Summer School 13-17 July2009
IMPORTANT NOTICE: Owing to cirumstances beyond our control the IISC has had to postpone this event until further notice. Please write to admin@cubastudies.org if you require further information. We are sorry for any inconvenience caused.
CUBA: History, Culture, Economy, Health and Politics
One week summer school
13-17 July, 2009
Venue: Room JSG 27,
London Metropolitan Univerisity
31 Jewry St,
EC3N 2EY
FEE: £180 for full - five day course or £40 per each individual day
OPEN TO ALL
This five-day summer school will cover a different topic each day to give participants a rounded and in-depth introduction to the island.
Films and videos will be used to provoke discussion and to aid learning. The course will be of particular interest to those who either intend to visit the island or have done so and wish to understand more about what makes Cuba such a fascinating place.
All the necessary course materials and readings will be provided.
Anyone considering entering or re-entering higher education would benefit greatly from this experience.
Assistance to find economical accommodation will be given to those who do not live in London.
Those who wish to only attend on one particular day or study only one topic may register for a fee of £40 per day/topic chosen.
Topics covered will be (final details tbc):
Cuban History taught by Professor Jean Stubbs
Economy: Emily Morris
Political organisation and Cuban democracy: Dr George Lambie
Cuban internationalism and develoment: Dr Ken Cole
Medical care: Professor Patrick Pietroni
Culture, film and literature: Dr Stephen Wilkinson
Full final dates, course booklet and details will be posted here shortly.
IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN TAKING PART: Please email stephen.wilkinson@cubastudies.org immediately.
