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French & European Studies, UC Center Paris

​Introduce yourself to French life and culture by studying the language and taking courses taught in English that use the city as your classroom. Many courses have a Parisian dimension while others provide a window into France from a European perspective. Paris boasts exceptional architecture and a rich cultural heritage, as well as fantastic food, fashion, and shopping. Whether visiting the Louvre, strolling along the banks of the Seine, going to the opera, or enjoying your neighborhood café, you will find much to make your academic work and daily life a rewarding experience.   

Students attend classes with UC students only.

Course Opportunities

​An introductory French language and culture practicum introduces you to Paris and the practical use of French. For the semester, you continue to study French and enroll in two upper-division program courses in the humanities and social sciences. Courses are taught by scholars from institutions in the Paris area.

Four courses are required for the program:

  • Two French language courses (4.5 and 6 UC quarter units)
  • Two elective courses (5 or 6 UC quarter units each) from the following list (exact offerings may vary slightly depending on enrollment and instructor availability):
    • Histories of Paris
    • European Integration
    • Cultural Identities in France
    • French Cinema
    • French Media
    • Paris in Literature
    • French Art 1715-1914
    • France and the Empire
  • You may take a third elective depending on space availability

See the EAP Study Center website for current course information.

Units

You are required to take a full-time course of study while abroad. Approximately 21 UC quarter units are required (four courses).
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Language of Instruction

English


Language Study

French


Internships, Research, and Independent Study

Internships for academic credit and independent study projects are generally not available for this program.
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Duration

Go to the Participants section to see current or past calendars.
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Fall :  
mid-August to mid-December​
 

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Depending on the amount of French you have before departure and the progress you make while in Paris, you may extend your EAP participation and spend the spring semester at the University of Bordeaux, taking either regular university courses or doing language and culture study.​

Housing

You have the option of living in a homestay with a French family or in a student residence with UC and other American students. If you plan to extend to the University of Bordeaux spring program, you will live in a homestay while in Paris to improve your language skills. Housing is organized by ACCENT (International Consortium for Academic Programs Abroad).
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On-site Support

EAP students are supported by UC’s network of EAP offices at every UC campus and partnerships with EAP host universities throughout the world. In Paris, local ACCENT staff help integrate you into the culture and provide assistance with housing, safety, and other issues. The EAP Study Center in Paris provides additional support and supervises your academic program.
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See the UCEAP Program Guide (PDF) for program-specific details about host institutions, program structure, and courses; academic culture and conduct; internships, research, & independent study; units, exams, and grades; orientation; housing; and information about the intensive language program (if applicable).​

Host Institutions

UC Center Paris

The French and European Studies in Paris is specially designed for UC students and taught by faculty from local universities in Paris. The program is administered jointly by UCEAP and ACCENT (International Consortium for Academic Programs Abroad). Staff at the UC Center will help advise you on academic matters and provide information on cultural and social activities.
 
You will find Paris to be a fascinating mix of the ancient and the modern, with many layers where the old and the new interact with one another on a daily basis. Each of your courses is designed to illuminate a different aspect of this fascinating city—its art, history, literature, and politics. The UC Paris Study Center, located in a nineteenth-century courtyard near Bastille, contains administrative offices, a reading room, three dedicated research terminals (with access to the California Digital Library collections), wireless internet access, printing capabilities for students, and a small research library. It is open to all University of California students in Paris.  
 
 

Estimated Cost

Participation in UCEAP is a great value! The cost of studying abroad on UCEAP programs is typically less than that of non-UC study abroad programs. The dollar figures listed in the chart represent: 1) the amount of the fees that are paid directly to UCEAP in the current year, and 2) an estimate of the amount needed to cover personal living expenses in this location. Personal travel and entertainment are not included here.
 
Don't forget that you take your financial aid with you and the amount of your financial aid package will take into account the estimated TOTAL COST of this experience, as it is estimated below.
 
These expenses are estimated for 2012-13. Amounts will vary for 2012-13 participation due to potential changes to UC fees, exchange rate fluctuation, etc. Non-Resident Fees apply: If you are subject to out-of-state tuition at your UC campus, you will pay the same fees on UCEAP. For a more detailed breakdown of 2012-13 payment information, visit the Participants Portal and select the appropriate program. 
 
Here’s what is included in the estimate:
 
  • Predeparture expenses (student visa, health clearance, etc.)
  • Round-trip airfare
  • UC fees
  • Tuition at host institution
  • Accident and medical insurance
  • On-site orientation
  • Room and board
  • Program excursions
  • Books and other incidental expenses
  • Local transportation
  • Automatic transfer of credits and grades to your UC transcript
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Estimated EAP Costs*

Options Cost
  • Fall
  • $20,000
*Based on most recent costs to the nearest $100.

Scholarships

UCEAP scholarships for the 2012-13 academic year are available. Please visit our scholarships overview page for general information and details  regarding eligibility requirements and application deadlines.

Application Requirements

Class Level:

Sophomore, Junior, Senior

Language Prerequisites:

French
- The University-level language requirement is: minimum 0 quarters / 0 semesters and maximum 4 quarters / 3 semesters.

GPA:

2.50 cumulative GPA at the time of application and maintained through the end of the last term prior to departure.

Minimum Criteria:

 All applicants must also have:
  • Serious academic goals and a clear plan for integrating EAP studies into the student's UC degree program
  • Social and cross-cultural sensitivity; maturity; ability to adapt successfully to a different environment and an new education system; ability to assess and exhibit appropriate behavior in a variety of situations
  • A willingness to abide by program regulations
  • An endorsement by the Campus EAP Selection Committee and completion of all campus-specific requirements (an interview may be required)

Deadlines

Application deadlines and information on the application process are available through your Campus EAP Office. Supplemental predeparture materials will be required for many programs, including, but not limited to, host institution applications, visa and housing applications, medical clearances, etc.

For participation in the program, you must meet all deadlines and submit complete application materials.

Visit your Campus EAP Office for more information: