Study Abroad in Montpellier, France
Academics: Integrated Studies
Fall & Spring Semester, Academic Year
Required Courses
15 credits for Fall; 12 credits for Spring
- August French Intensive Immersion Program (Fall/Academic Year only; 3 credits)
- Advanced grammar (3 credits)
- Writing or phonetics (3 credits)
- 2 integrated courses with French students (3 credits each)
Elective Courses
3-7 credits
- Internship + accompanying course (3 credits)
- Advanced Institute for Foreign Student course (1.5-3 credits each)
- Special Course for US Students (3 credits each)
- Additional integrated courses (3 credits each)
- Online Global Identity course (1 credit)
Exact course selection depends on your linguistic ability and academic objectives.
Course Type Descriptions
Integrated Courses
- With French students
- Taught in French
- 3 credits each
- Courses available in various fields
- Liberal Arts/Humanities courses at Paul Valéry (course catalog is not posted in advance; see fields of study available or view previous course offerings to get an idea of sample courses)
- Science, business, engineering, etc available at Montpellier I or Montpellier II
Topics Courses at the Institute for Foreign Students
- With international students from all over the world
- Taught in French
- Designed for non-native French speakers
- 1.5-3 credits each
- Various Topics Courses in French culture, literature, history, etc
Special Courses for US Students
- With other US students studying in Montpellier
- Taught in French
- Designed for US students
- Special Courses in French culture, literature, history, etc
- 3 credits each
Internship
- Available in various fields of interest
- Required accompanying Internship Course helps you to reflect on the French work environment while engaging in your internship
- Submit the Internship Application on your Confirmation Checklist
- 3 credits
- Past placements include:
- Library
- Government research agency
- Non-profit organization
- Radio station
- Retirement home
- Elementary school
- Museum
