Program Description
This month long program is designed for students who wish to learn or improve the Italian language, know more about the Italian culture and experience the Italian way of living. The Italian "dolce vita" will change your perspective and attitude and you will became more international and definitely more Italian.
Location Description
The magical Amalfi Coast will be the perfect location for this unforgettable trip. Salerno, the city where you will live for four weeks, is a combination of unique emotions. It is the beauty of the coast. It is the charm of an ancient history. It is the scent of an unspoiled environment. The marvelous littoral - made up of beaches, cliffs and enchanting caves, and facing a sea that is a kaleidoscope of colors - enchant the visitor for the splendor of this place.
Dates
July 2, 2022 - July 30, 2022
Course(s)
Students must select 1 of the following courses:
- ITA 1130 - Italian 1 (5 credits)
OR - ITA 1131 - Italian 2 (5 credits)
Cost
The estimated cost of the program is $1,825 and includes lodging for one month, 5 full-day excursions to Amalfi, Ravello, Caserta Palace, Pompeii, Naples, Amalfi and Paestum, one visit to a limoncello factory, one pizza cooking class and one farewell dinner.
The program fee does not include most meals, round trip airfare, personal expenses, FIU courses instructional fee ($205.57 per credit), and the non-refundable study abroad fee ($195).
Apply
To apply to the program, please apply through the FIU Study Abroad page.
Contact Information
Department of Modern Languages Modesto A. Maidique Campus, DM 498A Professor Magda Novelli Pearson T: 305-348-2915 E: pearsonm@fiu.edu
Note: FIU is not responsible for delays, changes in itinerary, changes in the content and cost of the program or other matters that are beyond their control.
The Magic of Christmas Markets in Italy and Germany
Program Description
This course introduces students to the traditional Christmas markets of South Tyrol and Bavaria (Italy) also known as the 5 stars route. These markets reproduce a Christmas fairy tale atmosphere that is not usually included in the "traditional" study abroad route and, at the same time, students will wander in the romantic road of Bavaria (Germany) that lead to the enchanting Neuschwanstein Castle.
Location Description
Students will visit several cities of South Tyrol (North Italy) and Bavaria (South Germany) and discover their magic Christmas markets. Those cities are very close to the Alps, there will be probably snow in December.
Locations: Bolzano, Italy; Castello di Neuschwainsten, Germany; Cles, Italy; Fussen, Germany; Ingolstadt, Germany; Levico, Italy; Merano, Italy; Munich, Germany; Rothenberg, Germany; Trento, Italy; Verona, Italy
Dates
December 17, 2019 -December 23, 2019
Course
ITA 4930: Special Topics (3 cr)
Housing
Students will be sharing double rooms in 3 star hotels. Single rooms are available at an additional cost.
Cost
The estimated cost of this program is $880.00 per person and includes 6 nights in hotels with half board (breakfast and dinner), private bus transportation for the entire length of the program, entrance fee of the Neuschwanstein Castle. T he first payment for the program (September 15) is non-refundable.
The program fee does not include lunches, round-trip airfare, FIU course instructional fees ($205.57 per credit), and the non-refundable Study Abroad fee ($175).
Apply
To apply to the program, please apply through the FIU Study Abroad page.
Contact Information
Department of Modern Languages Modesto A. Maidique Campus, DM 498A Professor Magda Novelli Pearson T: 305-348-2915 E: pearsonm@fiu.edu
Note: FIU is not responsible for delays, changes in itinerary, changes in the content and cost of the program or other matters that are beyond their control.
