Europe & the Islamic World Traveling Seminar

Europe & the Islamic World Traveling Seminar

About the Program

Spend the January term exploring the rich history and culture of France, Spain and Morocco with a special emphasis on the intricacies of the European relationship with the Islamic world. Course content will be delivered through multiple site visits, guest lectures, and in-class meetings. You’ll have the opportunity to select the subject area that best meets your needs from the list of courses available.

Travel to Marrakesh, Rabat and Tangier in Morocco; Granada and Seville in Spain; and Aix-en-Provence and Paris in France! Check out the latest program itinerary for more details.

Requirements

Overview

Location:

Aix-en-Provence

Dates:

12/29/21 - 1/15/22

Price:

$5,895

Credits:

3

Deadlines

Apply By:

Closed

Withdraw By:

10/15/21

Requirements

$95 Online Application Fee
Complete Application
Transcript - Unofficial
Advisor Approval Form

Eligibility

Education
Completed:

1 Year of College, although advanced High School graduates may be eligible

Minimum GPA:

2.5

Other:

Some students may attend US colleges/universities already affiliated with this host institution and therefore will not be eligible to attend this CEA program. Please call CEA for further details regarding eligibility specifics.

Foreign Language Proficiency:

All Levels

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Where You'll Study

3

Credits

Program Structure & Courses

You’ll enroll in 1 course that meets for a total of 45 contact hours/3 credits. You may earn a total of 3 credits (up to 45 contact hours).

Prior to departure, you will select your preferred course and be enrolled accordingly. Please consult with your academic advisor at your home university on credit pre-approval guidelines.

Traveling Seminar Course Structure

Courses

The host institution has offered the following courses in the past. Please note that course listings will not be finalized until the start of the term.

*Courses with an asterisk indicate that the course has been associated with multiple subject areas.
Please click on the course title to view additional subject areas and detailed course information.

Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Classical Islam and the European Renaissance 300 En 45 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Jews, Muslims and Christians in Europe and the Islamic World * 300 En 45 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Cultural History of France and the Islamic World 300 En 45 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Cultural History of Europe and the Islamic World 300 En 45 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
European Politics and the Islamic World 300 En 45 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Cultural History of Spain and the Islamic World 300 En 45 3

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Where You'll Stay

*Housing options may change and will be confirmed on the housing application form prior to the start of the term. Below are the housing options that have been offered in the past.

Excursions

Get out and explore! Excursions are offered for most semester, year, and summer programs. Semester students are typically offered between two to three excursions and summer study students are typically offered between one to two excursions. You'll receive a calendar of excursions during orientation; here are a few day and overnight excursions we've offered in the past.

What's Included in your Program

From housing to excursions, our programs include a variety of inclusions to enhance your study abroad experience! Here are examples that may be available in Aix-en-Provence. Inclusions vary by program – please contact our Enrollment and Advising team to find out what options are available for you.

  • Personalized Pre-Departure Advising
  • Visa & Immigration Advising
  • Financial Advising
  • Tuition and Registration
  • Airport Pick-up
  • Onsite Orientation
  • City Tour
  • Onsite Staff Support
  • 24/7 Emergency Assistance
  • Travel Medical Insurance
  • International Emergency Service Support
  • Welcome & Farewell Events
  • Centrally Located Housing
  • Cultural Engagement
  • Volunteer Opportunities
  • Excursions
  • Host Institution Services & Amenities
  • Official Transcript(s)

Sample Calendar

The calendar for this program is coming soon; please check back later.


Sample Budget

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