- 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 Business
- Physics
- Anthropology
- Cultural Studies
- International Relations And Gl
- 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 Studies
- Humanities
- Physical Science
- Women's And Gender Studies
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 322E 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
Fall students must apply through UT portal by 03/15 and directly to IFE by 04/01. 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.
Dates:
- Program: January 20, 2023 to May 26, 2023
- Instructional: January 20, 2023 to May 26, 2023
- Priority Deadline: September 30, 2022
- Final Deadline: October 10, 2022
- Program: August 18, 2023 to December 20, 2023
- Instructional: August 18, 2023 to December 20, 2023
- Final Deadline: March 15, 2023
Application Code
290082
Program Coordinator
Ellen Birch
Additional Resources
Program Website
Frequently Asked Questions
Scholarships
Next Step
1) View mandatory advising videos Explore: Education Abroad 101 and Explore: France & Belgium. Attend a live Q&A if you have questions. 2) View Ready to Apply video. 3) Self-authorize your application via the Get Started link below and apply! Videos and Q&A events found here: https://global.utexas.edu/abroad/apply/advising.