Description

Italian Language and Culture in Perugia

The Global Education Office and the VCU School of World Studies, in conjunction with the University for Foreigners of Perugia, are pleased to offer an innovative summer study-abroad program in Italy. The program offers an exceptional opportunity to immerse yourself in Italian language and culture during your month in beautiful medieval Perugia. Participants will have a classroom-based, language-learning experience with Italian natives from Perugia, as well as a cultural learning experience through lectures, tours and traditional Italian activities.

Course and credit options: 6 or 7 VCU credits

All participants will register for WRLD/INTL 391: The Italian Genius for 3 credits and will have the additional choice of one of the following courses:
* ITAL 101: Elementary Italian (4 credits)
* ITAL 102: Elementary Italian (4 credits)
* ITAL 201: Intermediate Italian (3 credits)
* ITAL 205: Intermediate Italian Conversation (3 credits)
* ITAL 300: Advanced Grammar and Conversation (3 credits)
* ITAL 330: Survey of Literature (3 credits).

Course description

In WRLD/INTL 391 The Italian Genius, students will be introduced to aspects of Italy's rich history and culture through various excursions. This course will be taught in English.

Italian language courses: Students will take intensive Italian instruction during the four weeks through the University for Foreigners of Perugia, at the beginner, intermediate or advanced levels. Three to four credits are available in Italian language and literature. Intermediate and advanced courses require attendance in grammar, syntax, reading, conversation and literature classes. Prerequisites apply.

The program is directed by Cinzia Corubolo, a professor of Italian and French at VCU School of World Studies. Cinzia has a lot of experience in taking students on study abroad programs in many towns in Italy.

Highlights

While in Italy

There will be a day trip to Siena and Cortona, or Florence, and one to Assisi, some of the most beautiful towns of the wonderful Tuscany region. There will also be two weekend trips. One will go to Naples, Pompeii and Capri. On Saturday, participants will bask in the hustle and bustle of Naples. Then, we will set our clocks back to 79 A.D. and take a stroll through the streets of Pompeii, where participants will see that the city of the dead is still very much alive. We will spend the night at a three-star hotel in the area. Sunday will be spent in Capri, where you will enjoy the romantic and relaxing atmosphere of the island of love, have a chance to brush against the rich and famous and take a plunge in the deep blue sea. The second weekend trip will be to Milan, the capital of fun, fashion and design. We will spend the first day visiting the city (a tour from Roman and medieval monuments to the latest trends of modern architecture). In the second day we will visit Pavia (close to Milan) and its beautiful Certosa, one of the most important examples of gothic-renaissance buildings in northern Italy. The last two days of the program will be spent in Rome to see the Coliseum, the Fori Imperiali, the Capitol, beautiful churches and world famous piazzas.

Participants share private apartments with cooking facilities. Meals, which are not included in the program cost, may be taken at the university cafeteria for approximately USD10 per meal or in any of the beautiful small Italian cafes scattered around the city (prices vary).

Degree Level

Bachelors Degree (Undergraduate)

Subject Areas

• Italian

Cost in US$:

Approx. USD2,500 + airfare + applicable VCU tuition

Program Fees Include:

* Accommodations
* Weekend excursions
* Study visits and tours
* Italian health insurance
* On-site Program Director support
* Application fee and deposit
* Pre-departure orientation
* VCU administrative fees
* International Student Identification Card

The following are not included in the program fee. Students are responsible for:
* Airfare
* VCU tuition and fees
* Most meals
* Passport application fee
* Visa fee
* Personal expenses during the program (estimated at USD1,500- USD2,000)
* Anything not specifically mentioned above

Please budget for these additional expenses.

Airfare is not included. Participants are responsible for making their own round-trip travel arrangements from the US to their destination city. Program directors will meet with accepted students to go over specific travel logistics and may help students in identifying low-cost travel options. For best fares, students are encouraged to purchase their tickets prior to April 15.

Experience Required

yes

This program is open to all students, regardless of major, who have at least a 2.0 GPA.

This Program is open to

American, Asian, Australian, Canadian, European, Kiwi, South African and Worldwide Participants.

Typical Living Arrangements

• Dormitory
• Home-stays
• Other

Application Process Involves

• Essay
• Online Application plus Application Assessment

Typically The Application Process Time is

2-4 weeks

Year Founded

1838