French Summer Course in Monaco

• 13 to 17 years old
• Duration: from 2 to 9 weeks
• 15 hours of French lessons per week
• Accommodation: Residence

Academic Center: "Centre Mediterraneen D'Etudes Franciases"

Situated at the gates of Monte-Carlo, the center is an immense balcony looking out over the Mediterranean, a lush 4-hectare park full of trees and blooming gardens, and an ideal spot to freely and safely enjoy nature along with other young peers from around the world.

An amphitheater, conceived and constructed in the ancient Greek style by French poet Jean Cocteau, serves as a meeting spot for both students and faculty at the Centre Mediterraneen. It's an artistic space highly valued by all.

The program includes the study of French language and civilization as well as a wide variety of athletic, recreational and cultural activities. The constant presence of the school's adminstrative and cultural director, professors and counselors help to ensure the peace and well-being of all students for the duration of their stay.

The counselors that stay in the center's residence spend all day with their assigned group of students supervising activities, facilitating students' integration and assisting in the resolution of any problems that arise.

Course Characteristics

Classes, held in groups of no more than 15 students, are held from Monday to Friday for three hours each day. On the first Monday of a student's program, he/ she will take a French language test in the morning to determine his/ her level: beginner, intermediate or advanced.

Our professors, graduates of the University of Nice, are specialized in teaching of French as a foreign language. Thanks to their experience, students enjoy French classes that progress in a serious, structured manner but in a pleasant atmosphere in which conversation is encouraged.

Upon completion of their French summer course in Monaco, all students will receive a course certificate.

Accommodation

Students reside in a residential building comprised of 3 or 4 person rooms with shared bathrooms or in 3 or 4 person bungalows with exterior bathrooms. Students are grouped with other students of similar ages but different nationalities.

Meals are eaten in the buffet-style restaurant, which offers a varied and abundant menu. At times, meals are organized as activities, such as barbeques or cooking classes.

Cultural and Recreational Activities & Sports

Five partial-days each week will be designated for:

• Excursions to: Monaco, the Oceanographic Museum, "Old" Nice, the Promenade des Anglais, the medieval town of Eze, the greek village in Beaulieu.
• Sports activities, such as: sailing, tennis, swimming (at the beach or in the Montecarlo pool), water games, climbing, etc.
  

On Saturdays, students will take an excursion (in chartered bus) to further explore and discover the region; the perfumes of Graase, the Croisette and the Lérins Islands in Cannes, the poettery of Vallauris, the glass work of Blot, St. Paul de Vence and its artists, etc.

Each evening, students can choose from a variety of activities:

• Sports tournaments: basketball, volleyball, ping-pong, football, etc.
• Cultural activities: cooking, pottery, jewelry, magic, circus, folklore...
• Performances or concerts in the amphitheater, movies, dancing evenings, etc.

Starting Dates & Program Duration

2 weeks: June 15, 22 & 29; July 6, 13, 20 & 27; August 3 & 10
3 weeks: June 15, 22 & 29; July 6, 13, 20 & 27; August 3
4 weeks: June 15, 22 & 29; July 6, 13, 20 & 27
5 weeks: June 15, 22 & 29; July 6, 13 & 20
6 weeks: June 15, 22 & 29; July 6 & 13
7 weeks:June 15, 22 & 29; July 6
Arrival on Sundays and departure on Saturdays

Program Prices

Included in the price:

• Round-trip airline ticket (Madrid - Nice - Madrid) and airport transfers
• 20 French lessons per week
• Academic materials
• Campus accommodation & full board (breakfast, lunch & dinner)
• Full schedule of sports and cultural activities.
• One full-day excursion per week
• Medical and accident insurance
• 24- hour counselor supervision
• Program processing & administrative fees

* Personal expenses are not included.

* Incoming students should arrive on Sunday and leave on the Saturday following their last day of classes (Friday). Students can begin on any Sunday within the dates outlined above.

Optional

Other Destinations in France

• French Summer Course in Antibes
• French Summer Course in Verneuil