2007-08 - Pitzer College

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Pitzer Exchange in England: University of Bristol declares its priorities to be Learning,
Discovery, Enterprise-teaching excellence, internationally distinguished research and
scholarship, and effective knowledge transfer. Bristol’s track record in all three accounts
for its position in the first rank of UK universities and its excellent reputation in Europe
and the wider world. Located one-and-a-half hours west of London by train, Bristol offers
a wide range of coursework. University-arranged, off-campus accommodations are
available to exchange students.
Pitzer Exchange in England: University of Birmingham. The University of Birmingham
is a leading research university in one of the most vibrant and cosmopolitan cities in
Europe. At the heart of England’s industrial belt, the University of Birmingham offers a
wide selection of courses in languages, literature, history, multidisciplinary programs,
social sciences, government and politics, engineering, and health sciences.
Accommodation is available in university-arranged housing.
Pitzer Exchange in France: The University of Nantes. The city of Nantes is two hours
from Paris by train and is located close to the Atlantic, at the western end of the Loire
river valley with approximately one million people living in the greater Nantes area. The
University of Nantes is a large, well-known university with proportionately few foreign
students among the 40,000 French students. Classes in the fields of languages, literature,
history, geography, sociology, political science, economics, and psychology are taught in
French and are open to students whose competence in the French language is up to the
challenge. International students are housed in university residences and integrated with
local French students. There may be a possibility for a homestay.
Pitzer Exchange in France: The University of Valenciennes – Valenciennes, in northern
France near the Belgian border, prides itself on its reputation for friendliness, and getting
around the city is convenient and safe. Its appeal includes a vibrant economy and an
attractive way of life. The area includes 6,000 acres of woods and huge stretches of
smooth water used both for water sports and natural reserves. The University of
Valenciennes enrolls 12,000 students and offers a full range of subjects. Classes are taught
in French, and French language courses for non-native speakers are also available as
support courses. Students live in a university residence on the campus or may rent a
room from a local family.
Pitzer Exchange in Germany: The University of Erfurt’s long history dates back to 1392,
when it was established as Germany’s third university, after Heidelberg and Cologne. The
city is a culturally lively and historically interesting location for students interested in
economics, history, linguistics, literature, philosophy and social sciences. Students should
complete at least one year of German language study prior to participating in the
program. Students may continue German language studies at intermediate and advanced
levels. Homestays with local families may be possible or students will be housed on campus.
Pitzer Exchange in Germany: University of Koblenz-Landau, situated in the historic city
of Landau in southeastern Germany, offers classes taught in English in literature, cultural
studies, and linguistics. Students can take German language classes at beginner,
intermediate and advanced levels. Additionally courses are offered in German to
students with appropriate levels of language competence. Single room dormitory
accommodations are available on the Landau campus.
Exchange in Ghana through ISEP: Located on the western coast of Africa, Ghana is one
of the most peaceful and politically stable countries in Africa. Students enroll in classes
taught in English with local students at the University of Ghana. Fall participation is
strongly advised so that students can take advantage of a required Twi language course.
The most appropriate fields of study are African studies, geography with resource
development and the social sciences. One of the University’s objectives is to ensure that
its students have an understanding of world affairs and the histories and cultures of
African civilization. Students will live in student residences.
Exchange in Hungary through ISEP: At the Budapest University of Technology and
Economics, students enroll in classes taught in English in Central European studies,
engineering and social science. Alternately, students may study Central European
languages and cultures, at the University of Debrecen with offerings in linguistics and
British, Canadian and American cultural studies. Students are housed in local accommodations.
Pitzer College in Italy places students in the heart of the Emilia-Romagna region in the
city of Parma. Home to Verdi, Toscanini, the country’s oldest university and Europe’s
finest Romanesque cathedral, Parma offers a vital, friendly and authentic Italian setting
off the tourist track yet within access of Milan and Florence. The program allows students
to rapidly develop their language skills and arrive at a more profound understanding of
Italian culture through an interdisciplinary core course while pursuing directed
independent study in areas of academic interest, including studio art, art history,
sociology and the anthropology of food and culture.
Pitzer Exchange in Japan: University of Kwansei Gakuin. This university was founded
in 1889 and relocated to the current campus in Nishinomiya, Japan, outside of Kobe, in
1929. At least one year of Japanese language study is required to be eligible for the
program. Courses in Japanese and Korean language and culture are available to exchange
students, as well as environmental studies courses at the Sanda campus. Students with
sufficient Japanese language skills may select from any of the regular courses taught at
the university. Students live with host families.
Exchange in Korea through ISEP: Students may select from one of three institutions in
the capital city, Seoul: Korea University, Ewha Woman’s University or Yonsei University.
No previous study of Korean language is required and a selection of course options is
possible in English. Housing arrangements vary depending on the campus selected.
Exchange in Latvia through ISEP: Latvia, the heart of the Baltic states, has made a
successful transition from Soviet Republic to member of NATO and the European Union.
The University of Latvia, located in the historic city of Riga, is the largest in the Baltic
region, where students may take courses taught in English in Baltic studies, as well as
anthropology, economics, history and international relations. Latvian and Russian