Programs by Language: French
Annecy – French Language and Culture (Closed)
Dialogue of Civilizations | Annecy, France
Faculty leader: Catherine Dunand (c.dunand@neu.edu)
Study Abroad Coordinator: Daisy Biddle (d.biddle@neu.edu)
Summer I
Courses: CLTR4944: Ancient and Contemporary Culture and History of Savoie and FRNHxxxx depending on French level
Description:
The program of this Dialogue consists of two courses, one in French language and one in Regional French culture and history. Both courses are held in Annecy, in eastern France between Geneva and Chambery. Annecy is one of the most beautiful resort towns of the French Alps and is often referred to as the "Venice of Savoie." The town is situated on the shore of Lake Annecy, which is one of the cleanest lakes in the world. A trip to Paris will launch this special experience of France.
Dakar: African Politics and French Language (CANCELED)
Dialogue of Civilizations | Dakar, Senegal
Faculty Leaders: Prof. William Miles, Political Science (b.miles@neu.edu) and Prof. Loiza Miles, World Languages Center (l.miles@neu.edu)
Study Abroad Coordinator: Colleen Boyle (c.boyle@neu.edu)
Information Session: Next Session When Faculty Returns from Senegal in mid-January
Summer II
Courses: POLS4937 Government and Politics – Learning Abroad in Senegal & FRNH 1302 Elementary French Immersion 2 OR FRNH 2301 Intermediate French Immersion 1
Description: Since independence in 1960, Senegal – a French-speaking, Muslim nation in West Africa – has maintained one of the most robust democratic systems on the entire African continent. That it has managed to do so in the face of persistent poverty is little less than remarkable. This course will introduce students first-hand to one of the most intriguing (and hospitable) countries in the annals of African and Islamic politics, history, culture, and economic development. Classes, in English, at the West African Research Center (WARC) in Dakar will be supplemented by excursions throughout the city and elsewhere in the country. Successful completion of the French language component of the course helps satisfy Northeastern’s foreign language requirement.
DAKAR: CIEE – CIEE Study Center
Traditional | Dakar, Senegal
Study Abroad Coordinator: Colleen Boyle (c.boyle@neu.edu)
If you are interested or majoring in French/Francophone studies, African studies, international relations, or development studies and are seeking an opportunity to live and study in a French-speaking West African country considered by many to be one of the most developed and democratic nations in that region, then this program is right for you. The program is geared toward students interested in continuing French language study and learning Wolof, while taking other courses in English and having a cultural immersion experience.
FRIBOURG: University of Fribourg – American College Program
Traditional | Fribourg, Switzerland
Study Abroad Coordinator: Daisy Biddle (d.biddle@neu.edu)
The American College Program (ACP) is a study abroad program at the University of Fribourg, Switzerland. The tradition of American students coming to Fribourg dates back more than 80 years. The ACP is one of the oldest study abroad programs available to American students and, since its inception, has hosted over 5000 participants.
GRENOBLE: API
Traditional | Grenoble, France
Study Abroad Coordinator: Daisy Biddle (d.biddle@neu.edu)
API provides beginning to high-level coursework for both the language and the non-language student, in English (in some locations) and the foreign language of the host country.
PARIS: API
Traditional | Paris, France
Study Abroad Coordinator: Daisy Biddle (d.biddle@neu.edu)
Students can choose between one of three program tracks in Paris, France. Students can choose a language immersion program, where all classes are taught in English or a program where the language course is required and take English language electives.
PARIS: Sciences Po
Traditional | Paris, France
Study Abroad Coordinator: Daisy Biddle (d.biddle@neu.edu)
Sciences Po (Institut d'Etudes Politiques de Paris) is one of the world's foremost universities for the study of government and politics. It offers a well-rounded curriculum and offers many courses in English. Sciences Po has six additional campuses in other cities that are also open to NU students. Each of these campuses has a regional focus, such as Latin American Studies or Eastern European Studies. Sciences Po has a very international campus, with nearly half of all students coming from abroad to study.
Sciences Po's other campuses:
- Le Havre: Europe-Asia campus
- Poitiers: Latin America campus
- Dijon: Central and Eastern Europe campus
- Reims: Europe-North America campus
- Nancy: European Franco-German campus
- Menton: Middle East and Mediterranean campus
Read about these campuses here