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STUDY ABROAD in NORMANDY, FRANCE!!!!

2013-2014

 

 

Application must be accompanied by deposit of $350. Deadline March 1, 2013

 

Make sure you apply for the MTSU Study Abroad Scholarship!!!

 

 

 

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MTSU's  French Section in the Department of Foreign Languages and Literatures is pleased to offer the chance of a year or semester in Normandy studying at the International Language School (CEFE) of the University of Caen-Basse-Normandie. Year-long students have may apply for the paid Junior High School teaching internship for the spring semester:

 

Located in the Lower-Normandy region of France, the beautiful city of Caen is home to nearly 115, 000 residents.

Who May Apply?

  • Students of MTSU in any major or minor
  • Must have a minimum of two semesters of university-level French ( or equivalent)
  • Preference given to advanced French students
  • Must have a GPA of C or better and be in good academic standing
  • Be a responsible, mature person who adapts easily to new situations

 

When Will I Leave?

  • The program is for one or two semesters, September-Dec; Jan.-May
  • Preference given to students staying for two semesters

 

What Will I Do?

  • Take immersion French courses, written and oral expression (determined according to Placement Test only)
  • Advanced students may take courses in French contemporary culture, Europe, Art, Communication & Media, Business French, etc.
  • Live on campus in an International Dorm
  • Second semester option in Caen features the possibility of a paid  position teaching English for 7 hours/week to French secondary students

 

What Will It Cost Per Semester?

Yes! Your usual Financial Aid applies:

  • MTSU tuition for 12 credit hours of French
  • One semester of MTSU dorm fee; one semester of the 10 meal plan plus $350 Dining Dollars plus funds for weekend meals;
  • Deposit of $350 to be refunded upon successful completion of Study Contract;
  • Study Abroad Program Fee and I-NEXT Card;
  • Passport and visa fees;
  • Travel to Caen and bus tickets in Caen; health insurance and residence permit fees;
  • Expenses during vacations when university is closed
  • International plan for your cell phone

 

What Do I Get?

  • 12 hours per semester of Course Credit in MTSU French program according to Study Contract
  • Free board and lodging during class sessions
  • Rapid progress in spoken and written French
  • First hand experiences of the culture
  • Experience in the French workplace
  • A gateway to an international career
  • Travel opportunities
  • Lifelong international friends

 

Will I Get Course Credit?

  • Yes!!!!  YOU CAN GRADUATE ON TIME!!!
  • Before you leave, you set up a Study Contract
  • Credits are earned according to results on final exams in France
  • Students may arrange before departure to take 4000 literature classes electronically with an MTSU French professor

 

How Do I Apply?

  • Fill out the application
  • Write a letter of intent, including specific hopes as to how this program could help you
  • Submit a current resume with photo and a transcript (unofficial)
  • Two letters of recommendation that address your  maturity and ability to adapt to new situations

 

Submit to

Ms. Tiffany Bickers

Coordinator, International Education

PH 0207
MTSU
Murfreesboro, TN 37132

Email: educationabroad@mtsu.edu
Phone: (615) 898-5179
 

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The University of Caen

 

 

 

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Capital of a region renowned throughout the world (Lower Normandy) and city of William the Conqueror, the city of Caen is ideal for cultural and touristic adventures. Its geographical location between land and sea and being only 2 hours away from Paris makes Caen a city ready to meet challenges

 

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