Program Overview
In 1900 the two richest economies in the world, as measured by GDP per capita, were Argentina and Australia. Subsequently, their paths diverged. Growth and development in Argentina was marked by considerable economic volatility, particularly in recent years. The way that Argentina addressed its economic problems hold valuable lessons for other nations. Buenos Aires, the political, financial and economic capital of Argentina, provides an ideal location to study the economies of Argentina and its neighbors.
Academic excursions and guest speakers from government agencies are integral to the program. Cultural excursions in Buenos Aires and its environs will give you the opportunity to explore the rich and varied culture of the cosmopolitan Argentine capital. Weekend excursions are planned to the world-famous Iguazú waterfall system, designated as an UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1984 and to El Calafate, a picturesque village in Patagonia. It is a place where steppes, mountains, lakes, woods and glaciers coexist with rich native flora and fauna and is the main access to the renowned Los Glaciares National Park with blocks of thousand-year-old ice floating in the lakes.
Students will reside in an university residence in Buenos Aires where a modest breakfast and a hearty lunch will be provided. Most evening meals in Buenos Aires will be at the students' own expense, but prices are very reasonable.
Courses
Students must enroll in all courses for credit and a grade; pass/fail and audit registration is not permitted.
Honors credit may be available. Check with the faculty director and the Honors program for prior approval (before departure).
All students must enroll in 6 credits, as well as the 0-credit UNIV course.
ECON332 - Economics of Government Spending and Taxation (3 cr.)
Microeconomic and macroeconomic analysis of public expenditure, borrowing
and taxation. Introduction to stabilization, efficiency and distributional features of
public finance.
Prerequisite:ECON 151 and ECON 152 or equivalent courses or permission of instructor
Satisfies the following requirements:
Arts & Sciences Group C
Restrictions:ECON332 and ECON433 cannot both count for degree credit.
ECON367 - Economic Issues in the Americas (3 cr.)
The study of economics will prepare you to reason as an economist, evaluate facts and ideas analytically, and understand economic issues of historical and contemporary importance. Recent developments in the global economy present an opportunity for reviewing and assessing the challenges facing the economies of the western hemisphere.
The objective of this course is to extend your knowledge of the important economic issues facing the region. The course extends the tools of economics by reinforcing the link between macroeconomic performance in the product market and factor markets. Case studies are used to foster your understanding of the unique issues facing the economies of North and South America. For instance, persistently high inflation is a particular problem in many South American economies.
The course encourages you to think critically about the role of institutions, the effects of government intervention in the economy, and how public policy affects a specific economy in particular and the global economy in general. A number of issues pertaining to the Americas are explored and evaluated: financial crises, labor market institutions, social protection, and trade policy.
Prerequisite:ECON 151 and ECON 152 or equivalent courses or permission of instructor
UNIV370-010 - Study Abroad - Argentina (0 cr.)
pass/fail
Students are asked to reflect upon changes in their knowledge, skills, and attitudes that occur due to their study abroad experience.
Satisfies the following requirements:
Fulfills Discovery Learning (DLE) requirement.
Requirements
Applicants should have a G.P.A. of at least 2.0 (on a 4.00 scale).
Meeting these minimum requirements does not guarantee acceptance, which is based on academic quality and demonstrated ability to contribute to the objectives of the program. Early application is encouraged as acceptances may be made on a rolling basis and the program may fill before the application deadline.
For all participants, a formal application is necessary, including a deposit, one transcript (non-University of Delaware students only), and one recommendation. An interview may be conducted in person or by telephone.
Study abroad at the University of Delaware is highly competitive. See here for an overview of the acceptance process. If you are not selected for your first choice program, we recommend moving your application and deposit to another program (by emailing your request to studyabroad@udel.edu).
UD students pay all program fee deposits by direct bank transfer via this website: http://www.udel.edu/studyabroadpayments. Non-UD students should send a check, payable to the University of Delaware, to CFIS, Elliott Hall, 26 East Main Street, Newark, DE 19716. Credit card payments are not accepted.
