Modern Civilization Prague - Berlin - London - Paris

  Czech Republic

• Prague: 
Prague

  England

• London: 
London

  France

• Paris: 
Paris

  Germany

• Berlin: 
Berlin

Duration of Program: 2-4 weeks
Dates: July 9

Description: The fast-paced Modern Civilization program is designed for motivated students interested in international relations, globalization and the global economy, European politics, journalism, and debate. Over the course of the three-week program, students will examine major developments in European history from World War II to the fall of the Berlin Wall as well as the formation of the modern European Union.

Highlights: The Modern Civilization Program demands a high level of student participation and motivation. Courses are fast-paced and lectures are considered college-level.

Primary Subject: Modern European History

The daily Modern European History course is designed to help students contextualize the major themes and trends set forth during program orientation and daily discussions. The course takes place on location throughout the four cities. Students are expected to complete nightly reading assignments in order to prepare for the day's lecture and will be evaluated on their class participation. At the same time, given the breadth of the topic, the program does not set unrealistic goals and does not require an excessive amount of homework. Rather, it seeks to help the students grasp fundamental ideas and inspire them to explore these subjects in their elective course and future studies.

Elective Option: Elective courses take place three times a week during the afternoons. Students choose from one of the following options.

Headline News: International Relations and Current World Affairs

Power Players: Globalization and the Global Economy

Cost in US$: USD 7,395

Credit Available: yes

Experience Required: yes

Grades 9-12

This Program is open to Worldwide Participants.

Participants Travel Independently or in Groups

Typically Participants Work Independently or in Groups of 5to8

Application Process Involves:

• In-Person Interview when Feasible
• Letters of Reference
• Phone Interview
• Physical Exam/Health Records
• Transcript
• Written Application

Post-Program Services Include:

• Alumni Network
• Exit Debriefing Abroad
• Re-Entry Debriefing at Home

Abbey Road Programs's Mission Statement: Our mission is to develop summer immersion programs for high school students that facilitate cross-cultural understanding and enrichment by providing a unique opportunity for: cultural immersion, intensive language study, exposure to new academic subjects, travel excursions, recreational activities, personal growth, and building life-long friendships.

Year Founded: 2001