- Paris, France
The Institute for Field Education (IFE) is a European non profit
educational institute which runs semester-long study/intern abroad
programs for advanced French language learners. IFE programs turn the
European professional workplace into an effective learning space, a
broad interface with another culture whereby students become fluent in
French, deeply familiar with contemporary European societies, and more
knowledgeable in their chosen field of study or work, gaining both
know-how and comparative knowledge.
In Paris, France's capital and center for business, technology, and
art, students can intern in almost any field. The Paris Field Study
and Internship program will provide students with historical and
societal context to appreciate and thrive in this global city.
Area(s) of Study
- Advertising
- Comparative Literature
- International Relations And Gl
- Physics
- Anthropology
- Cultural Studies
- Islamic Studies
- Psychology
- Art Education
- Economics
- Law
- Public Affairs
- Art History
- European Studies
- Liberal Arts
- Public Health
- Biochemistry
- Finance
- Marketing
- Radio-Television-Film
- Biology
- French
- Mathematics
- Religious Studies
- Business Administration
- French Civilization
- Natural Sciences
- Science
- Business, Government, And Soci
- Geography
- Nutrition
- Social Work
- Communication
- Government
- Performance
- Sociology
- Communication And Leadership
- Health And Society
- Philosophy
- Statistics
- Communication Sciences And Dis
- Humanities
- Physical Science
- Women's And Gender Studies
- Communication Studies
- International Business
Sponsored by IFE - a UT Affiliate
Academic Information
All courses and coursework are completed in French. The program is open to a broad range of academic majors. Program has three components: (1) 5 weeks of classroom teaching on European society and work environment, (2) 12-week full-time internship & field research in your academic area, and (3) a culminating research paper.
Faculty
Students can expect small lectures and group workshops for discussion, debate, press review, oral presentation, and site visits during the 5-week preparatory session. At the beginning of the internship period, each student is assigned a qualified research advisor with whom the student meets biweekly to choose and develop a research topic.
Language(s) of Instruction
French
Eligibility
- Meeting minimum requirements does not guarantee acceptance
- Minimum 3.0 GPA
- Completed FR 320E or equivalent French language proficiency
- Personal motivation to thrive in a cross-cultural context
- Advanced progress in major recommended
Service Learning/Internship
- Service Learning - No
- Internship - Yes
Housing
There is no housing plan integral to the IFE program. However, IFE will help students 1)arrange a homestay, 2)reserve a place in an independent student residence or foyer, or 3)rent a private studio or apartment by providing resources for the search and possibly contacting landlords on students' behalf.
Open To
Students from all colleges and schools
Program Cost
Priority deadlines listed below are UT study abroad app deadlines; final deadlines are IFE app deadlines. Students must apply in that order. Budgets below are samples, but include everything a student will need except money for extensive personal travel. The IFE program fee may vary depending on the Dollar/Euro conversation rate.
Program Dates:
- January 20, 2020 to May 22, 2020
- Priority Deadline: October 1, 2019
- Final Deadline: October 10, 2019
- August 19, 2019 to December 20, 2019
- Priority Deadline: March 15, 2019
- Final Deadline: April 10, 2019
Application Code
290082
Additional Resources
Program Website
Frequently Asked Questions
Scholarships
Next Step
1) Attend an "Explore: France & Belgium" info session. Dates and locations listed on website. 2) See an academic advisor to discuss needed credit while abroad. 3) Attend a "Ready to Apply: France & Belgium" session. Dates and locations given at Explore session. 4) Attend Mandatory Pre-departure Orientation.