Study Abroad in France or Italy

Whether you're looking for a semester aboard, summer study abroad or an internship study abroad opportunity, we can help you enrich your College experience and broaden your global perspective.

Study Abroad Opportunities

France, Italy or Morocco, immerse yourself in the language and culture of a semester, summer or internship abroad.
  • La Rochelle, France - Fall Semester

    A city of over 90,000, La Rochelle, known for it’s quality of life, enjoys a mild and pleasant climate. With ecology as a high priority, its Atlantic coast and beautiful islands have made the city the second most visited tourist area in France. Ancient architecture and ultramodern neighborhoods are harmoniously juxtaposed and cultural life and endless streams of students and visitors keep the city squares very animated and boisterous 24 hours a day.

    La Rochelle is a major seaport and center of proud Huguenot history and culture. Paris is three hours away by high speed train, and the city is in close proximity to other regional historic attractions such as Bordeaux, Cognac, and L’Ile de Ré.

    Study Abroad in La Rochelle
  • Sorrento, Italy - Summer

    Director: Giovanna De Luca

    You'll study and reside at the Sant'Anna Institute which is just a short walk from the center of Sorrento and enjoys commanding views of Marina Grande, the Gulf of Naples, and Mount Vesuvius.

    Sorrento is a real haven of peace for study and creativity and it is not by chance that it has been, for more than three centuries, the destination of international artists, poets, and musicians.

    Throughout this program, you will have the opportunity to explore and study topics of Italian culture that are particularly interesting for them. The program will also provide four excursions to Pompeii, Naples, Capri, and the Amalfi Coast, along with a weekend in Rome.

    Study abroad in Sorrento, Italy
  • Paris - Internship Study Abroad

    The internship is a three credit course under the guidance of an on-site faculty member.

    During the program, you'll gain insight into the workings of professional work environments in a French work space. You will combine practical work experience with academic and analysis under the direction of a supervisor in the host organization. However, your learning experience depends very much on taking initiative and having a positive attitude.

    You will need to display maturity, independence, and self-motivation. Students minoring or majoring in one of the French programs get the opportunity to gain valuable applied experience and connections in professional fields.

    This course is directly associated with FREN 381 "Professional Business Practices in French" during which students prepare for a successful practical experience.

    For more information contact:

    Juliette Bourdier, Ph.D.
    bourdier@cofc.edu