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$6+ Million in Scholarships & Aid
Academics
Our mission is simple: to provide you with the highest quality academic and cultural experience abroad possible.
We offer unique courses that explore international business, liberal arts, French language, and more through an in-depth and hands-on approach. Our professors from the Grandes Écoles (French elite schools) and course options at SKEMA Business School enhance your academic experience and provide you with new perspectives each day in class.
While in Nice, you take 15-19 credits per semester. All courses are worth 3 credits unless otherwise specified.
Create your own academic experience by selecting from the following required and optional components:
- French language courses (required, 3 credits)
- IES Abroad area studies courses (optional, 3 or 4 credits)
- SKEMA Business School courses (optional, most are 3 credits)
- Internship placement and seminar (optional, 3 credits)
Courses
This is a list of planned course offerings. A final list of course offerings will be made available to you in your MyIESabroad account.
To learn more about IES Abroad’s innovative theoretical and pedagogical approaches to teaching language abroad, refer to the IES Abroad MAP for Language & Intercultural Communication.
| Course Name | Term | Language | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| BS 320 - Strategic Management | Fall, Spring | English | 3 |
| Course Name | Term | Language | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| GE/ES 310 - Global Risks, Regional Vulnerabilities and Sustainable Development Pathways in the Mediterranean Region | Spring | English | 3 |
| GE/ES 320 - Dangerous Liaisons: Cities and Water in the Mediterranean | Fall, Spring | English | 3 |
| Course Name | Term | Language | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| FI 355 - International Finance | Fall, Spring | English | 3 |
| Course Name | Term | Language | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| FR 101 - French Language in Context: Novice Abroad I | Fall, Spring | French | 3 |
| FR 102 - French Language in Context: Novice Abroad II | Fall, Spring | French | 3 |
| FR 301 - French Language in Context:Emerging Independent Abroad I | Fall, Spring | French | 3 |
| FR 441 - French Writing Skills Workshop: Emerging Competent Abroad | Fall, Spring | French | 3 |
| Course Name | Term | Language | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| FS 240 - A History of French Cinema | Spring | English | 3 |
| Course Name | Term | Language | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| GE/ES 310 - Global Risks, Regional Vulnerabilities and Sustainable Development Pathways in the Mediterranean Region | Spring | English | 3 |
| GE/ES 320 - Dangerous Liaisons: Cities and Water in the Mediterranean | Fall, Spring | English | 3 |
| Course Name | Term | Language | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| HS 210 - A Transnational History of the Mediterranean and Its European Connections, 18th-21st Centuries | Fall, Spring | English | 3 |
| Course Name | Term | Language | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| MG/IB 329 - Business Ethics | Spring | English | 3 |
| MG/IB 371 - International and Intercultural Management | Fall, Spring | English | 3 |
| Course Name | Term | Language | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| MG/IB 329 - Business Ethics | Spring | English | 3 |
| MG/IB 371 - International and Intercultural Management | Fall, Spring | English | 3 |
| Course Name | Term | Language | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| RL/PO 375 - Religion and Multiculturalism | Spring | English | 3 |
| SO/PO 380 - Immigration in the Mediterranean Basin | Fall, Spring | English | 3 |
| Course Name | Term | Language | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| RE 496 - Field Research Seminar | Spring | English | 4 |
| Course Name | Term | Language | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| RL/PO 375 - Religion and Multiculturalism | Spring | English | 3 |
| Course Name | Term | Language | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| SO/PO 380 - Immigration in the Mediterranean Basin | Fall, Spring | English | 3 |
Partner Institution(s)
SKEMA Business School
Located in Sophia Antipolis, SKEMA Business School has both AACSB and EQUIS accreditation. SKEMA is for students interested in entrepreneurship, innovation, business, sustainability, and internationalization.
With high Financial Times rankings (6th in MSc Financial Markets & Investments and 25th in Master of Management worldwide), AACSB and EQUIS accreditation, SKEMA gives international students the tools they need to be current in the competitive global market.
Courses
Classes range from 1-4 credits, with most courses being 3 credits each.
Internships
Interning while you study in Nice gives you a rewarding job experience with a wealth of long-lasting career benefits. You will:
- Gain a better understanding of the real-life, everyday culture of your host country
- Add global work experience and skills to your résumé or your application for graduate school
- Improve your confidence
All of our internships are supervised and earn IES Abroad credit. You participate in a 3-credit seminar to complement the practical experience you gain during the internship.
Personalized Placements
Once you indicate your interest in an internship, we work with you to find the ideal internship placement that fulfills your academic and career goals. We’ve placed students with a wide variety of organizations and businesses. If we don’t currently work with a business or organization in your field of interest, we will search for a placement that’s right for you.
Placement Examples
Past students have interned in the following fields. Don’t see your field here? Just talk to your IES Abroad Advisor—we are always seeking out new opportunities for our students.
- Art & Culture
- Business & Marketing
- Environment & Sustainable Development
- Immigration & Social Inclusion
Field Trips & Events
Even though your adventure starts in Nice, our field trips and course-related trips take you beyond the city to discover the culture and traditions of your host country and beyond. These trips are partially subsidized by IES Abroad. Here are a few possible destinations.
Marseille
3 Days | Fall & Spring
Explore France’s second-largest city and the biggest Mediterranean port. With its diverse population, you’ll learn about the immigrant experience in France, as well as the maritime heritage of this old city’s picture-perfect Vieux Port (Old Port).
Coeur Riviera
1 Day | Fall & Spring
Explore the French Riviera between Nice and the Italian border, including forts, perched villages, and seaside resort towns.
Italian Border Towns
1 Day | Fall & Spring
Visit a few off-the-beaten-path Italian medieval villages, including Bussana Vecchia, Rocchetta Nervina, and Dolceacqua.
Note: IES Abroad field trip destinations, activities, and lengths of stay may vary according to term and availability.
Course-Related Trips
Course-related trips are organized as an integral part of the IES Abroad courses and contribute to a general knowledge of French culture and society. Participation is based on course registration. Students not enrolled in these classes may participate (on a space available basis) for an additional cost. Possible course-related trips are listed below:
Sospel
Visit the historic village of Sospel, tucked away in the mountains along the French-Italian border. You will have the opportunity to harvest the local olives that are sent to the mill to produce olive oil.
Ventimiglia
Ventimiglia is the first town across the border from France to Italy. The charming Riviera town is also a frontier of the immigration crisis. You will visit the Italian Red Cross and learn about their humanitarian relief efforts.
Daily Life
Part of making you feel at home in Nice is doing our best to help you feel safe and cared for. Whether it’s the orientation program that prepares you for what’s ahead, your housing that is well-located and comfortable, or the field trips that take you to places off the beaten path—we’re all about our student services.
Orientation
IES Abroad Orientation
The program begins with a three-day orientation that introduces you to the IES Abroad Nice staff, your fellow students, and the city and culture of Nice. One day will be spent touring the beautiful region of Provence, with stops at medieval villages, a guided tour of a candy factory, a trip to a working perfumery, and more.
Our Comprehensive Orientation & Re-Entry Experience (CORE™) begins right when you arrive and continues through the semester with activities focusing on academic and cultural adjustment. Detailed information about housing, public transportation, culture, health and safety, and other important topics are also covered.
Following IES Abroad orientation, students interested in SKEMA Business School courses will be given a tour of the SKEMA campus and an overview of SKEMA’s academic offerings.
Housing
We want to make sure that your greatest challenge is deciding which landmarks to see first or discovering the best café—not finding a place to live where you feel comfortable. We do our best to locate housing that is reflective of how the local students are living. Our goal is that when you leave Nice, it will feel like home.
Homestays – Live in a French home in Nice with a local family. One or two students live in each home. You are provided with breakfast daily and five evening meals a week. Laundry and WiFi are included.
Apartments – Apartments are available throughout the city. The fully equipped apartments house other IES Abroad students. Washing machines are available in or near the building. No meals are provided.
Residence Halls – The Student Factory is a 15-minute walk from the IES Abroad Nice Center. These private studio rooms feature a fully equipped kitchenette and en suite bathroom. Laundry facilities are located on-site. No meals included.
Extracurricular Activities & Cultural Events
Redefine the way you live and learn in Nice through our cultural events, such as:
- Visits to local art museums
- Tours of perfumeries
- Regional cooking classes
- Kayaking
- Volunteer opportunities
Volunteer Abroad
When you volunteer in Nice, you have the chance to make a difference in the local community while meeting new people and gaining a new perspective on the world. If you are passionate about volunteering abroad, just let the on-site staff know at the beginning of your term. Volunteer opportunities in Nice include:
- Animal shelter
- Charity shop
- Humanitarian aid
- Soup kitchen
Get to Know Your New City
Hit the Beach!
Soak up the sun, go for a swim, or just sit and gaze at the beautiful blue of the Mediterranean Sea. You’ll see why so many artists (Picasso, Dufy, Matisse, Renoir, Chagall) found inspiration here.
Appreciate the Art
Marc Chagall and Henri Matisse, two iconic 20th-century artists, both have museums dedicated to their works here.
Climb Castle Hill
Take an easy hike up Castle Hill for stunning views of the majestic coastline and the port. Pack a picnic or enjoy a sandwich and a perfect cappuccino at the charming café.
Enjoy Socca
Try this savory pancake made of chick peas in Cours Saleya, a market in the heart of the Old Town, amidst stands of colorful fresh flowers and produce.
Cycle the Cote D'Azur
Rent a Vélo Bleu (Blue Bike) and pedal down on the promenade to the adjoining fishing village of Villefranche-Sur-Mer, one of the most beautiful places on the French Riviera.
Program Cost
Consider these prices as a starting point. We encourage you to contact your study abroad office to determine the actual cost to you when factoring in financial aid, scholarships, your home school policies, and other factors.
Scholarships & Aid
Program-Specific Scholarships
Robert McNeill Need-Based International Business Scholarship
This scholarship is named in honor of Robert McNeill, member of the IES Abroad Board of Directors for 25 years (6 years as Chairman). Open to students who have an interest in international business. Majors might include management, marketing, economics, finance, international relations, and social and behavioral sciences.
Study Abroad Scholarship for Future Engineers
The Study Abroad Scholarship for Future Engineers was established by an anonymous donor to encourage more engineering students to have the enriching, life changing experience of study abroad.
Use our budget worksheet to calculate your costs
$6+ Million in Scholarships & Aid
Our Center
While in Nice, we want to ensure you have every opportunity to immerse yourself in new experiences. That’s why our IES Abroad Nice Center staff is committed to providing outstanding academic and student support services. We take care of the details, so you can soak up every moment of your Nice experience.
The IES Abroad Nice Center is strategically located in the heart of the city on Avenue Jean Medecin, a popular street known for its shopping, cafes, and easy transit access.
Our Center is your connection point for all things IES Abroad.
- Take your IES Abroad courses in the Center’s classrooms
- Meet with staff in their offices
- Meet up with friends in the student lounge
- Use our resource room whenever needed
Other features include: high-speed internet, printing facilities, photocopier and scanner access
Our Staff
Berit Wader
Center Director
Berit holds 2 German State Law Exam degrees as well as a Master of International Business Law from the University of Rostock, Germany. She had her own law firm in Rostock for a few years, worked at the University of Duisburg-Essen/Germany before relocating to Nice. Here she worked for 4 years as consultant in the Intellectual property domain for a French company, an international active software manufacturer. In November 2018 she became Center Director of the Nice Center.
IES Abroad Nice Staff
Laetitia Levasseur
Student Affairs and Program Coordinator
Health & Safety
With 70 years of experience, we are proud to set the standard for health and safety in study abroad. Our Chicago-based and on-site staff are all highly trained and experienced in the matters of health, safety, and crisis management. We are here for you from predeparture to your return, and are ready to support you—no matter what time zone you’re in.
In response to COVID-19, enhanced safety guidelines will be implemented this spring—such as social distancing and personal protective equipment (PPE) in on-site classes, in-country field trips and travel only, and apartment or residence hall housing (no homestays) that ensures proper space should self-quarantining be necessary.
How We Support You
We plan for "what if" so that you don't have to. From international health insurance included in the cost of your program to highly-trained local staff who can connect you to English-speaking healthcare providers, we are working around the clock to ensure your health and safety while abroad.
Learn more about the support you can expect to receive on our programs, including:
- International health insurance through CISI in the case you need to see a doctor or mental health professional
- 24/7 emergency support whether you encounter an issue while traveling or in your host city
- Location-specific health and safety information presented at orienation by on-site staff
- TripTracker system allowing you to share independent travel plans in case you need to be contacted swiftly in a crisis
- A mandatory cell phone policy so that you can be contacted locally and receive any emergency updates via call or text
- Crisis drills so that you feel prepared to respond to an emergency should one arise
- And more!
Health & Safety Resources
You safety begins with being accurately informed from the moment you're considering study abroad through to the day you return home.
Take note of ways you can maintain your health and stay safe abroad while reviewing our resources, including:
- IES Abroad MAP for Student Health, Safety & Crisis Management
- Study Abroad Safety Tips for Traveling
- IES Abroad Student Blogs on Safety and Mental Health
- And more!
Spring 2021 Refund Policy
A core philosophy of our health & safety procedures is that we plan for the what ifs so that you don't have to. That includes the development of our refund policy for Spring 2021, which allows you to still plan to study abroad or intern, knowing that if for some reason you cannot participate, your program fees and Confirmation Deposit will be fully refunded up to two weeks before the start of your program.
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