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Locations: Florence, Italy
Program Terms: Fall, Spring
Homepage: Click to visit
Program Sponsor: UM Learning Abroad Center

Fact Sheet:

Fact Sheet:
Click here for a definition of this term Language of Instruction:	English	Click here for a definition of this term Class Status:	2-sophomore, 3-junior, 4-senior
Housing Options:	Apartment (shared), Homestay	Click here for a definition of this term Areas of Study:	Art, Art History, Arts, Culture, Culture,, Design, European Studies, Fine Art, Graphic Design, History, Interior Design, Italian, Italian Language & Literature, Photography
Program Type:	Study Abroad	Minimum GPA:	2.5

Program Description:

Art & Design in Florence

Develop and improve your art and design in Italy skills through immersive coursework, excursions to exhibitions, collaborating with contemporary Florentine artists, and walking the same streets as historical artists such as Michelangelo and Leonardo Da Vinci.

Academics

Program type: Study center
Level: Various levels
Term:
- Fall semester
- Spring semester

Prerequisites: 2.5 GPA
Courseload: 12–18 credits

Faculty

On-site support is provided by ACCENT International. You will take courses at the ACCENT center and have access to a computer lab and classroom space. ACCENT on-site staff provide information regarding cultural activities as well as ensuring 24-hour emergency support. ACCENT provides housing, classrooms, and study areas, as well as on-site orientation, program excursions, and social and cultural events. Italian and international faculty from universities in and around Florence provide all course instruction.

How to Apply

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About:

Immerse yourself in the historic art and design of Florence, the city which is the birthplace of the Renaissance and has a thriving contemporary art scene. Studio courses take place in SACI’s iconic campus, two 17th-century palazzi in the heart of Florence. The campus is centrally located, and you can take advantage of studying with many important art collections, including the Uffizi and the Accademia. In addition, you will have access to contemporary exhibitions, work with contemporary Florentine artists, and visit important international exhibitions. The Florence campus hosts visiting artists, public lectures, and exhibitions in the gallery space.

Famous for its Renaissance legacy, Florence is a thriving city with a fascinating mix of historic and contemporary culture. Buses, taxis, and mopeds drive within feet of the Duomo, Florence's magnificent cathedral. Chic shops and elegant restaurants line the charming avenues. Historic piazzas, ringed with outdoor cafés, host performance artists and flea markets. Enjoy the region's mild climate and world-famous cuisine in one of Europe's most beautiful cities.

Housing & Meals
You will select your housing choice from the options below (including roommate preferences) once the application deadline for your term abroad has passed. You will learn of your placement 1–2 weeks before the program begins.

Homestay
Living with a host family will allow you to experience true Florentine life. You will have a furnished bedroom in an Italian home with some meals included. A homestay offers a great opportunity to excel in your Italian language ability and live and learn with Florentines, who can give you a glimpse into true Italian life.

Apartment
If you choose to live in an apartment, you will be housed with other study abroad students on the program. You will live in a furnished student apartment with two to four bedrooms and will be responsible for your own meals.

Excursions
Courses in Florence will include experiential learning to bring class content to life, which could include visits to museums and archives, neighborhood tours, and on-site lectures. In addition to exploring Florence, you will participate in excursions to other parts of Italy as well. This could include Venice, Milan, Tuscany, and other cities.

Faculty & Staff
On-site support is provided by ACCENT International. You will take courses at the ACCENT center and have access to a computer lab and classroom space. ACCENT on-site staff provide information regarding cultural activities as well as ensuring 24-hour emergency support. ACCENT provides housing, classrooms, and study areas, as well as on-site orientation, program excursions, and social and cultural events. Italian and international faculty from universities in and around Florence provide all course instruction.

Instructions for Course Enrollment:
You must take a minimum of 12 credits.
Taking Italian language is required, so make sure to list Italian I on your course enrollment. If you have previously taken Italian language, contact the Learning Abroad Center to discuss other options.
A majority of your courses should be from the list of SACI courses.
You may take one 3-credit elective from the list of other courses available. Due to potential scheduling conflicts, please list alternate courses for your elective, if you plan to take one.

About Learning Abroad Center

The Learning Abroad Center is a leader in providing innovative international learning experiences that expand and redefine the world for a diverse population of students, colleagues, and staff. The Learning Abroad Center staff and University of Minnesota faculty and staff participate in numerous leadership opportunities and serve on the advisory boards of organizations who provide and/or support education abroad programs. Through collaboration and individual attention, the Learning Abroad Center continues to promote empowerment, development, understanding, and responsibility in the global community.

A variety of program options--more than 180 programs in 50 countries--have been developed to address the diverse needs of students. Programs vary in length, level, academic focus, teaching format, language requirements, cost, and degree of independence demanded of the participant.

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