Learn French in Bordeaux
French Immersion in France
Learning French abroad in Bordeaux, France is one of many language immersion programs offered by AmeriSpan. France is world-renowned for its rich history and spectacular cuisine. The landscape ranges from the high cliffs and rocky beaches in the north, to the resorts of the Riviera in the south. France’s beautiful countryside is abundant with vineyards and farms. Cosmopolitan cities and quaint towns make France a diverse country ripe in culture and charm.
Learn French Language in 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.
School Facilities:
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.
Participants:
Mostly Europeans of all ages, with a good mix between 25-40
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French Immersion Program (included in tuition):
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- 4 hrs/day classes (20 hrs/wk)
- Group classes (max 12)
- Private room with host family
- Breakfast and dinner daily
- Organized activities
- Airport pick-up
- Emergency message service
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Options (extra cost):
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- One-on-one classes
- Organized weekend excursions
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| What We Like: |
What We Don't Like: |
- Private room & laundry service
- School organizes activities
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- 45-minute sessions, less than most programs
- Many tourists during the summer
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2008 Prices (Click to see prices for 2007)
| Course Name |
1
Wk |
2
Wks |
3
Wks |
4
Wks |
Add'l
Wks |
Class
Size |
Meals |
| 4 hrs/day Group w/ homestay |
n/a |
$1480 |
$2100 |
$2725 |
$625 |
max 12 |
2 |
| 4 hrs/day Group classes only |
n/a |
$865 |
$1180 |
$1495 |
$315 |
max 12 |
n/a |
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Airport Pickup: Included with homestay
Airport Pickup Comments:
* Airport pickup is not included or available if opting for classes only
Program Additions & Upgrades:
* Extra homestay nights: $40/night. Extra nights not available during summer months June-August
* Private classes: $830 for first 10 hours, $73/hour thereafter. Minimum 10 hours of class.
Start Dates:
Any Monday but beginners must start: 2007: 11/7 2008: 1/7, 2/4, 3/3, 3/31, 4/28, 5/26, 6/23, 7/21, 8/18, 9/15, 10/13, 11/10
Closed Dates:
2007: 11/1, 12/21-12/31 2008: 1/1-1/6, 3/24, 5/1, 5/8, 7/14, 8/15, 11/11, 12/21-1/3/2009
Other Comments:
* All participants must study at least 2 weeks.
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