 3 3
Audio Engineering Concert Production
Total
16
India Studies Program (ISP) bestsemester.com/isp
The India Studies Program is structured to provide students with both immersion in a local community and broad exposure to a variety of peoples, places and customs in India including an extensive two-week travel portion of the program to provide students with a close- up look at India’s diversity. Students will participate in two core courses designed to provide a broad overview of the historical, religious, geographical and economic landscape of India. Building on their basic understanding of India’s past and contemporary realities, students will have opportunities to explore a variety of issues - poverty, social justice, rapid social change, religious pluralism - through the eyes and experience of Indian Christians. Rounding out the semester experience, students will also have the opportunity to take courses in their major areas with Indian students and professors. For contact information please visit the following website: biola.edu/academics/offcampusprograms/ contact. India Studies Program Recommended Courses Credits
Credits
Spanish Language Study
6
Core Seminar: Perspectives on Latin American History and Contemporary Issues
3 6
Concentration Courses Regional Study Travel
1-3
Total
16-18
Los Angeles Film Studies Center (LAF) bestsemester.com/lafsc
Founded in 1991, the Los Angeles Film Studies Center trains students to serve in various aspects of the film industry with professional skill and Christian integrity. Each semester, students live, learn and work in L.A. The curriculum consists of three required seminars: Hollywood Production Workshop, Theology in Hollywood, and Faith and Artistic Development in Film, focusing on the role of film in culture and the relationship of faith to work in this very influential industry. In addition, students choose one elective course from a variety of offerings in film studies. Internships in various segments of the film industry provide students with hands-on experience. The combination of the internship and seminars allows students to explore the film industry within a Christian context and from a liberal arts perspective. LAFSC students earn 16 semester hours of credit. For contact information please visit the following website: biola.edu/academics/offcampusprograms/ contact. Los Angeles Film Studies Center Recommended Courses Credits
Core Courses (required) Contemporary India: Culture, Society and Challenges
4 3
India’s Religious Landscape
Elective Courses (select three) Indian Society and Social Work Intervention
3 3
Indian Literature
Indian Design: Traditional Costumes and Textiles
3 3
Indian Fine Arts
Culinary Dimensions of Culture: Indian Cuisine, Traditions and Festivals Current Perspective of Business in India
3 3 3
Internship: Inside Hollywood Hollywood Production Workshop Faith and Artistic Development in Film
6 4 3
Field Experience and Internship
Total
16
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