Class Attendance

In order to benefit fully from your experience abroad it is imperative that your presence be continuous and your participation active. Attendance is therefore expected throughout your courses, with travel or other absences reserved for weekends and official holidays.

At the Sede Prim, attendance is strictly enforced. Unexcused absences will result in a penalty to your final grade in the course. Absences may only be excused by presenting a doctor’s note or by authorization of the Program Director. After three unexcused absences in a course, students may lose the right to complete the final exam/final project.

Early submission of coursework is not an excuse to leave early, nor should work be submitted after the deadline established by the instructor. In case of illness, students are advised to seek medical advice promptly, so as to avoid complications. It is your responsibility to keep the School informed of your progress by personally communicating with program staff, to present a justificante médico, and to make up work missed after consulting with the instructor. Failure to adhere to these regulations may result in a lower grade or failure in the course. Visits by parents, relatives, or friends do not constitute a valid excuse for not attending classes.