Academic Focus
The Liberal Arts & Social Sciences program at the CEA GlobalCampus in Paris features a wide curriculum of courses perfect for students of all language levels who wish to explore history, culture, art and politics in an academic environment that encourages student participation and critical thinking. The CEA GlobalCampus in Paris offers classes in the Liberal Arts and Social Sciences, and allows you the flexibility to choose courses that best meet your individual academic and personal needs. The majority of electives are taught in English so that you can continue your university studies regardless of your language level.
All students will enroll in a French language course appropriate to their language level. Language courses focus on oral comprehension and expression, written comprehension and expression and vocabulary development. Students will be given ample opportunity in class to practice their conversational skills. This will not only enhance your language skills, but also set a foundation for interactions you have outside the classroom. Students will also enroll in 3 or 4 electives of their choice. Courses are available in subject areas such as Art History, Political Science, Sociology History and Cinema. Select art courses may be available depending on the session. All courses are designed to help students gain a deeper understanding of the culture and politics of Europe, as well as those of France within the larger European context. Students will select courses that best meet their academic needs.
All language courses and electives meet for a total of 45 contact hours and are generally worth 3 credits in the US semester system. If students enroll in 5 classes, they can earn up to 15 credits in the US semester system. However, it is up to the discretion of your academic advisor how much credit will be awarded.
Schedule Summary
Semester classes at the GlobalCampus meet one to three times per week for a total of 3 contact hours. Classes are typically held Monday through Thursday although study trips and other required fieldwork may occur on Fridays. Classes are offered at various times throughout the day. Class timetables will be released approximately three months before the program closure date, and your final course schedule will be posted to your MyCEA Account around two weeks before the program start date.
Course Registration
Students must register for courses prior to departure for Paris. A course preference form will be posted to your MyCEA Account when course timetables are released. This form should be completed upon submission of your confirmation deposit but no later than the program closure date. Classes are filled on a first-come, first-served basis so it is in your best interest to submit your course preference form as soon as possible. Course preferences for electives are considered final when submitted to CEA. To aid in the registration process, it is in your best interest to have courses, including alternates, approved by your academic advisor prior to submitting your course preference form.
You will be asked, on the Course Selection form, to indicate the level of French in which you expect to enroll for the term. In order to validate your request for the requested level of French, you will complete an online placement test and will receive a preliminary language level assignment when student course schedules are released. However, your final language level may be adjusted once onsite.
