Study Abroad> Paris Semester
A semester in Paris is a unique opportunity to expand your educational experience, learn French, participate in French cultural events, visit historical sites and become acquainted with another way of life.
Since the Middle Ages, Paris has drawn students from around the world to study at its renowned universities and to experience its cosmopolitan lifestyle.
Take part in the excitement of this unique atmosphere as you earn transferable college credit from San Diego State University .
For more information (including current prices and a brochure) contact:
Edith J. Benkov
European Studies
San Diego State University, San Diego, CA 92182-7704
(619) 594-5127 / 594-5111
E-Mail: ebenkov@mail.sdsu.edu
or
ACCENT
870 Market Street
San Francisco, CA 94105
(415) 904-7756
Web Page: www.accentintl.com
E-Mail: info@accentintl.com
For information on courses contact:
Maria Rybakov
SDSU Faculty in Paris
E-mail: mrybakov@mail.sdsu.edu
Academic Program
The program offers San Diego State courses with a specific site emphasis.
All courses marked by * satisfy GE requirements.
All French courses may be counted towards the major or minor.
Course offerings vary from semester to semester. The courses listed below are tentatively scheduled for Spring 2012. Final courses TBD based on enrollment.
Required Courses
Intermediate French in Paris (French 200 - 3 units)
Recommended for students who have had fewer than 2 years of college level French.
OR
Advanced French in Paris (French 400 - 3 units)
Recommended for students who have completed at least two years of college level French.
AND
Contemporary France (French 422 - 3 units)*
Courses 2012
EUROPEAN STUDIES 499 or FRENCH 499: Special Study (1-3 units)
Independent site-related project.
By arrangement with Professor Rybakova or SDSU European Studies Faculty.
FRENCH 200: Intermediate French in Paris (3 units)
Local Faculty
Development of proficiency skills at the intermediate level through work in small groups. Can be petitioned to satisfy the SDSU Foreign Language Graduation Requirement.
FRENCH 305B - Paris in French Literature (3 units)
Rybakova
Introduction to the literature of 19th and 20th century France, to include poetry, prose, and theatre. Taught in French. Satisfies GE requirement under Explorations IV;C for non-French majors completing at least 60 units this semester.
FRENCH 400: Advanced French in Paris (3 units)
Local faculty
Advanced grammar and stylistics through writing and speaking.
FRENCH 422: Contemporary France (3 units)
Local Faculty
Political, economic and social structures as well as artistic, intellectual and cultural trends. Examinations and written reports in French. Satisfies GE requirement under Explorations IV;C for non-French majors completing at least 60 units this semester.
FRENCH 424: French Film and Theory (3 units)
Rybakova
French cinema, exploring films set in Paris. Taught in French or English. Satisfies GE requirement under Explorations IV;C for non-French majors completing at least 60 units this semester.
GENERAL SUDIES 450 - French Life and Culture (3 units)
Local Faculty
Cultural comparisons that are a reflection of your experiences in class, on excursions, and in your day-to-day life. Satisfies GE requirement under Explorations IV;C for non-French majors completing at least 60 units this semester.
Final course offerings subject to change, based upon enrollment.
Faculty
Academic Director
Maria Rybakova is an assistant professor of Classics and Humanities at SDSU. A Moscow native, Rybakova began her studies in Latin and Greek at Moscow University and earned her Ph.D. in Classics from Yale. In addition to her scholarly pursuits, Rybakova is a prize-winning Russian author, with works translated into Spanish, German and French. She recently spent a month as writer in residence at Bordeaux.
Local Faculty
Faculty for other courses are selected for their extensive academic qualifications and their ability to work with American students.
Véronique Duparc, F.L.E. (French), a native of Brittany, is an expert is second language. She'll guide you through the intricacies of French and current issues.
Cultural Program
Normandy -- Brittany Weekend
During a three-day, two-night excursion, visit historical sites of World War II and medieval France. On Friday, see the Memorial Museum, the American War Cemetery and Omaha Beach (D-Day Beaches), with a possible stop to see the Bayeux Tapestry, which tells the story of the Norman Conquest. On Saturday, take a walking tour of the ramparts of St. Malo and visit the medieval city of Dinan. Early morning departure on Sunday for Mont St. Michel where the group will climb up to the abbey for a guided visit.
In addition, your Paris activities include site visits, attending an opera or a ballet, lectures of diverse cultural topics as well as other activities organized by Accent.
Optional Visits
Chartres
Day trip to Chartres and to the Cathedral of Chartres, one of the finest examples of Gothic architecture in Europe. Free time for lunch and to explore the labyrinthine streets, picturesque bridges and old houses on the Eure river.
Fontainebleau --Vaux-le-Vicomte
Day excursion beginning with the Château de Fontainebleau, home of Napoleon. Visit the castle and gardens. For lunch, take a walk through the beautiful forest surrounding the town, or eat in one of Fontainebleau's restaurants. In the afternoon, visit the castle and gardens of Vaux-le-Vicomte.
Giverny
Visit Giverny and Monet's house and gardens; see the lovely countryside.
Fees
Program Price
$5600 (double occupancy) + a refundable $200 security deposit
based on a minimum of 15 students.
Optional:
Single room : $1100 additional fee
Single home stay (includes breakfast and one dinner per week): $225
SDSU Fees*
- SDSU in-state** students : $3289
- CSU in-state Visitor students : $3289
- Non-CSU students enroll though Open University: $197/ unit
* Fee SDSU fee information current as of 2/11. Please refer to the Spring 2012 class schedule (available October 2011) for payment schedule
**Out-of-state SDSU students pay additional $372/unit.
Air Fare
San Diego-Paris, est. $1200
For a detailed breakdown of what these fees do and do not include, please consult the program brochure.
Deadlines
Program Dates: January 23 - April 20, 2012
Enrollment in the Paris Program is subject to space limitations --
secure your place by submitting $250 deposit early!
>>Download the Application and Brochure (.pdf)
>>Download the payment coupons (.pdf)
You must submit a receipt for the $250 deposit with your completed application.
Deadline for first payment ($250 deposit) & application: November 7, 2011
Deadline for second payment: November 28, 2011
Beyond November 29 limited enrollment is allowed as space permits.
Deadline for final payment: January 14, 2012
For SDSU payment schedule of fees, please refer to the Spring 2012 class schedule.
The Dorothy Elizabeth Knott Study in France Scholarship
The endowment provides one student approximately $750 to help defray the costs of the Paris Program.
To be eligible to apply, you must be an SDSU student at the time of application with a minimum GPA of 3.0.
>>Download the Application (.pdf)
Application Deadline: October 31, 2011
Award Announced: On or before December 16, 2011.