About the European Summer Programs


History
In 2001, Université Catholique de Lille put in place the first session of the European Summer Program. Every summer since, this program has been achieving its goal of offering international students the opportunity of having an extraordinary study abroad experience in Lille, France.

 

The program was created in collaboration with international partner universities in order to best meet international students’ expectations. Every year, an evaluation takes place to ensure that the program fits students’ needs.

 

Since then, the program has become more and more successful with each passing year. From 27 students in the first year, it has grown to 113 students in 2011.

 

Our students come from all over the world: Argentina, Australia, Austria, Belgium, Canada, China, Denmark, Ecuador, Germany, Great Britain, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Italy, Japan, Macedonia, Mexico, The Netherlands, Poland, Russia, South Korea, Spain, Taïwan, the USA, Vietnam. And this variety makes the program even richer for participants when they are able to mix with other international students sharing a common experience in France.

 

As one of our main aims is to be student-centered, we have developed tailor-made programs with our partner universities and we are proud of now having a wide-range of electives that students can take depending on their interests.

                                        
Structure of the European Summer Program:
 
            1) A common core:
- French Intensive Language Course (different levels from beginner to advanced) and Intercultural Communication Classes in the General Program
- French Intensive Language Course (different levels from beginner to advanced) OR Project Management in the Science and Engineering Program
 
            2) ONE elective chosen from the list of courses:
                - a large choice of subjects allowing every student to choose according to their interests,
                - classes in small groups,
                - highly-qualified teachers.
 
            3) Fieldtrips in France and Europe and cultural activities,

            4) Accommodation on campus and a comprehensive hospitality package.
 
 
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