Description

The CET Tunisia program is open to serious students of all Arabic language levels, including beginners. Tunis, the capital city, is the perfect place for challenge-seeking students who want to explore Tunisia's riveting transformation. Intensive Arabic language courses and electives taught in English guide students through an in-depth study of the region. Students return home with confidence, language facility and a nuanced understanding of Maghreb culture.

Electives in Middle Eastern studies examine social, historical and religious implications. Courses in Modern Standard Arabic and Tunisian Dialect allow students to experience for themselves the host society's dynamic undercurrent. Outside of class, students practice Arabic with their Tunisian language partner or explore a new corner of the city with their Tunisian roommate.

The medina, Tunis' old Arab quarter, dates from the 7th century and is ripe for exploration: mazes of covered alleys, ancient palaces, colorful markets alive with trade. The cosmopolitan downtown offers European-style cafés, theaters and art galleries. Students revel in this complex city, soaking in its history of over 4,000 years.

The CET Tunisia program operates in the neighborhood of Sidi Bou Said with its beautiful seaside views. CET Tunisia students share apartments with Tunisian roommates. All apartments are within walking distance of the CET center and offer fully equipped kitchens, televisions and washing machines. For meals, some students cook for themselves or with their Tunisian roommates. Others explore the campus area's many inexpensive restaurants and eateries. Excellent and inexpensive public transportation gives students easy access to both the city and its outskirts.

Highlights

* Open to all levels of Arabic language learners
* Intensive Arabic language courses
* Middle Eastern studies courses, taught in English, during the semester programs
* For spring semester students: direct-enroll courses, taught in English, at the University of Carthage
* Tunisian roommates, language partners and classmates

Degree Level

Bachelors Degree (Undergraduate)

Languages

• Arabic

Languages Used as a Medium of Teaching

• Arabic
• English

Subject Areas

Cost in US$:

USD 13,990 for Spring 2013

Program Fees Include:

* Tuition and transcript
* Online pre-departure information
* Pre-departure advising & orientation webinar
* Arrival day meet & greet
* On-site orientation
* Full-time resident staff
* Housing: Apartment with Tunisian roommate
* Traveling seminars & excursions
* CET immersion activities
* Overseas university services
* Comprehensive medical insurance
* Visa information packet & fees

Credit Available

yes

Experience Required

no

This Program is open to

American and Canadian Participants.

Typical Living Arrangements

• Apartment/Flat

Participants Travel

Independently

Typically Participants Work

Independently

Scholarships are Available

* CET Scholarship * Outstanding Scholar Award * Marie H. Karger Memorial Scholarship for Women

Application Process Involves

• Essay
• Letters of Reference
• Physical Exam/Health Records
• Transcript
• Written Application

Typically The Application Process Time is

Two weeks

Post Services Include

• Alumni Network
• Exit Debriefing Abroad

CET Academic Programs's Mission Statement

CET Academic Programs mission is to... * To create intensive study abroad programs for students who choose to be challenged, both academically and experientially. * To immerse students in our programs' off-the-beaten-path locations and unique subject matter. * To equip students with new skills, broader perspectives and an appreciation of cultural differences. * To create study abroad innovations for the field, and to serve as a resource to faculty and educational institutions in the development of programs abroad.

Year Founded

1982