Explore European Diversity
Belgium, France, Netherlands
Optional: + Germany and Luxembourg
Important Information
Program Dates
2 weeks: May 26 - June 8, 2024 (Belgium, France, Netherlands)
3 weeks: May 26 - June 14, 2024 (+ Germany, Luxembourg)
Fees
2 weeks: €2,000 (approx. CAD 3,000) for 2024
3 weeks: €2,500 (approx. CAD 3,700) for 2024
Language of Instruction
English
Course Credit
SSCI 1xxx for both the 2 week or 3 week option
About the Program
Discover the history and diversity of the European Union during this 2-3 week summer program that brings you right to its founding countries. You can choose between spending two weeks in Belgium, the Netherlands, and France or extending your stay to include a week in Germany and Luxembourg. Both options include a French language crash course, a food tour in Liege, a tour of the Hague, a weekend in Amsterdam and Paris, and a number of other activities.
Cost
Included in Program Fee
The fee of €2,000 or 2,500 (approx. CAD 3,000 or 3,700) for 2024 includes lectures, accommodations for the entire program, transportation during the program, and activities/cultural tours.
Not Included in Program Fee
The program fee does not include U of L tuition for the course, travel between Canada and Belgium, and other living/personal expenses such as food.
Global Skills Opportunity Funding
Domestic undergraduate students who participate in this summer program will receive up to $5,000 through the Global Skills Opportunity Award.
Underrepresented students: up to $5,000
- Indigenous students
- Students with a disability
- Low income students (receiving government student loans or grants)
All other eligible students: up to $2,500
Application Process
- Attend an upcoming info session.
- Apply to the summer exchange program on MyExperience under Campus Programs.
- We will review applications after the February 15 deadline and contact you with steps to apply to the partner if you are accepted.
Email outgoing@uleth.ca with any questions about the program or application process.