- Morocco
- Rabat
About Program
Unique by design, explore the intertwined history of North Africa and France in this intensive French-language program. Hone your language skills while learning about how the complex legacy of colonialism impacts migration flows, trade, the politicization of Islam or, nationalism in the Arab and European Mediterranean. Homestay along with cultural events and site visits allow you to enjoy the full potential of Rabat, Morocco.
Led by expert local professors, each course, taught in French, examines how these locations have continued to influence one another within different facets of society. All students benefit from weekly, 60-minute darija lessons to learn key words and phrases of the Moroccan dialect of Arabic.
APA plans a variety of activities and trips: Fez and Volubilis, Tangier and Chefchaouen, calligraphy workshop, music workshop, ceramics painting, and artistic performances during the 6-week program.
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Program Highlights
- Weekly one-on-one 60-minute sessions with a French or Arabic instructor
- Gain an initiation in Darija with the choice to purse Modern Standard Arabic
- Culturally and historically packed summer with visits, excursions & integrated activities.
- Earn up to 8 transferable credits: take 2 classes OR 1 class + Independant study or Internship.
- Apply for the APT travel grant and put $1,000 to the cost of your flight.
