INST 489I: Study Abroad Practicum with the Université Catholique de l’Ouest in Angers,
France (Semester Exchange Program)
Prerequisites: Two years of undergraduate study
Credits: (3-15)
Available Spring semester, students receive 15 credit hours and pay in-state tuition
to Radford University. A program is also offered in the Summer with slightly different
criteria – see the RU Summer Program for additional information. A directed program
of travel study designed to augment a student’s knowledge of the French language and
culture. Students will usually receive a minimum of 15 hours per week of formal language
instruction in addition to being involved in a total immersion living situation. Permission
by the department chair is required prior to enrollment. Upon successful completion,
students will receive a total of 15 credit hours. Grade values are assigned as pass/fail
and the awarding of specific course credit is determined at the conclusion of the
experience and when official transcripts are received by the Registrar’s Office. Faculty
Coordinator: Dr. Eric du Plessis.