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UNIVERSITY OF PARIS, SORBONNE
French Language and Civilisation - 2008
"Cours Pratiques" - Paris, France
4 weeks - $2295 / 8 weeks - $3295 / Semester - $4295
The Program
 What better place to study and experience the French language than at its source - The University of Paris, Sorbonne. The program objective is to give all foreign students, whatever their level, the opportunity to attend French Language and Culture courses in Paris. The course is open to beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels. Certificate of completion (transcript) is provided to each student upon completing the course. Students must request this "certificate" (transcript) upon completion.
All courses are taught in French. Over 150,000 students from around the globe have participated in this program. Open to all adults. All levels of ability.
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Courses
French Language - all levels - beginning, intermediate, advanced. All courses are taught in French. Placement tests are given upon arrival to determine level of ability (Niveaux, Niveau Moyen, Superieur), and students are placed in the proper level course. There are also courses for "absolute beginners", as well as very advanced students.
Cultural Activities - (conferences) are included in the Fall, Winter and Spring Semesters as well as the Summer sessions....but they are available for only "high intermediate" and "advanced" level students, for the lectures are taught in French.
 A placement test is given there upon arrival, and those considered "high intermediate" or "advanced" level ability can then enroll in 1- 2 cultural electives.
Beginner - low intermediate students take Phonetics and language laboratory. Cultural course listings vary every term (session), and are available upon check-in. Course topics include: history, politics, literature, philosophy, sociology, music, art and geography. Elective course descriptions are obtained upon check-in.
All courses are taught by French professors (instructors) from the University of Paris Sorbonne. Upon completing the course (term), all students will receive a "transcript" (Ceritficate) of completion from the University of Paris-Sorbonne. Class size varies by level, with the largest classes (beginning level) being about 20 students.
French 101(Elementary):
Elementary French
Location: University of Paris - Sorbonne (Paris, France)
Sessions: Fall, Winter, Spring, Summer Terms
This course is a first year college "Cours Pratiques" in French grammar and writing practice for beginners and students with up to two years of high school French or one year of college French. It is designed to give a basic foundation in French vocabulary, grammar, reading, phonetics, conversation and laboratory practice. Includes a Phonetics lab.
French 201(Intermediate):
Intermediate French
Location: University of Paris-Sorbonne (Paris, France)
Sessions: Fall, Winter, Spring, Summer Terms
This "Cours Pratiques" instruction is a contination of French 101, and covers vocabulary, grammar, compostition, and textual analysis. Emphasis is put on compostion, reading skills, and conversation ability. Overall, this course supports the more advanced areas of the French language. Phonetics lab included.
French 301(Advanced):
Advanced French 1
Location: University of Paris-Sorbonne (Paris, France)
Sessions: Fall, Winter, Spring, Summer Terms
This course focuses on improving oral fluency and written composition. More emphasis is placed on tenses, moods, syntax and the use of language types (informal, colloquial, an refined). Focus is also placed on improving vocabulary, grammar, composition, and textual analysis. Current events in France will also be included in conversation. Includes Phonetics lab.
French 401 (Superior):
Advanced Level 2
Location: University of Paris-Sorbonne
Sessions: Fall, Winter, Spring, Summer
This course is for very advanced level students, and focuses on acquiring excellent grammar skills as well as perfecting syntax, semantics, and nuances of the French Language. Contemporary cultural topics, politics, economics and business are discussed in class to help students understand more about modern French Society.
French 120 / 220 / 320 /420 - Phonetics
Location: University of Paris-Sorbonne
Sessions: Fall, Winter, Spring, Summer
This course is in conversation and phonetic French, and emphasizes a practical working knowledge of daily French language. Focus is on practice and theory of French pronounciation, intonation, sentence structure and articulation. This course is taken together with the other courses at the same level. Thus, all level courses include a "Phonectics Course" to go with it.
Additional Courses for Intermediate and Advanced Levels:
- Art History (History of Art in France) (300 - 400 Levels)
- Economy and Society in France:17th, 18th, 19th, and 20th Century (300 - 400 Levels)
- History of Paris 1 & 2 (300 Levels)
- History of France (Middle Ages to 18th Century) 400 Level
- History of France (18th - 20th Century) 400 Level
- Literature: 17th, 18th, 19th & 20th Century (300 - 400 Levels)
- Philosophy - History of Ideas Until 18th Century - 400 Level
- Philosophy - Modern French Thought - 400 Level
- Political Science - French Politics - 400 Level
- Sociology - French Society - 400 Level
NOTE: Above cultural (extra) courses require student to pass placement exam for highintermediate and advanced levels. All courses taught in French. Thesecourses areoptional and cost additional fee if accepted to take any of these extra courses. All students must take placement test.
NOTE: All courses are university level and taught by qualified faculty. Course descriptions are obtained from the instructor there.
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Academic Credit
Students earn 12-15 semester credits for completing Fall, Winter, and Spring
Semesters - 20 hours of class per week. 3 - 4 credits per month during the Summer courses.
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Financial Aid
Yes, you can use your financial aid on this program. Please have your Financial Aid office fax us a "Consortium Agreement" to complete and sign. CSA Fax # 253-850-0454. CSA does not offer any scholarships or financial aid, we can only assist you in using your home school's financial aid on this program.
A faxed copy is acceptable: CSA Fax # 253-850-0454.
The earlier the better, since it takes time to process. Overall, CSA does not offer any financial aid, we can only assist you in obtaining and using your aid from your home school on these programs.
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Activities
Some local excursions and cultural activities are scheduled during the year. Students should check with the student office there for destinations, schedule, and prices. These are optional, cost extra, and are not guaranteed. Many students organize their own excursions and field trips with classmates.
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Housing
There is no residence hall housing at the Sorbonne. CSA provides web-links for several housing options, located below as well as in the "Housing" and "Important Links" sections of the Main Menu (CSA website). Finding housing takes 1-3 days. Housing arrangements are usually obtained upon arrival and visiting the various housing places and choosing one you prefer (facilities vary). Housing with a French family is possible, but only after arrival and upon request to the Sorbonne student office...which can take a few days to arrange...and can only be done in Paris.
CSA provides web-links for Paris housing in Foyers and hostels on our website located in both the "Housing" and "Important Links" sections of the main menu. Students stay in "residence halls" called Foyers. CSA provides a list of these Places. Students are responsible to obtain their own housing upon arrival into Paris. CSA strongly suggests that students arrive into Paris 1 week prior to starting date. Finding a suitable room in a Foyer can take 1-3 days. If you need to stay in a hotel for 1-2 nights, CSA will also include a few hotel listings with your "confirmation of enrollment". Housing costs will vary per student. Expect at least $600-$900 per month with some meals. - depending on lifestyle. Meals can be prepared yourself, or you can purchase meal tickets at the Foyers and nearby restaurants. Some Foyers will have cafeteria facilities. See list. For more information, see links for Paris housing. (click here)
Paris Housing and Hotel Web-Links
http://France.accommodationforstudents.com
http://www.cheaphostel.com
http://www.locaflat.com
http://www.foyer-tolbiac.com
http://www.hostelworld.com
http://www.hostelz.com
http://www.hostel.com
http://www.estudines.fr
http://www.france-apartment.com
http://www.paris-appartements-services.fr
http://www.citadines.com
http://www.francehotels.com
http://www.hotelsinfrance.com
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Dates and Fees
Spring Semester 2008
(French Language and Civilisation - 80 hrs per month)
| February 12th - May 30th, 2008 |
$4295 French Language and Civilisation |
Spring Session - 8 Weeks 2008
(French Language - 60 hrs per month)
| February 18th - April 11th, 2008 |
$3295 French Language |
No Visa required to attend this session.
Summer Sessions - 2008
| 4 weeks |
June 2nd - 27th, 2008 |
10 hrs per wk French Language and Phonetics |
$1995 |
| 4 weeks |
July 3rd - 31st, 2008 |
20 hrs per wk French Language, Phonetics, Lectures |
$2295 |
| 6 weeks |
July 3rd - August 14th, 2008 |
20 hrs per wk French Language, Phonetics, Lectures |
$2795 |
| 8 weeks |
July 3rd - August 29th, 2008 |
20 hrs per wk French Language, Phonetics, Lectures |
$3295 |
| 4 weeks |
August 1st - 29th, 2008 |
20 hrs per wk French Language, Phonetics, Lectures |
$2295 |
| 4 weeks |
September 1st - 26th, 2008 |
20 hrs per wk French Language, Phonetics, Lectures |
$2295 |
Level: Summer sessions open to all levels of French ability.
Fall Session (Quarter 2008) French Language and Civilisation
| September 4th - December 4th, 2008 |
$3995 Language and Civilisation |
French
Language Course: 15 hrs per week (Monday- Friday) Morning/Afternoon. Plus 20 hrs of phonetics with laboratory (1 hr per day for 4 weeks) in afternoon Phonetics course starts in mid-September.....and is compulsory. Arrival: 1 week prior to starting date to obtain housing and take level test.
Exams: Last week of course. Certificate of Completion given after exams.
Winter Semester 2008 (French Language and Civilisation)
| October 9th, 2008 - January 23rd, 2009 |
$4295 |
Academic Year 2008 - 2009
| October 9th, 2008 - May 29th, 2009 |
$8395 |
Spring Semester 2009
| February 10th - May 29th, 2009 |
$4295 |
Spring Session - 8 Weeks 2009
French Language - 60 hrs per month
| February 16th - April 10th, 2009 |
$3295 |
NOTE: Christmas vacation-2 weeks (December 20th - January 2nd) exact dates given upon arrival/ check-in.
Final Exams: Last week of course. Certificate of attendance given after exams.
French Language Course: 20 hrs per week (Monday- Friday). Morning/Afternoon. Includes Phonetics course (laboratory).
Certificate of Completion given after exams.
FEES
Fee Includes: tuition (course), registration, documents for visa. Standard Fee does not include textbooks, housing, meals, insurance, orientation, or airfare, Books cost: $30-$50.
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Requirements
Passport required. Visa not required for tourist stay up to 3 months. Students are required to obtain a visa in advance. "Letter of enrollment" is needed to obtain student visa. CSA will provide each applicant with this "letter" upon registration and payment. Again, a Visa is required for the Semester programs. It is the student's responsibility to apply for a Visa at the nearest French Consulate. Visa fee approx. $60.
http://www.french-embassy.com Plan on arriving into Paris 1 week prior to starting date. You will need time to locate suitable housing, and take the level test before classes begin. CSA will provide additional information about arrival, directions, map and school contact information. Mailed with enrollment confirmation. Students are responsible for arranging their own transportation, obtaining a visa if needed, housing and meals.
Visa: Visa required. CSA will provide the "Letter of Admission" for visa.
Minimum Age: 18
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AIRPORT PICK-UP SERVICE
Airport Pick-up Service: Not available for this program. It's easy to take the transportation from the airport into central Paris. The Paris Metro is easy to use. Consult your travel book for details.
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Registration and Information
Register online. $50 deposit required. Please review the "How To Register" section on the CSA website. Payments can be made by money order, cashiers check, or personal check. We will e-mail you a "Confirmation Notice" with additional information shortly after receiving your online registration form. Thank you.
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