French, Arabic and EuroMediterranean study

A multicultural program based on Euro-Mediterranean Studies
The program objective is to expand participant's horizons while discovering French and Mediterranean cultures.
The study of cross-cultural influences allows a better understanding of the links uniting European and Mediterranean countries.
Program content:
- French language course : development of French language skills through interactive on-going communication. Assessment of language competence using the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages guidelines (CEFRL) : 45 hrs
- Arabic language course : a hands-on approach to the Arabic language targetted at beginners, that will enable participants to communicate in simple situations: 45 hrs
- Euro-Mediterranean study: this course focuses on cross-cultural relations between Europe and neighbouring countries: 45 hrs
- Service-Learning (45hrs) including:
* a French Institutions course : the Institutions course is taught in English or French depending on participants language competence. It deals with the major issues at stake in French society and the way they are met by institutions and associations. It complements students volunteer activities, linking traditional learning and experimentation
*Volunteering. The community service activities are organized according to the requests of the participating students, their abilities and expectations. They can choose from a wide variety of placements: education, health care, humanitarian, culture or environme

* A unique combination of theory in the classroom, practice of the language and experience in the community
* A lifelong experience allowing students to:
•Grow linguistically, intellectually and personally
• Expand your horizons in France, meet new people, share with the other volunteers, participate in projects and discover a muti-cultural society.
• Prepare for the working life through your community service, matching volunteer opportunities with personal/professional goals and skills, a gateway to job opportunities
• Master new languages.
• Learn to know yourself and share your values.
• Adapt to the changes, open yourself and connect to the world.

English, Arabic, French