CIEE Language and Culture Program in Ferrara, Italy

  Italy

• All Other Areas in Italy: 
Ferrara

Term: Academic Year, Fall, Spring 
Dates: Fall 14 weeks: early-Sept.mid-Dec.; Spring 14 weeks: early-Jan.mid-May; Academic Year 32 weeks: early-Sept.mid-May

Description: The goals of the Language and Culture program are to enable students to begin and/or improve their ability to communicate in Italian through intensive language instruction, and to study about contemporary and historical Italy through English taught content courses.

Academic Program
The CIEE Study Center in Ferrara opened in 2003. This program is designed for students with little or no Italian language background with a strong interest in learning the Italian language and culture through content courses taught in English and an intensive Italian language class. Eligible students may want to consider spending the spring semester in the Liberal Arts program in Ferrara.

Academic Culture
The courses are designed for U.S. undergraduates, and the teaching and learning methods will be familiar to most students from the U.S. However, all classes are taught by local faculty and require students to work independently outside the classroom. Learning takes place through a coherent blend of lectures, group seminars, and practical work. Most U.S. students consider the courses to be rigorous in comparison to courses at their home universities. Classes take place Monday through Friday.

Highlights:

• Italian language immersion through an intensive Italian language course, whether you are at a beginning or intermediate level
  
• Courses in English concerning contemporary and historic Italian issues
  
• Excursions to cultural attractions in the renaissance city of Ferrara
  
• Field trips to nearby cities such as Florence, Bologna, Siena, Pisa, Ravenna, Verona, and Padua

Degree Level: Bachelors Degree (Undergraduate)

Cost in US$: Please check the CIEE website for current program pricing

Experience Required: yes

* Overall GPA 2.75
* 0-3 semesters of college-level Italian or equivalent

This Program is open to Worldwide Participants.

Participants Travel to Italy Independently

Scholarships are Available. We have several scholarships that students can apply for. Contact CIEE for details.

Application Process Involves:

• Letters of Reference
• Other
• Transcript
• Written Application

CIEE's Mission Statement: Since 1947, the Council on International Educational Exchange, known as CIEE, has been in pursuit of its mission, "to help people gain understanding, acquire knowledge, and develop skills for living in a globally interdependent and culturally diverse world." Our services to young people studying, working, teaching, and traveling abroad are more important than ever. As we look ahead, we reaffirm our commitment to the principles and values that guide this mission statement.

Year Founded: 1947