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CIEE Summer Language & Culture in Rabat, Morocco
Location: Morocco: Rabat
Term: Summer
300 Fore Street Portland, ME 04101 United States
Call Us
Phone: 207-533-4000;
Toll-free: 800.40.STUDY
Fax: 207-553-5000
Description
The Language and Culture study abroad program in Rabat, Morocco is appropriate for students with a background in Arabic or French who have a strong interest in developing their Arabic language skills while learning firsthand about contemporary Morocco. Through a combination of Arabic language and area studies courses taught in English and French, students gain significant insight into Moroccan society, politics, literature, and religion, and Morocco's relationships with the West and within the Arab world. The program is designed for a wide array of academic disciplines including Arabic language, Francophone studies, African studies, comparative literature, religion, and international relations.
Highlights
* Choose an Arabic language course at your level, beginner through advanced Participate in elective courses taught in English and French focusing on Moroccan and Arab studies, and the CIEE core course with one week in Fez or Marrakech
* Engage the community through local volunteer opportunities
* Immerse in the culture through trips to local markets and performances at the National Theater and field trips including a visit to the ancient ruins of Chellah, and excursions to Chefchaouen and other popular Moroccan cities
Degree Level
Bachelors Degree (Undergraduate)
Cost in US$:
Cost Includes:
Credit Available
no
Experience Required
yes
- Overall GPA 2.75
- 2 semesters of college-level French or Arabic or equivalent
This Program is open to
Worldwide Participant.
Typical Living Arrangements
- Home-stays
Participants Travel to Morocco
Independently
Application Process Involves
- Letters of Reference
- Other
- Transcript
- Written Application
CIEE's Mission Statement
Since 1947, the Council on International Educational Exchange, known as CIEE, has been in pursuit of its mission, "to help people gain understanding, acquire knowledge, and develop skills for living in a globally interdependent and culturally diverse world. Our services to young people studying, working, teaching, and traveling abroad are more important than ever.
Year Founded
1947
