IFE: Paris Field Study
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Paris as international capital needs no introduction. As the capital of a (still) centralized State and territory and one of the power points of Europe, there is no end to the diversity of activity in the Paris region, whether in science, culture,... read more
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I was able to take very interesting classes that gave me a good introduction to French society that was complemented with an internship that was relevant to my field of study. I made some really good friends, and was able to live in an environment which made me truly appreciate Paris. Pauline D - Wellesley College View Entire Review
I became substantially more fluent and grew a lot personally. It was completely worthwhile, I would do it all over again in a heartbeat. Kimberly C - The University of Texas at Austin View Entire Review
Language skills, especially conversation. Cultural competence, definitely. Life skills for living alone-ish in a city. Workplace skills from my internship. General knowledge of French history, art, and politics. Laura B - The College of William and Mary View Entire Review
It is amazing how much someone can learn outside of the classroom when studying abroad, the internship showed me the way of international business and just getting to know the international students in my foyer expanded my knowledge of geography, politics, and point of views immensely. Marilyn V - Providence College View Entire Review
Yes. Jennifer S - Goucher College View Entire Review
I was able to gain a better understanding of myself (including strengths and weaknesses) and additionally became more independent...in the end making the study abroad experience something that I don't regret doing. But I wouldn't necessarily say that the experience was "worthwhile". Faced a lot of difficulties due to the incon... Molly G - Providence College View Entire Review
It was completely worthwhile. I learned a lot about myself, my confidence and fear, my clarity of thought and speech, my identity, my patience and humility, and my courage. simone.l.warner - The University of Texas at Austin View Entire Review
Everything. Friends, education, work experience, networks, new passions, A student - Providence College View Entire Review
I learned about myself, my goals, dreams, and aspirations. I learned that I could be independent, learn another language, and assimilate into another culture. I would not change anything about my experience. I recommend this program to anyone and everyone. Rebecca L - Providence College View Entire Review
Definitely Sophia A - Goucher College View Entire Review
I learned a lot about myself, about France, and about the world. It's hard to definitively say how this experience has changed me, because these changes and experiences will show themselves in the coming months and years. Christina M - Goucher College View Entire Review
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Paris as international capital needs no introduction. As the capital of a (still) centralized State and territory and one of the power points of Europe, there is no end to the diversity of activity in the Paris region, whether in science, culture, enterprises, politics, international affairs, administration or creativity of every sort. For IFE in Paris, this astoundingly varied hum of activity serves as so many doorways through the tourist looking glass into the center of the center of France.
The Paris Field Study and Internship program takes place in both the fall and spring, over the course of an 18 week semester. The semester begins with 5 weeks of intensive interdisciplinary courses, followed by a 12 week full time internship, in the student’s field. During the internship, students conduct independent field research, delving into a topic indepth and producing a 30 page paper on subject.
