French Culture and Society

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Students interested in French Culture and Society will be able to learn French and be immersed in the French culture. It will be composed of :

- Intensive French

48 contact hours - 4 ECTS credits

- French Culture and Society

40 contact hours - 6 ECTS credits

Period
28-06-2013 - 23-07-2013 (4 weeks)



Target group
The European Summer Program of Lille catholic University is a multidisciplinary program designed for students who are looking for a comprehensive educational experience abroad. Our students come from all over the world. This variety makes the program even richer for participants when they are able to mix with their international students sharing a similar experience in France. Students should have completed secondary education in their home country and have a good knowledge of English.

Course aim
Content: Overview of French culture by comparing different regions and traditions. French history and geography. Overview of artistic, intellectual and cultural life in France. Examples taken in the fields of fine arts, architecture, music, cinema and movies, la mode and the fashion industry, food and cuisine. Major characteristics of French society such as education, family, social welfare, leisure, labour market. A focus on Northern France with visits to museums and an art and architecture city tour. The influence of the Franco-Belgian border on Northern Frances cultural life. Introduction to intercultural communication to better understand European culture and develop communication skills in an international setting.

Credits
6.0 ECTS credits

Course fee
EUR 2490: including tuition fees, administration fees, accommodation, breakfast and lunch on weekdays, free access to public transportation in Lille, access to university facilities, fieldtrips, 5 group dinners, an orientation program, cultural and social activities.

Course leader
esp@univ-catholille.fr

Universite Catholique de Lille
Address: 60 bd Vauban BP 109
Postal code: 59016
City: Lille
Country: France
Website: http://www.univ-catholille.fr/studying-la-catho/esp.asp
E-mail: esp@univ-catholille.fr
Phone: +33(0)359566993