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Term: Summer 
Dates: Session I 3 weeks: early June-late June; Session II 3 weeks: late June-mid-July; Sessions I and II 6 weeks: early June-mid-July

Description: The goals of the Language and Culture summer program are to develop students' Portuguese language skills and to expose them to Portuguese culture through a brief but intensive immersion experience. These goals are achieved through courses in Portuguese language and culture and local visits and excursions.

Academic Program
The Language and Culture summer program focuses on two interwoven areas: Portuguese language and Portuguese culture and history. Special emphasis is placed on Lisbon, considered within a broad global context. All courses include experiential activities and field visits. Students may participate in one three-week session starting in early June, one three-week session starting in late June, or both.

Academic Culture
All courses meet daily, Monday through Friday, for three hours. The academic calendar includes dates for obligatory trips scheduled out of Lisbon. This hands-on learning experience contributes greatly to the student's experience abroad. Instruction is interactive and dynamic. Many lectures take place in site so that the students can feel a part of the culture they are studying.

While extracurricular activities and personal travel contribute greatly to the student's overall European experience, attendance is mandatory for all classes and required events. Early departure for and/or late return from personal trips on weekends is not permitted. Any extended travel should take place prior to the start of the program or upon completion of the program.

Highlights:

• Live in Lisbon, cultural and economic center of the Iberian Peninsula
  
• Language and culture courses offered in English and Portuguese
  
• City-based cultural and social activities and weekend excursions familiarize students with Portuguese history, culture, and current affairs
  
• Residencia shared with Portuguese and other international students

Culture
Cultural Activities and Field Trips
Lisbon is a culturally rich city with a vibrant theater life, a historic opera house, many museums, concert venues, galleries, and a dynamic cinematheque. Students are encouraged to take advantage of the city's cultural offerings, such as its summer festivals.

One weekend excursion and one day trip are included in each three-week session. Destinations for weekend trips may include Evora, Porto, and Coimbra. Destinations for day trips may include Sintra, Mafra, and Obidos.

Subject Areas: Foreign Language and Portuguese

Cost in US$: Please check the CIEE website for current program pricing

Cost Includes: The CIEE fee for 2009 includes an optional on-site airport meet and greet, full-time leadership and support, tuition, housing, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and a CIEE iNext travel card which provides insurance and other travel benefits.

Experience Required: yes

* Overall GPA 2.75

This Program is open to Worldwide Participants. .

Typical Living Arrangements: Group living and Other

Participants Travel to Portugal Independently

Scholarships Are Available. - We have several scholarships that students can apply for. Contact CIEE for details.

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. As we look ahead, we reaffirm our commitment to the principles and values that guide this mission statement.

Year Founded: 1947