Hospitality, Liberal Arts & Italian Language

Florence University of the Arts - The American University of Florence
Florence, Italy
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Program Overview

Program Overview

  • Popular Subject Areas

    Hospitality, Liberal Arts & Italian Language

  • Location

    Florence

  • Host University

    Florence University of the Arts - The American University of Florence

    Located between the historic Palazzo Doni and Palazzo Guicciardini-Strozzi, the Florence University of the Arts (FUA) is housed in a combination of historic palaces converted to modern academic buildings. With free access to internet, research labs, recording and art studio spaces, demo kitchens, fashion media labs, and numerous other facilities, you will enjoy a fusion of Florentine tradition and modernity. With the ISA Office located a few minutes' walk along the Arno River and right around the corner from the famed Ponte Vecchio, you can easily go from campus to the ISA Office for support with academics, housing, travel, or any other aspect of the program. You can come here to receive tutoring, meet with other ISA students, check the ISA bulletin board for upcoming cultural events, use the internet, or mingle with the resident staff.

    FUA is accredited by the Region of Tuscany, as delegated by the Ministry of Education.

  • Term

    November: November 2024

  • Program Dates

    Oct 25, 2024 - Nov 15, 2024

  • Program Length

    Intensive Month

  • Application Deadline

    Aug 01, 2024

  • Forms and Payment Deadline

    Aug 15, 2024

  • Credit

    3 Credits

  • Eligibility

    2.75 Minimum GPA*

  • Cost

    $4,550

  • This session is in progress and is no longer accepting applications.

Study Abroad Program Description

The intensive month programs at the Florence University of the Arts and Apicius International School of Hospitality (FUA) are designed for you if you want to complete an arts, business or language course in an intensive three-week format.

You will enroll in one three-week intensive course per session worth 3 semester credits. Classes meet Monday - Friday and are taught in English (except for Italian language courses). No Italian language experience is required for this program. Each course offers a field trip as part of the curriculum. Courses are taught by local and international faculty. Experiential learning opportunities are available across a wide variety of subjects (language level requirements may vary). Your classmates will be international students, the majority of whom will be North American. Some courses may require additional fees. Gap students, 18 years old and older, are also eligible for this program.

*Please note that the Intensive Month program price does not include airport pick-up, drop-off, or excursions. If you are interested in extending your studies, there is also the option to complete multiple intensive month programs back-to-back.

Enjoy Flexibility with ISA Flex

We’ve partnered with Arizona State University (ASU) to help you overcome common study abroad challenges by adding an ASU Online course to your ISA program. With more than 2,100 courses to choose from, ISA Flex minimizes academic challenges, like major requirements and limited course options, so you can make the most of your experience abroad. Once you’ve applied, access the Flex form in your ISA Student Portal for more information on how to add this to your program and enroll in the course you need.

*Eligibility

MINIMUM GPA

Students must have a minimum grade point average of 2.75.

MINIMUM ADMISSIONS PREREQUISITES

There is no language prerequisite for this program.

  • You must be at least 18 years old by the program start date.

  • You must submit a self-disclosure conduct information form and a School of Record transcript request form. Additional details will be provided after gaining access to the ISA Student Portal.

  • You must have a cumulative GPA below 2.75 may be considered for acceptance. You will have to submit one letter of recommendation and a statement of purpose.

What's Included

Comprehensive Advising and Support

24-Hour Emergency

Comprehensive Health, Safety, and Security Support

Tuition at the Host University

Housing

Bridging Cultures Orientation

Full-Time Resident Staff

On-Site ISA Offices

Internet Access

ISA Discovery Model

Cultural Activities

Insurance

Official Transcript from the Host University

Professional Development Toolbox

Academics

Credits

Credits

3

Contact Hours

45

Recommended U.S. Semester Credits

3

Recommended U.S. Quarter Units

4

Academic Information

  • PROGRAM STRUCTURE
    • Students will take 1 course (3 credits) during this session. The course is a 3-week intensive course with classes Monday - Friday.
    • Multiple back-to-back sessions are possible.
  • COURSE SELECTION
    • Courses and course hours of instruction are subject to change.
    • Eligibility for courses may be subject to a placement exam and/or prerequisites.
    • Course availability is based on enrollment numbers.
    • All students should seek pre-approval for alternate courses in the event of class cancelations.
    • Special Project Experiential Learning courses are only available to students particpating in at least two back-to-back Intensive Month sessions.
  • COURSE CREDIT
    • Credits earned vary according to the policies of the students' home institutions.
    • According to ISA policy and possible visa requirements, students must maintain full-time enrollment status, as determined by their home and host institutions, for the duration of the program.
    • Credit transfer is ultimately determined by the student's home university.
  • COURSE LEVEL RECOMMENDATIONS
    • ISA offers course level recommendations for the courses listed below. Please note that the course level recommendations are based on the Florence University of the Arts (FUA) subject difficulty levels and course codes. Course numbers generally adhere to the following guidelines:
      • 100 - 299 Lower division courses
      • 300 - 399 Upper division courses
      • 600 - 699 Graduate Courses
    • Students who have taken at least 4 semesters of college (juniors or seniors) may be permitted to enroll in graduate level courses. It is your responsibility to get any graduate level courses (and credits) approved by your home institution.
    • These ISA recommendations are intended to facilitate the determination of course equivalencies by advisers and credential evaluators at participants' U.S. home institutions.
  • SYLLABI
    • Requests for sample syllabi can be made to the Italy Program Manager.
  • COURSE FEES
    • Some courses may require additional fees for materials and field trips which are to be paid directly to the host university. Fees typically range from €20 to €150.
  • TRANSCRIPTS
    • Upon program completion, you will receive a transcript issued directly from the Florence University of the Arts (FUA). If you require a U.S. transcript, you have the option to request a School of Record transcript from the University of South Florida (USF) for an additional cost ($185-$530 depending on the number of credits you are taking at FUA). The University of South Florida serves as the U.S. School of Record for the FUA and this benefit is also extended to ISA students.  Please speak with your program manager for information regarding this transcript option. Additional information regarding the School of Record partnership between the FUA and USF may be found on the USF Education Abroad and FUA Accreditation sites.

  • LANGUAGE PLACEMENT
    • Enrollment in Italian courses is determined by the results of a language placement exam administered by the Florence University of the Arts (FUA). Please note that your performance on the placement exam may not reflect the number of semesters of language instruction you've already completed at your home university.
    • We strongly suggest that students who are trying to place into any level of language beyond true beginning prepare for the language placement exam by reviewing previous coursework.
  • Please Note: The courses below reflect the most current list of courses released by the host university. Please refer to this list when completing your pre-registration form. Also note that courses are always subject to change.

Courses

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Florence University of the Arts - The American University of Florence
College of Digital Imaging and Visual Arts
Visual Communication
3 Credits
45 Contact Hours
College of Fashion, Accessories Studies and Technology
Fashion Design and Technology
3 Credits
45 Contact Hours
College of Food and Wine Studies
Baking and Pastry
6 Credits
45 Contact Hours
Culinary Arts
3 Credits
45 Contact Hours
3 Credits
45 Contact Hours
3 Credits
45 Contact Hours
3 Credits
45 Contact Hours
Food & Culture
3 Credits
College of Hospitality
Hospitality and Tourism Management
3 Credits
45 Contact Hours
College of Italian Studies and Linguistics
Italian Language
3 Credits
45 Contact Hours
3 Credits
45 Contact Hours
Course Disclaimer
  • Availability of courses is based on enrollment numbers. All students should seek pre-approval for alternate courses in the event of last minute class cancellations

Support & Funding

ISA is here to support you when it comes to navigating identity questions related to traveling abroad, providing resources and information for your accessibility needs, and identifying funding for your program abroad.

SUPPORT TEAM

Our U.S. staff is available to support you though every stage of your study abroad journey. Please reach out with any questions about ISA programs or life on-site to your country-specific Program Manager.

Our on-site staff are there for you as soon as you arrive in country and will support you throughout your time abroad.

U.S. Team

Victoria Grist

Program Manager, Italy

Adyline Saucier

Program Manager, Italy

Jessie Llerena

Region & Account Manager, Italy

FLORENCE TEAM

Alessia Foianesi

Resident Director, Italy

Ola (Aleksandra) Smolen

Senior Academic Coordinator, Italy

Perla Signori

Italy Custom Program Director, Italy

Sabrina Landini

Senior Cultural Activities Coordinator & Custom Programs, Italy

Sara Ruffino

Cultural Activities Coordinator, Italy

Lorenzo Pozzolini

Housing Coordinator, Italy

Identity Resources

Accessibility & Accommodations

With our wide portfolio of program types and locations, we’re confident there is a suitable, accessible program for each student.

Securing accommodations abroad can take time, so we ask that those with requests inform ISA early in the advising process. We recommend reaching out to your Program Manager or our Accessibility Team (accessibilityteam@worldstrides.com) to discuss your accessibility needs or accommodations abroad.

Destination Information

Our diversity pages for each ISA destination include information on Indigenous communities, languages, race and ethnicity, religion, LGBTQIA+, and disability access. We hope it will help when reflecting upon and contextualizing intersectionality in your host community.

Identity Blog

ISA offers students the opportunity to blog about their experiences abroad from their own diverse perspectives. These posts can be found on the ISA Student Blog, and interested students should email diversity@studiesabroad.com for more information.

Funding

All students should have the opportunity to study abroad. To help make this a reality, ISA offers a variety of scholarships to help cover your study abroad costs. To learn more about our scholarship opportunities, check out our scholarships & grants page!

If you receive financial aid from your home university, you can likely use those funds for study abroad, as well. Speak with your home university’s financial aid office to learn about your options. Check out steps for using financial aid.

Questions about scholarships and funding? Email us at higheredfinaid@worldstrides.org

Housing

ISA housing offers the opportunity for you to immerse yourself in Florence during your study abroad experience. With Florence being a small city, no matter your housing preference, you’ll be able to walk or take public transportation to your classes! With an open and adaptable mind, the experience of living in another culture can be highly rewarding.

We strive to match your housing preferences with our available accommodations. However, housing preference requests cannot be guaranteed.

Apartment

Apartments are a great housing option if you are seeking complete independence during your time abroad. Rent and utilities are included in the program price and each apartment is fully furnished. The apartments are located throughout the city of Florence rather than all in one building. Apartments typically house two to six ISA students, with shared room occupancy. Meals and laundry service are not included. You will pay a $300 refundable security deposit if living in this ISA housing option. ISA may retain some, or all, of this deposit in the event of damage to property or if utility usage exceeds the allotted monthly amount.

Independent Housing

You may elect to secure housing independently. If you select this option, you will receive a discount equal to the housing portion of the program price.

Excursions

THERE’S MORE TO DISCOVER WITH ISA

Excursions are not included in this session, however, while you are abroad, you will have the opportunity to take part in cultural activities offered by the ISA resident staff.

Cultural Activities in Florence

The ISA on-site team encourages you to explore the city and culture of Florence. The team facilitates this by offering a robust calendar of events that showcases what makes Florence special.

These activities vary each term, but previous offerings have included a tour of the leather district (Florence is famous for its leather), a pizza making class, and a tour of a gelato factory!

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