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Study Abroad Programs in Bordeaux, France

Bordeaux is more than just the wine capital of the world; it is the perfect place to study abroad while you are in France. No, seriously. Hear us out. Bordeaux’s old town has been added to UNESCO’s World Heritage list for its urban architecture—its number of historical buildings is second only to Paris in all of France! If you want inspiration, studying abroad in Bordeaux is a great way to understand all that France has to offer (but off the beaten path) while still increasing your learning and enjoying the fermented fruits of your labor. Forget Paris—true francophiles will study abroad in Bordeaux.

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Middlebury School in France: Bordeaux

The capital of the Aquitaine region, Bordeaux was referred to as ...

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An amazing semester in Bordeaux

by: Maeve Shea - United StatesProgram: Middlebury School in France: Bordeaux
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I had an incredible semester in Bordeaux with the Middlebury Schools Abroad. I think the highlight of my 4 months there was living with my host family, they were so supportive and helpful with any questions I had about life in Bordeaux. I loved having the freedom to explore this new city on my own and with friends from the program and other international students. The French university system is very different from the United States so it definitely took some getting used to, but other than that it was so interested to learn in a new environment.

A Guide to Studying Abroad in Bordeaux

What you need to know to study abroad in Bordeaux, France

France is known for many things, from gastronomy to fashion, and a trip to study abroad in Bordeaux is a great way to pursue your chosen topic of study while still getting a chance to become versed in the French way of living and the finer things in life. 

Popular subjects to study.  Fashion Design and Manufacturing is a popular choice in Bordeaux, with easy proximity to various centers of fashion commerce and design, which come up high on the list for students interested in studying in France. Business and Communication are also popular choices, given than long-term leaders in industry are headquartered in France and Bordeaux itself is central to a worldwide business exemplar with the local wine industry. Finally, language comes alive when you are studying French in Bordeaux; every walk through the city reinforces what you learn with flashcards and vocabulary quizzes in class.

Short term and summer programs vs. long term programs. Selecting a longer course of study in Bordeaux, like a year long or semester long program, gives you a chance to really dive into the French language; you will also notice how modern France has become a tourism capital while retaining the distinctive way of enjoying life. Selecting a short-term program gives you an immediate connection to the amazing landscapes that surround Bordeaux, while preparing you for other travel or a return to your home institution.

Attending universities vs. other program type. While you study abroad in Bordeaux, you will find a variety of courses and degrees offered in a traditional university setting or in a satellite campus arrangement. There are also combination programs in fields like the Fashion Industry that will combine classroom learning with a required internship that gets your feet wet in the fast-paced world of garment design, as well as 3rd party providers that can sometimes save you quite a bit of money if the program is right for you.

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