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University Information

BCA Strasbourg introduces students to the European learning style at one of the country's oldest and most distinguished centers of learning. Founded in 1621, the University of Strasbourg has more than 40,000 students. Courses are available at thefacultésin the departments of performing arts, history, art history, archeology, literature,linguistics, philosophy, natural sciences, sociology, modern languages, andtheology.BCA also offers students the chance to study at several instutes within the university, including the following:

Institut International d'Etudes Françaises

The IIEFoffers French-language instruction for foreign students. Founded in 1920, it is one of the oldest institutes for foreigners in France. Most BCA students take at least some of their courses at IIEF, choosing from an array of options that include French history, art, politics and literature. Fall semester students take a 2-semester intensive language stage before the start of the semester.

• Classes at the IIEF, the university's institute for foreigners.

Institut d'Etudes Politiques

Many students choose BCA Strasbourg because it provides the opportunity to study at the Institut d'Etudes Politiques, a very prestigiousgrande école specializing in political science, economics and history.

École de Management (formerly IECS)

Another grande école within the Université de Strasbourg system, the EM specializes in business and economics.

Unfortunately, the higher education system in France is set up in such a way that information on course availability is seldom confirmed until a few weeks before the beginning of that semester. Since course offerings may change, it is always best to have a few alternatives approved by your home campus in case one of the courses you have chosen is not available.

BCA Courses

Three courses are available exclusively to BCA students. Beginners German is an introduction to practical language skills that you may need to travel in Germany. History and sociology of French cinema is a popular course taught by a University of Strasbourg professor. The Global Conversation is an online course in which students at BCA centers around the world learn about the global environmental movement.

BCA Course: The Global Conversation

All BCA students are strongly encouraged to take The Global Conversation, which is taught by the BCA resident director. This 3-credit, semester-long course has both online and face-to-face components that will encourage you to get involved in the local community as well as share your experiences with other students studying around the world. In Strasbourg, you will find yourself engaged in exploratory exercises to assess needs and social issues in the society around you.

International Student Conference

During the spring semester, BCA students in Strasbourg may have the opportunity to attend a BCA student conference somewhere in Europe. BCA students from all over Europe come together for several days where journalists, professors and activists from Spain, the United Kingdom, France, Hungary and Sweden speak and lead discussions about the changing role of the American Dream in a global society. More.

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