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French for Diplomatic Relations
Bordeaux, France
The city of Bordeaux lies around 62 miles (100km) from the Atlantic, at the lowest bridging point on the Garonne River. The city center sits between place Gambetta and the Garonne. Bordeaux, home to one of France's seven key wine regions has around 500 chateaux, or vineyards. While a large majortity of visitors come to the city and its surrounds to tour the chateaux and sip world-class wines and indulge in the regional cuisine, Bordeaux offers much more. The city has excellent museums, vibrant nightlife and beaches nearby. The combination of wide avenues and neoclassical architecture to the well-maintained parks give the city a 18th-century type grandeur. The ethnically diverse population and a lively university community of some 60,000 students aid in making this city a must for the language traveler.
Located in beautiful Bordeaux, in the southwest of France, this program is suitable for students interested in a career in diplomacy or for professionals who already work in this field (ambassadors, officials from international organizations, etc). Participants will develop vocabulary and master a more formal terminology by observing diplomatic communications, examining various professional documents, and by engaging in debates and formal speeches, all in a timetable that suits the individual participant needs. At least beginner French language proficiency is recommended to benefit the most from the program.
Requirements:
- Minimum French Level: Beginner
Participants: Ambassadors, diplomats, international organizers, government agents, political science students. Mostly Europeans of all ages, with a good mix between 25-40
Other: A spacious and impressive 19th century three-story building overlooking Place Gambetta, a beautiful park. Situated in the heart of the city offering modern facilites with 15 bright air-conditioned classrooms, study room, library and vending machines for snacks and drinks. There are additional classrooms in a nearby annex which are also used by the students. Capacity is 130 students/day.
Program (included in tuition):
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- 4 hrs/day (22 hrs/wk) group classes (max 12)
- Additional 2 hrs/day (10 hrs/wk) private classes focusing on diplomatic communication
- Private room with host family
- Breakfast and dinner daily
- Organized activities
- Airport pick-up
- Emergency message service
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Possible Options (extra cost):
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- Organized weekend excursions
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| Course Name |
1
Wk |
2
Wks |
3
Wks |
4
Wks |
Add'l
Wks |
Class
Size |
Meals |
| French for Diplomacy Program w/homestay |
n/a |
$1890 |
$3295 |
$4700 |
$1410 |
max 12 |
2 |
| French for Diplomacy classes only |
n/a |
$1275 |
$2370 |
$3470 |
$1100 |
max 12 |
0 |
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Start Dates: Any Monday
Closed Dates: 3/24, 5/1, 5/8, 7/14, 8/15, 11/11, 12/21-1/3/2009
This program is not available for absolute beginners
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Program Notes:
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Extra homestay nights: $40/night. Extra nights not available during summer months June-August
Airport pickup is not included or available if opting for classes only.
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