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French Studies in the Arts, Language, Literature and Culture

Abbey Road Programs

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Course description

Every student on the program chooses two classes as their academic focus: a major and an elective. The French major class meets every morning Monday to Friday while electives meet three afternoons a week, Monday, Wednesday and Friday.

Majors: French language

Electives and Workshops: French Conversation and Culture, Photography, Studio Art, French Cinema, Riviera Sports

Students are placed in their French class according to their level, we accept beginners, intermediate and advanced speakers. There is a placement test on the first day of class.

In addition, we offer individual tutoring and intensive small group workshops, for those who want to challenge themselves and see a dramatic improvement in their French proficiency. Our language classes are taught in a fun, interactive, experiential way, maximizing intensive language and cultural immersion.

Class schedule

Course duration
2-4 weeks
Start dates
Every Monday
Class days
Monday - Friday

Class times

You can choose from the following class times:

Morning session
09:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Class schedule may change depending on availability and season.

Class level

Minimum level Absolute beginner

Class size

Average 10 students
Maximum 12 students

Student age

Age range 14 - 18 years old
Average 16 years old

Certificate

A certificate of completion will be issued at the end of the course.
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School description

A spectacular coastline stretching from Nice to the small harbor town of Beaulieu-sur-Mer exemplifies the
best of the French Riviera. Nice’s famous Promenade des Anglais offers dazzling views of the Mediterranean, while the many outdoor cafés, restaurants, and boutiques of the vibrant Rue de France bring alive the café culture of Southern France.

Our program in Nice is designed for students who are
interested in French language, art, culture, literature
and cuisine. You will experience the French way of life
while living in an apartment residence, shopping for
groceries in local markets, preparing traditional French
meals and having time to simply enjoy Southern France.
Advanced French students also have the opportunity to
directly enroll in university courses for the chance to
receive college credit.

HOUSING
Abbey Road students and staff live together in a modern
student residence in the beautiful Old Port neighborhood in
the heart of town, just a short walk away from the beaches
of the Promenade des Anglais. All students will have their
own single-room studio apartment, complete with a private
bathroom and a kitchenette.

AIR TRAVEL
For information on purchasing tickets for our chaperoned
flights from JFK please contact our main office.

DAY TRIPS
The group will go on day trips to some of the most
beautiful sites of the French Riviera. Explore the glamorous
microstate of Monaco and see the famous Monte Carlo
casino, visit Cannes, home of the world-renowned film
festival and visit the beautiful Côte d’Azur towns of
Antibes, Èze, St. Tropez, Villefranche, Saint Jean Cap
Ferrat and Saint Paul de Vence!

NICE AND REGION PROGRAM OVERVIEW
Location Nice and Region (Côte d’Azur)
Major French Language
Electives French Conversation, Studio Art: Drawing,
Digital Photography, Riviera Sports &
Games, French Cinema & Culture
Housing Student Residence
Level Grades 9-12, Beginner to Advanced
Day Trips Monaco, Cannes, Antibes, Èze,
St. Tropez and more!

Optional Travel Paris (4 nights)
No trip to France is complete without seeing Paris!
At program’s end, French program participants have the
option of spending 4 days in this celebrated European
capital famous for art, music, fashion and cuisine.
The itinerary balances guided museum tours and historic
site visits with time for exploring Paris’s famous
neighborhoods and shopping centers. Site visits include
the Louvre, Musée d’Orsay, Centre Pompidou, Notre
Dame Cathedral and Eiffel Tower. Students will also
have time to tour the River Seine and enjoy the famous
café scene.

Year opened
2001
Number of classrooms
3

Facilities

  • Social Activities
  • Cultural Trips
  • Elevators
  • Wheelchair access
  • Eating Area
  • Free Internet
  • Wireless Internet
  • After-Class Seminars
  • Studying Area
  • Sports Activities

Teacher qualifications

Native French speakers
All
Teachers with French teaching certification
All
Teachers with college degrees
All

Nationality and age mix

The nationality and age mix at Abbey Road Programs varies over different time periods, courses and levels. Throughout the year, the average age is 16. In the summer, the average age is 16.

teaches students from all over the world, including:

USA
75%
Other
25%

School holidays

does not hold classes on the holiday dates below. The school does not compensate for these holidays, so make sure to choose your start date accordingly.

School holidays
None

School location

On this program, our staff members create a language immersion environment for the students, introducing them to local culture, cuisine and art, helping them improve their French in class, on cultural excursions and during their daily interaction.
In my experience what the students like most about this program is living in a comfortable modern residence right in the center of Nice. Each student has a private studio with a private bathroom, kitchenette and high speed Internet. The residence is near the port of Nice with its authentic shops, cafés and restaurants. We deliver fresh food for our students daily and often cook together using traditional French recipes. We also enjoy group meals at many local restaurants.

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housing

Housing

Abbey Road Programs offers the following housing types:
student-residence

Student residence - Single-person room - Breakfast, lunch, and dinner

Included
weekly
Age range: 14 - 18 years old
Address: 6 ru Passeroni, Nice, PACA, France
Location: In the city center of Nice
Housing type: Student residence
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner (21 meals per week)
Facilities: Private bathroom, kitchen, laundry, wireless internet, free internet, heating, 24/7 supervision, and other
Distance to school: 1 minutes
Availability: 03 Jul 2020 - 31 Jul 2020
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
Included
You will live just steps away from Nice’s picturesque Vieux Port and the lively markets and restaurants of Vieux Nice in a modern student residence. Each student will have a private studio, private bathroom and kitchenette, with high-speed Internet, next door to other students and staff.

You will be part of our Abbey Road family, making new friends, learning to be independent and self-reliant, to share responsibilities with your peers, manage your time, and getting ready for college years!
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Visa support

We cannot apply for visas on behalf of students. The school is also not authorized to issue documents to support your visa application. If you need a visa, you have to apply for a visitor or tourist visa on your own.

Flights and airport transfer

Please note that we do not book flights for our students. If you are researching airfare costs, we recommend using Kayak.com, a search engine that lets you compare flight options from your home country to Nice based on your budget, schedule and preferences.

Travel insurance

Study abroad worry-free with Language International's health and personal effects insurance coverage. When you book a course with us, you can opt to purchase an international insurance plan that covers not only your health care cost but also loss of your personal belongings. You must book your insurance in advance when you register.

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