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TABLE OF CONTENTS

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Welcome to IE School of Architecture and Design!

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IE checklist: Your next steps

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Who can help you?

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Reserve your seat in the class

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Apply to Financial Aid

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Organize your schedule

a. Official Diploma requirements

b. Visa Information

c. Accommodation offers

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Discover Madrid

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IE Paper Pavilion designed by Architect Shigeru Ban

01. WELCOME TO IE SCHOOL OF ARCHITECTURE AND DESIGN!

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Dear prospective student,

IE School of Architecture and Design, an international, private

IE welcomes to its community people who are curious about

institution, reflects the goals of the larger IE institution. These

the world around them, who are not daunted by complex

goals include a constant striving for excellence, the belief

situations, who are open to new uses for technology, who

that diversity and multiple points of view can lead to a greater

want to be leaders who envision a better future, and who

understanding and create knowledge, an entrepreneurial spirit that allows us to see unexpected opportunities and the fact that innovation can open up new and exciting ways of thinking,

understand that the ultimate clients for architecture and design are people, communities and society as a whole.

learning and taking action.

The fields of architecture and design are undergoing great changes due to globalization, technology and the expansion of the discipline from traditional roles to new areas and new ways of working. Architecture and design studies can gain much from other disciplines. Our School uses a multidisciplinary approach to see the “big picture� and works collaboratively with our colleague schools such as business, human sciences and technology or law and receives input from professionals in the field.

How can we tackle major global challenges? How can we interact with our built environment? How can we will live in cities? How can we use our resources? How can we improve the quality of life for all? These questions and many more are intimately linked to architecture and design. Our built environment and almost anything we use in our daily lives have input from architects and designers.

Architecture and design also have to do with our culture, our identity, and our time and place. It is an exciting time to be involved in these fields. There are many opportunities for

Martha Thorne,

professional fulfillment and charting one’s own path.

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02. IE CHECKLIST: YOUR NEXT STEPS!

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READ AND SIGN YOUR

RESERVE YOUR SEAT

CHECK YOUR

CHECK CALENDAR

IE CONTRACT

IN THE CL ASS

FINANCIAL AID AND

DATES FOR

LOAN OPTIONS

YOUR RESIDENTIAL

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PERIODS

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PREPARE YOUR TRIP

CHECK IF YOU NEED

BOOK YOUR HOTEL

GET EXCITED

TO MADRID

A SCHENGEN VISA

WITH OUR SPECIAL

ABOUT YOUR TRIP

HOTEL RATES LIST

TO MADRID

03. WHO CAN HELP YOU?

Your Admissions Advisor will personally guide you through every step of your admissions process until your enrolment. You can contact your Admissions Advisor directly in the email address admissions.architecture@ie.edu

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USEFUL WEB ADDRESSES

MAIN SITE AND NEWS:

STUDENT SERVICES:

www.ie.edu/school-architecture-design/

www.ie.edu/student-services

FINANCIAL AID:

IE EVENTS:

www.ie.edu/financial-aid

events.ie.edu/events

REGISTRAR’S OFFICE:

IE ENTREPRENEURSHIP CENTER:

www.ie.edu/business-school/degrees/university-diploma

www.ie.edu/entrepreneurship

04. RESERVE YOUR SEAT IN THE CLASS

In order to guarantee your place in the program you will need to pay the place reservation fee and the IE Foundation contribution. You must then return the signed enrolment contract, stating the payment option of your choice.

Step-by-Step guide to filling out your contract

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1. Read the detailed Enrolment Process instructions on the first page.

2. Refer to the bank account information that corresponds to the 4.000€ Place Reservation transfer.

PAGE 5 1. Carefully read the contract clauses.

PAGE 2 1. Refer to the bank account information for the 1.200€ IE Foundation transfer which is also required for enrolment.

2. Fill out the ‘Contribution to the IE Foundation’ page with the payer’s details.

PAGE 3 1. Select your desired payment option.

• Tuition Fees by Student: Select this option if you will be financing the tuition fees through personal or family savings, loans etc. Through this option you can select one or three installments.

• Corporate Funding: Select this option if financed by your company, this includes family businesses.

• When financed by a company, tuition costs can only be paid in one installment.

Note: The deadline for such payment appears in the Corporate Funding letter.

2. Remember to sign this page on the also with the date.

2. Remember to sign this page on the bottom right side.

PAGE 6 1. Corporate funding form: Fill it out ONLY if your tuition fees are being financed by a company (includes family businesses).

PAGE 7 1. IMPORTANT: This page should be filled (in capital letters)

by ALL students who have an account in Euros (€) in EU, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Monaco, Norway, and Switzerland.

All the gaps are mandatory.

FINAL STEP In order to successfully complete your place reservation process, your contract must be completed with all the correct information, scanned, and returned to IE Admissions via email along with proof of payment of your Place Reservation and IE Foundation transfers.

05. FINANCIAL AID OPTIONS

All masters of the School of Architecture & Design candidates can apply to Financial Aid. Our Financial Aid Department is formed by specialized advisors who can provide you with relevant information on scholarship, fellowship and loan opportunities.

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HOW TO APPLY?

Scholarships

Fellowships

Loans

First, use the filter tool that you can find in the Financial Aid website in order to find the most suitable scholarship options. Once you have chosen the scholarships, you can complete the Online Financial Aid Application.

Go to the IE Fellows Program website where you can learn about what it means to be an IE Fellow and obtain further details on how to apply. Please remember that you must apply for an IE Fellow Award through the same Online Financial Aid Application used for scholarships.

Go to the Financial Aid website and click in the Loans option to find the search tool below. In terms of loans, IE has negotiated agreements for preferential loans for IE students with financial partners all around the world.

By using the search tool you will be able to find local loan options in your region or find out more about agreements with Spanish Banks.

Note: All documentation for Loans must be submitted via mail or email. There is currently no online application.

TIPS: Refer to the Financial Aid website for detailed information.

Don’t forget that you can apply to a maximum of 3 scholarships/ fellowships.

Funds are limited so apply as soon as possible.

Always check the Financial Aid blog and IE Financial Aid News website where you can find information on loan deadlines and new scholarship or loan agreements.

Always have a backup plan, as applying for financial aid does not guarantee a grant.

Banks can take a long time to deliver loan approvals/denials, therefore, apply to loans between 2-4 months prior to the start of the program.

06. ORGANIZE YOUR SCHEDULE

1ST FACE TO

ONLINE

2ND FACE TO

SUMMER

ONLINE

3RD FACE TO

FACE PERIOD

INTERACTIVE

FACE PERIOD

BREAK

INTERACTIVE

FACE PERIOD

(3 WEEKS)

EDUCATION

(3 WEEKS)

EDUCATION

(1 WEEK)

February 11 March 1, 2019

March 4 July 5, 2019

July 8 July 26, 2019

September 2, 2019 February 21, 2020

February 24 February 28, 2020

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July 27 September 1, 2019

IE Business School.

Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA).

IE Business School.

Madrid, Spain

London, UK

Madrid, Spain

1st FACE TO FACE PERIOD (3 Weeks)

February 11 - March 1, 2019

ONLINE INTERACTIVE EDUCATION

March 4 - July 5, 2019

2nd FACE TO FACE PERIOD (3 Weeks)

July 8 - July 26, 2019

SUMMER BREAK

July 27 - September 1, 2019

ONLINE INTERACTIVE EDUCATION

September 2, 2019 - February 21, 2020

3rd FACE TO FACE PERIOD (1 Week)

February 24 - February 28, 2020

IE Business School. Madrid, Spain

Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA).

London, UK

IE Business School. Madrid, Spain

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The Face to face period in London includes visits to our following architecture practices partners: Zaha Hadid, Gensler, Foster + Partners, ING Media, Astudio, David Chipperfield, Jump Studio, ARUP, AHR, Stiff+Tervilion

The Face to face period in London includes visits to our following architecture practices partners: Rogers Stirk Harbour, Fletcher Priest Architects, Foster + Partners, Jump Studio, JLL

CHECK IF YOU NEED A SCHENGEN VISA Depending on your nationality, you may need a visa in order to attend your face-to-face periods in Madrid. Please click here to learn if you need to request a Schengen Visa for travelling to Spain.

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IMPORTANT: We advise you to begin the visa application process at the earliest permissible time. Check with the Spanish Consulate that pertains to you for this information. It can take several weeks to obtain your visa, depending on the Consulate and their specific procedures and protocol.

How do I obtain a Schengen visa?

Before leaving your country you should apply for a Schengen visa at the Spanish consulate of your country of residence.

Please click on the following link to see the list of Spanish Embassies and Consulates around the world: Spanish Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

What documents must I submit with my visa application?

Before applying for a visa, you should verify the website or bulletin board of the consulate that you will send your application to. To obtain a Schengen visa, you must generally present: • A completed application form. The administrative fee (currently €60) • Your travel document and a photograph* • Evidence of your financial means • Documents related to accommodation Travel insurance covering a minimum of €30,000, including the costs that have to be paid if you would need to return to your home country in case of illness or death. This insurance must be valid for the entire Schengen area and for the duration of your stay.*

* We/ IE cannot guarantee that a student visa will be granted.

ACCOMODATION You will have to arrange your own accommodation services during the residential periods. As an IE Student, you can receive special rates with a variety of hotels and student residences around our Madrid campus. *Please take note that prices may be subject to change.

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APARTAHOTEL EL MADROÑO

• VAT, Wifi and mini-bar soft drinks and water included

Room for 2 guests: €89 Buffet Breakfast: €15

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Room for 1 guest: €89

NH GROUP (NH HOTELS + HESPERIA)

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CLIENT PAGE

NH Abascal: Double for single use (DUI) €90 / Double room €100

NH Balboa: Double for single use €90 / Double room €100

NH Principe de Vergara: Double for single use €95 / Double room €105

NH Zurbano: Double for single use €90 / Double room €100

Hesperia Madrid: Double for single use €164 / Double room €182

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HOTEL CASTELL ANA INTERCONTINENTAL

• Breakfast & wifi included.

Deluxe: €150 Club: €220

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HOTEL OCCIDENTAL MIGUEL ANGEL

• Free Access to the Spa and Fitness Center.

• Wifi included • Breakfast and VAT included • Kids up to 12 years free • Free parking upon availability Room type: Rates between Friday to Sunday

Premier Single: €135

Standard Single: €105

Premier Double: €145

Standard Double: €115

Jr Suite: €165

Royal Executive Single: €125

Senior Suite: €185

Royal Executive Double: €135

GRUPO MELIA

Web Company Access code: 00238666BKC Company Access code: 238666

• Discount Program valid for professional and private use.

• 20% and 10% discount upon availability up to a minimum of 7% discount on BAR (Best Available Rate).

• Wifi and Breakfast included.

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Standard Double for single use (DUI): €91

Premium Double: €126

Standard Double: €106

Junior Suite: €215

Premium Double for single use: €111

ME MADRID REINA VICTORIA

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Aura Room DUI: €145

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Aura Room Double: €165 Mode Room DUI: €195 Mode Room Double: €215

HOTEL RITZ MADRID

• Upgrade upon availability • National and international newspapers • Chocolates & water • Early check-in and late check-out • Internet connections • Free access to wellness centre.

• Buffet breakfast included Classic DUI/DBL: €246 Deluxe DUI/DBL: €350 Junior Suite DUI/DBL: €500

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GRUPO AC MARRIOT HOTEL AVENIDA DE AMÉRICA AC BY MARRIOTT

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• Breakfast included • Wifi included • Minibar included Single Room: €50 Double for single use for single use: €65

HOTEL SUITES BARRIO DE SAL AMANCA

Suite with living room:

Mon-Thur, €90) / Fri-Sun, €75 Suite with living room and kitchen:

Long-stay rate (14 days minimum), €80

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07. DISCOVER MADRID

Madrid is one of the most vibrant capitals in Europe and we want to help you make the most of your time in the city. Madrid is a city full of life, culture, history and tradition.

Take advantage of your stay in Madrid to see first-hand what the city has to offer.

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1. museum route Madrid houses the art avenue, internationally renowned for having three of the most famous galleries in the world on the same street:

THYSSEN-BORNEMISZA

EL PRADO MUSEUM

REINA SOFÍA MUSEUM

It is probably the biggest tourist attraction in Madrid and one of the most important art galleries in the world.

It houses the great works of Goya, Velázquez, El Greco and many more.

This museum houses modern and contemporary art works such as those of painters Salvador Dalí and Joan Miró. Its most famous work is the incredible Guernica painting by Pablo Ruiz Picasso.

MUSEUM Visitors can contemplate the major periods and pictorial schools of western art such as the Renaissance, M a n n e r i s m, B a r o q u e, R o c o c o, Romanticism and the art of the 19th and 20th centuries leading up to Pop Art.

2. la puerta de alcalá

3. gran vía

La Puerta de Alcalá is another of the symbols of Madrid.

This door is made up of three arches and includes an open quadrangle at each end. It leads into the Retiro Park, one of the biggest green spaces of the city. Some of the most beautiful parts of the park and must-sees are the Walk of Statues, the Rosaleda and the Crystal Palace.

This is one of the most famous streets in Madrid and it starts on Alcalá street. The Gran Vía is home to cinemas, musical theatres (for this reason it is known as the “Broadway of Madrid”) and important shops. There are many interesting architectural works such as the Unión Fénix building or the Metrópoli building.

4. plaza de oriente square This is the location of spectacular historical and artistic gardens and an important collection of sculptures. Here you can find:

TEATRO REAL OPERA HOUSE

PAL ACIO REAL

This luxurious theatre is one of the most valuable opera houses in all of Europe. Its classical style construction was initiated by Queen Isabel II.

The Royal Palace is also known as El Palacio de Oriente.

Inside, the King and Queen of Spain host official ceremonies.

A guided visit through the inside of the palace is highly recommended.

5. Almudena Cathedral This cathedral was built in honour of the patron of the city, the Virgin of Almudena. It is made up of different architectural styles: neo-gothic on the inside, neoclassical on the outside and neoromanic in the crypt.

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6. Puerta del Sol The Puerta del Sol is a square in which you can currently find the Kilometre Zero: the point to which all Spanish roads are measured. The clock from the Post Office is also found here, where its 12 chimes bid farewell to each year on the 31st of December. The Plaza Mayor square is near Puerta del Sol and in the surrounding area, there are numerous bars, restaurants and taverns that are very picturesque and typical of the city.

7. EL rastro El Rastro is an enormous street market full of stands where you can find everything from books to clothes to antiques. It is open every Sunday and on holidays and can be found in the historical centre of Madrid. You should avoid going by car and should instead use public transport, due to its proximity to the market. The closest metro stop is La Latina.

8. Temple of Debod This temple is an ancient Egyptian one. It was a gift from the government of Egypt to the Spanish government and was transferred, rock by rock, to avoid it becoming covered following the construction of the Aswan Dam.

9. Cibeles Fountain This is the most famous fountain in Madrid and a symbol of the city. It is located in the Square of Cibeles on Alcalá street. It represents the goddess Cibeles being pulled in a carriage by lions. It is the meeting point of the Real Madrid supporters after football victories. Nearby is the Neptuno fountain, a sculpture of the God of the Sea over a carriage and the meeting point of the Atlético de Madrid supporters.

7. EL rastro The «gourmet» markets are design spaces with quality products where products can be tried and purchased.

Amongst all the ones that can be found in Madrid, the following are worth checking out. a. San Ildefonso Market, on Fuencarral street. b. San Miguel Market, right by the Plaza Mayor c. San Antón Market, in the area of Chueca d. Platea, in Colón square

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