Description

The Western Civilization Program Abroad consists of four integrated courses, all taught by KU faculty. Two of these comprise the two-semester Western Civilization requirement. The other two courses are the Art and Architecture of Florence and Paris and European Culture and Society, 1945-Present.

All four courses integrate classroom time with visits to local museums, such as the Uffizi and the Louvre, as well as a number of trips to major historical sites like the Medici Chapel and Chartres Cathedral. In addition, walking tours of Florence and Paris will trace the histories of these two cities as they develop into major political and cultural centers.

In both the Fall and Spring semesters, students will start out in Florence, Italy and then move to Paris, France.

The Western Civilization Program Abroad has also made arrangements for several day trips from each city. In addition, there will be two 3-day excursions, including a visit to Rome and a tour of regional France, usually Normandy and Brittany.

Highlights

Academic Program
Students will fulfill both semesters of their Western Civilization requirement plus an additional three hours in art history and three hours in European Studies for a total of 12 KU semester credit hours. EURS 302 will satisfy the Historical Studies (HT) component of the Humanities principal course requirement. The course will also satisfy a requirement for the European Studies co-major.

All students take the following 3-credit hour courses:
- HWC 204 Western Civilization I
- HWC 205 Western Civilization II
- EURS 302 European Culture and Society, 1945-Present
- HA 305 Art and Architecture of Florence and Paris

Classes, taught by KU instructors, will be held in Accent facilities in Paris and Florence. Class hours are similar to campus. In addition, 1-2 local site visits will be scheduled each week. Most classes and museum visits will be scheduled Monday-Thursday. Fridays will be reserved for group day excursions or additional class time and local site visits. All site visits and excursions are an important part of the academic program and attendance is required. Participants will have one free 3-day weekend in each city.

For more information on the European Studies co-major, please contact us.

Degree Level

Bachelors Degree (Undergraduate)

Subject Areas

• Art History
• History
• Humanities

Cost in US$:

Approximately 9,900 - 12,678

Program Fees Include:

Approximately USD 9,900 (Approximately USD 12,678 for non-KU students with tuition included) The fee includes all costs of instruction, administrative costs, double-occupancy lodging in Florence and double or triple occupancy lodging in Paris, pre-departure orientation at KU and on-site orientations in Florence and Paris, group entries to cultural sites, program-related excursions and day trips, a 5-day Europass for travel during the mid-term break, rental of some of the required texts and emergency medical evacuation and repatriation services.

Tuition and Fees: Estimated tuition and fees for 12 credit hours (based
on standard tuition rate): approximately USD2,478. *

* Actual expenses for KU students will vary by the students individual tuition compact. Non-KU students will pay the standard tuition rate listed above.

Estimated Additional Expenses: Paris transit pass, airfare, passport and visa, meals, some books, accommodations during mid-term break, personal expenses, and insurance. The total estimated additional costs will be approximately USD7,950, depending on the students personal spending habits.

An optional flight will be arranged for the group.

Note:
All dates, costs, and program information are subject to change as necessary due to fluctuations in the exchange rate or other reasons.

Experience Required

no

Typical Living Arrangements

• Apartment/Flat

Application Process Involves

• Letters of Reference
• Transcript
• Written Application

University of Kansas's Mission Statement

The university is dedicated to preparing its students for lives of learning and for the challenges educated citizens will encounter in an increasingly complex and diverse global community. Over 100 programs of international study and cooperative research are available for KU students and faculty at sites throughout the world. The university offers teaching and research that draw upon and contribute to the most advanced developments throughout the United States and the rest of the world. At the same time, KU's extensive international ties support economic development in Kansas.