SILC, YOUR PASSPORT TO FRANCE by SILC

YOU R PASS P O R T TO FR A N C E J U N I O R S - 1 7 + / A D U LT S FA M I LY - 5 0 + - W O R K E X P E R I E N C E

44 YEARS OF EXPERIENCE

SILC YOUR PASSPORT TO FRANCE

rom museums filled with major art works to emblematic monuments related to the History of France, the country boasts a variety of activities to keep your travel itinerary exciting. Whether your main focus is an intensive learning of the French language or a general practice while enjoying culture, adventure, food tasting or nature, SILC has designed programmes to suit everyone’s needs, from juniors to families. Come and experience the cultural wealth of Paris, enjoy the sun in Montpellier, visit the heart of the country in the Loire Valley or share a part of history in Angoulême for your sight, taste buds and all senses delight!

KEY FACTS • France is the world’s sixth largest country in terms of economy and the first

visited country of the world with over 79 million foreign tourists per year. It is also one of the founding members of the European Union and the United Nations, and a member of the Francophonie, the G8, and the Latin Union. • Today French is spoken around the world by 76 million people as a native

language, and by about 280 million people as a second or third language, with significant speakers in 54 countries. It is an official language in 31 countries; it is an official language for all the United Nations agencies and for a large number of international organizations.

CONTENT SILC Make the most of your language experience

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JUNIORS: 6-17 YEARS

Discover Paris French and Surf in Biarritz Authentic French Summer French Summer Adventure @ St Cyran College Boghossian Football Academy Full Homestay Immersion One-to-One tuition in the teacher’s home High School Integration French Educational System

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17+ / ADULTS

University Academic Programme La Sorbonne International Language School Paris International Language School Montpellier Full Homestay Immersion One-to-One tuition in the teacher’s home

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15 16 17 18 19

FAMILY PROGRAMME

Paris with your family

50+

Learn French in the South of France!

WORK EXPERIENCE

Internship programmes

Terms and Conditions

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ith over 44 years of experience, SILC has established an international renowned, professional reputation. Quality and security are major issues when it comes to traveling abroad and SILC offers all the guarantees to ensure a reliable partnership in the organization of your trip. CERTIFIED QUALITY COMMITMENT SILC is a certified member of several professional federations, sharing the same high quality standards with all its partners, in every aspect of the programmes: language, travel, accommodation, visits and services. In France, SILC is a founding member of L´OFFICE (the National Office for the Guarantee of Language Programmes and Placements), a non profit French association that regulates French language programmes organizers, committed to respect a number of strict criteria and sign a quality charter called the « Quality Contract ». It is also a member of Maison de la France, the country’s official tourist promotion bureau, and part of SNAV (National Syndicate of

Travel Agents), in association with major French airlines, railways, coach companies and travel agents to promote and insure high quality and security in the travel industry. SILC is a member of international organizations such as ALTO (Association of Language Travel Organizations) and WYSE (World Youth Student & Educational Travel) which mission is to promote travel and educational opportunities for students and youth, provide and ensure a range of valuable services and products for all travellers around the globe including student identity cards, language travel experiences, work exchange, flights, youth accommodation and travel insurance.

QUALITY SERVICE Our professional team is here to assist you at each step of your project. Each member of the SILC inbound department is experienced in both education and tourism. They are recognized for being reactive: • your technical advisor is available to guide you in the choice of your programme • our network of experienced local correspondents ensures the good progress of your stay. They benefit from our trust for many

years, they select and control the host families and housing centers, as well as the school facilities, and, in coordination with the SILC headquarters, take care of every aspect of the organization of your programme. • SILC travel department is partner to certified airlines, railway and coach companies and only selects those guarantying serious standards, in terms of comfort and security. All our partners commit to strictly respect European travel regulations.

24H ASSISTANCE AND SUPPORT

PRICES WITH NO SURPRISES

From the beginning of your journey and throughout your stay: 24 hours a day, 7days a week, you’ll be able to contact a member of the SILC staff in case of an emergency.

All our prices refer to the programmes designed in this brochure, explaining specifically what is included or not. Tu i t i o n / A c c o m m o d a t i o n / L e i s u r e / a c t i v i t i e s / S u p e r v i s i o n / Transportation Insurances/Assistance in administrative procedures (visa, social security…) Y O U R PA S S P O R T T O F R A N C E

MAKE THE MOST OF YOUR LANGUAGE EXPERIENCE: THE KEY COMPONENTS OF YOUR SILC PROGRAMME Our team takes care of every aspect of your stay so that your language experience can be effective and successful. COURSES SILC offers a wide range of courses to improve your general knowledge of every aspect of the French language: listening, communication, written and oral expression. A variety of formulas more or less intensive are available, depending on your age, availability and goals. You should also consider the intensity needed, group size, and teaching method according to your personality and goals.

Juniors: General French in international summer centres, High school integration, intensive Club 4 and One-to-one in the teacher’s home. 17+/Adults: General French and French+ in international language schools, University programmes and One-to-one in the teacher’s home. Family: French tuition adapted to each member of the family. 50+: Introduction classes to practical French with an international 50+ group.

ACCOMMODATION Homestay: allows you to live in a family environment and put into practice your language skills outside of the classroom. It is also a very good way to understand French customs, discover maybe another lifestyle, enjoy new encounters, experience different food, habits…finally open yourself to the world and its opportunities. Depending on the programme you choose you will benefit from a single or shared bedroom (with another student of a different nationality), private or shared bathroom, bed and breakfast only, half board or full-board. SILC host families are carefully selected and vetted on a regular basis.

Y O U R PA S S P O R T T O F R A N C E

Residences, youth hostels and apartments: for those who are more independent and prefer life in community, SILC has carefully selected hosting facilities ranging from fully equipped campuses for juniors, to student residences, and apartment rooms to be shared with other students of different nationalities. They all meet strict standard requirements and facilities and grades depend on the selected type and budget. Hotels: SILC can also arrange hotel accommodation, upon your needs and on request.

LEISURE

SUPPORT & SUPERVISION

Leisure activities are the key to enjoy your stay, understand the culture and moreover to practice the language. Junior and 50+ programmes include a set of cultural activities which are generally prepared during the classes, while Adult programmes offer it as an option. Some programmes put a special focus on sports and adventure (Summer Adventure Camps in St Cyran and Boghossian Football Camp), or on a special topic like culture or gastronomy (French + Cooking or Civilization in Montpellier, Comics in Angoulême…). Weekly excursions are key options to discover the area and are offered on most programmes (included or to be booked at the school).

We take into consideration the cultural gap you might be confronted by while being in another country with different references. Therefore SILC has put a great focus on the assistance and support to be given to the students. At school, you’ll benefit from the assessment of the co-ordinator of studies and can count on the availability of a SILC representative, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Juniors benefit from the extra attention they need with a friendly team of qualified and experienced monitors, who facilitate their integration and take care of them in case they feel homesick.

ALL-INCLUSIVE PRICES With SILC your programme is priced with no surprises. Prices include: • Tuition for the number of lessons clearly specified • Leisure activities as specified • Homestay accommodation (1 or 2 students per family) / bed and breakfast, half or full-board (packed lunch). • Residence, youth hostel, apartments or hotel accommodation with en-suite or shared bathroom, in multiple rooms or dorms / bed and breakfast, half or full-board (packed lunch). • Transportation and transfers according to the European regulations (when specified) • Medical insurance and repatriation • Local organiser’s 24h on-site support and assistance • 24h/7days emergency number • Complete file for the preparation of your trip

Prices do not include: • Service fees • Voice mail or mobile phone (upon request) • Transportation and transfers when not specified • En route meals • Visa fees • Public liability and cancellation insurance

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JUNIORS : 6-17 Years Y

ou may be looking for a junior language programme combining both efficiency and fun so that your needs and personal goals meet. SILC junior programmes conciliate both aspects by adapting progammes to ages and interests. 6-11 YEARS

12-14 YEARS

14-17 YEARS

These little ones like to touch, smell and watch. They need action, and moreover to unveil their senses to the world they are discovering, in a safe environment: Summer Adventure Camp @ St Cyran/ International Summer Centre in Angoulême/Boghossian Football Camp.

Teenage years are filled with wonders and discoveries: the opportunity to open and discover a different language, explore the culture and make new friends form all over the world: Discover Paris/French & Surf in Biarritz/Summer Adventure @ St Cyran/Multi activities in Angoulême/ Boghossian Football Camp.

These young, “pre-adults” live for passion and independence, they should enjoy a programme that is interactive enough to prevent them from boredom thanks to classes and activities focused on their interests: Discover Paris/French & Surf in Biarritz

AND FOR ALL The intensity of One-to-one tuition in a teacher’s home and Club 4, the sharing experience of a Full Family Immersion, and the commitment of a High School Programme.

Y O U R PA S S P O R T T O F R A N C E

Juniors From 15 to 17 years old

All year round 2 weeks minimum

IN T E RN ATIONAL

Homestay/ Residence

SU MMER

CENTRE

Discover

PARIS

French in the city of lights! Experience the unforgettable charms of Paris and its historic monuments combined with French tuition and local homestay, for a complete and instructive stay. SAMPLE OF ACTIVITIES (non contractual)

Excursions and visits: the Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum, Notre Dame Cathedral, Montmartre, Champs Elysées, Sacré Cœur, Fontainebleau forest and castle, Versailles. Sport and leisure activities: Tennis, Swimming, Soccer, Table tennis, Volleyball, Mini-golf. Evenings: Homestay: farewell party/Residence: games, singing, acting, cine-club, disco party, walk in Paris.

PARIS

LOCATION Welcome to Paris! Famous for its rich history, beautiful architecture and cultural diversity, Paris boasts being one of the most visited cities in the world.

SILC CENTRES Brétigny (Homestay programme) This quiet and growing town of around 20,000 inhabitants is located in the south-west of Paris. It offers the quality of life found in the suburbs at only 45 minutes from the city centre of Paris. The classes take place at Notre Dame de Syon, a typical French school used for summer programmes, offering all the facilities and good comfort standards.

HIGHLIGHTS ✚ Good nationality mix ✚ Safe areas close to Paris city centre ✚ Warm and friendly atmosphere ✚ Visits to one of the world’s greatest cultural and tourist city

ZOO M ACCOMMODATION • Homestay / Single or twin rooms (to be shared with another student of a different nationality) / Shared bathroom / Full-board (breakfast and dinner with host family, packed lunch) • Residence / Shared rooms (4 beds) / Shared bathroom / Bed sheets and towels provided and changed once a week / Full-board (self service at the cafeteria) TUITION • General French: 15 lessons (45 min each) per week given by a qualified native French teacher. Lessons focus on communication and improving French skills in a fun way, interacting with international students. • Group size: max. 15 students per class (average of 13) • Levels: beginners to advanced • Study materials provided • Evaluation test on first day • Certificate of completion LEISURE ACTIVITIES • Afternoons: daily educational, cultural and sport activities • Excursions: 1 full-day per week • Evenings: with the host family + 1 activity per week with the group / Residence: daily animations

Paris (Residential programme)

SUPERVISION • During leisure activities: qualified monitors by group of 12 to 15 students maximum • During the stay: 24h support and assistance by a SILC representative

The “Saint Nicolas Residence” is conveniently located at the southern gates of Paris and offers comfortable lodging while allowing easy access to the most famous sites of Paris: the Louvre Museum, the Eiffel Tower, Montmartre and Notre Dame.

PRACTICAL INFORMATION • Arrival at Paris • Individuals or groups

Y O U R PA S S P O R T T O F R A N C E

Juniors From 15 to 17 years old

June to August 2 weeks minimum

Homestay

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I N T E RNATIONAL HIGHLIGHTS ✚ Good nationality mix ✚ Friendly atmosphere close to the beach ✚ Rich cultural & sports programme

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FRENCH & SURF in Biarritz

The French Riviera of the South-West! For the sun and sea lovers, our Biarritz centre is the answer. This famous international surfing spot nestling at the Spanish border offers everything: breathtaking scenery, mountain and sea, the bustling life of a renowned resort and the friendliness of the Basque people. Come and join us for a great vacation course by the sea! SAMPLE OF ACTIVITIES (non contractual)

Cultural: visit of Biarritz; Saint Jean de Luz; Bayonne; Chocolate factory. Sports: Golf; Beach Volley; Surf; Basque pelota; Body-board; Rafting; High ropes. Evenings: shared activities with the host family. LOCATION

BIARRITZ

Y O U R PA S S P O R T T O F R A N C E

Biarritz is an attractive cosmopolitan resort on the Atlantic Coast. Internationally renowned for its sandy beaches and incredible waves, it is one of the best surfers meeting points in the world. The town has much to offer with its numerous boutiques, surfers shops, cafés, restaurants and a genuine southern atmosphere that makes Biarritz a true rival of the French Riviera! SILC CENTRES The school is located only 10 minutes’walk from the beach in the centre of Biarritz, in a typical 19th century building with a private garden, soccer and volleyball fields. It is the perfect centre for a friendly and fun atmosphere.

SURFING ACTIVITIES • Afternoons: educational, cultural and sport activities + 3 half-day surfing with qualified monitors • Excursions: 1 full-day per week • Evenings: with host family • Diploma of the “Federation Française de Surf” SUPERVISION • During leisure activities: qualified monitors by group of 12 students maximum (Surfing: specialized monitors qualified by the French Direction for Youth and Sports) • During the stay: 24h support and assistance by a SILC representative

CENTRE

PRACTICAL INFORMATION • Arrival at Biarritz • Equipment provided for surfing • Individuals or groups

Juniors From 6 to 17 years old

CLUB 4

All year round 2 weeks minimum

INTERNATIONAL SUMMER CENTRE

Authentic

HIGHLIGHTS

FRENCH SUMMER In the hometown of Reine Margot!

Why not combine French tuition with the discovery of a cultural and dynamic area away from the busy cities? Our international and club 4 programmes take place in a safe location, ideally located close to some of the most famous tourist sites such as Futuroscope, Cognac, Bordeaux, La Rochelle…

SAMPLE OF ACTIVITIES (non contractual)

INTERNATIONAL SUMMER CENTRE & CLUB 4 (while in groups) : Excursions and visits: guided visit of Angoulême, a chocolate factory, the CNBDI (International Centre of Comics and Animated Films); La Rochelle and the Aquarium; Cognac, the Castle of François 1er, spirits factories; Poitiers and the Futuroscope. Sport and leisure activities: swimming, soccer, basketball, canoeing, horse-riding, arts and crafts, cooking. Some specific Club 4 activities are designed to focus on the practical use of the language in everyday life situation, such as: at home, at the station or at the bus stop, at the post office, at the supermarket, on holiday. LOCATION

ANGOULEME

Homestay

Located in the southwest of France between Bordeaux and Poitiers and 100km away from the Atlantic coast, Angoulême is a dynamic old renaissance town built on top of a rock. It offers a diversity of cultural events and festivals all year round including the famous International Comics Festivals. Its town centre offers narrow medieval streets with lively restaurants; cafés and boutiques along with beautiful preserved monuments and remarkable trompe l’oeil walls providing a fun, safe and attractive atmosphere.

OPTIONAL! French + Gastronomy: Tuition + Cooking lessons, visits to local producers, tasting of regional goods… For closed groups only - please contact us for further information

✚ Safe destination + Discover some of the most famous tourist sites ✚ Excursions by private coach ✚ Exciting interactive activities

ZOO M ACCOMMODATION Homestay / Single or twin rooms (to be shared with another student of a different nationality) / Shared bathroom / Full-board (breakfast and dinner with host family, packed lunch) TUITION • International Summer Centre / General French: 15 lessons (55 min each) per week given by a qualified native French teacher. Lessons focus on communication and improving French skills in a fun way, interacting with international students. • Club 4 / Intensive: 15 lessons (55 min each) per week, given by a qualified native French teacher. Students follow intensive French tuition in exclusive small groups of 4 in the morning, and continue with an interactive practice of the language with the afternoon activities under the guidance of their same French teacher. • Group size: club 4: Mini-groups of max. 4 students per class / General French: Max. 15 students per class (average of 13) • Levels: beginners to advanced • Study materials provided • Evaluation test on first day • Certificate of completion LEISURE ACTIVITIES • Afternoons: International Summer Programme: 3 hours daily / educational, cultural and sport activities Club 4: 3 hours daily / educational, cultural and sport activities /with your teacher by mini-group of 4 (possibility to be mixed with other students for some activities requiring to be a group, i.e: sports) / focused on the interactive practice of skills acquired during the language classes • Excursions (all programmes): 1 full-day per week • Evenings (all programmes): with the host family SUPERVISION • During leisure activities: qualified monitors by group of 4 to 15 students maximum • During the stay: 24h support and assistance by a SILC representative PRACTICAL INFORMATION • Arrival at Paris or Bordeaux / Students should arrange their transfers to Angouleme (SILC can provide assistance service) / Transfer from Angoulême station organized by SILC • Individuals or groups Y O U R PA S S P O R T T O F R A N C E

Juniors From 15 to 17 years old

June to July 2 weeks minimum

Residence

(under 15 upon request)

CLUB 4, INTERNATIONAL SUMMER PROGRAMME & ADVENTURE CAMP HIGHLIGHTS + Constant interaction with French buddies + Horse riding facilities + Choice of many fun activities + Easy reach from/to Paris

Z O OM ACCOMMODATION St Cyran Campus: Shared rooms (4-6 beds - individual storage drawers with lockers) / Shared bathroom (individual showers) / Full-board (self service at the campus cafeteria) / Food is varied and cooked on the premises; it is carefully selected to suit the needs and tastes of teenagers. TUITION • General French: 13-17 yrs / 15 lessons (55 min. each) per week given by a qualified native French teacher Lessons focus on communication and improving French skills in a fun way, interacting with international students. • Club 4: 15-17 yrs / 15 lessons (55 min each), per week, given by a qualified native French teacher Students follow intensive French tuition in exclusive small groups of 4 in the morning, and continue with an interactive practice of the language with the afternoon activities under the guidance of their same French teacher. • Advenutre Camp: 6-17 yrs / without classes, immersion with other French campers • Group size: Club 4: Mini-groups of max. 4 students per class / General French: Max. 15 students per class (average of 13) • Levels: beginners to advanced • Study materials provided • Evaluation test on first day • Certificate of completion LEISURE ACTIVITIES With French and international buddies • Afternoons: Advenutre Camp/ International Summer Programme: 3 hours daily / multi-sports, theme and adventure activities Horse-riding: 3 hours daily / horse-riding and grooming Club 4: 3 hours daily / educational, cultural and sport activities /with your teacher by mini-group of 4 (possibility to be mixed with other students for some activities requiring to be a group, i.e: sports) / focused on the interactive practice of skills acquired during the language class • Excursions (all programmes): 1 full day per week • Evenings (all programmes): daily animations

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FRENCH SUMMER ADVENTURE @ St-Cyran College French & great activities: get ready for a fun-filled summer! Welcome to the heart of the Loire Valley to follow an exciting programme with French teenagers in a beautiful outdoor environment. You can choose not to take lessons or to combine French tuition with a wide range of fun sports and an exciting programme of excursions. SAMPLE OF ACTIVITIES (non contractual)

Excursions and visits: historical landmarks and castles of the Loire Valley cities of Blois, Amboise or Loches Sport and adventure activities: swimming, karting, horse-riding and grooming, biking, trekking, arts and crafts, theatre, dance Horse-riding: initiation, improvement, arena, rides and grooming Evenings: camp fires, games, movies, singing and disco, on premises

LOCATION

SAINT-CYRAN

Loire Valley: known as the Garden of France and the Cradle of the French Language, the Loire Valley is also noteworthy for its outstanding cultural landscape with historic towns and villages as well as for its world-famous castles, such as Amboise, Chenonceau and Chambord. St Cyran campus is located 250 km south from Paris, in the heart of the Loire Valley. SILC CENTRE: it is a private agricultural school specialised in horses with its own stable of 180 horses and ponies. Set on its own lands this campus enjoys a very safe location, entirely surrounded by woods with its own authentic castle!

SUPERVISION • During leisure activities: specialised and qualified monitors by groups of 4 to15 students maximum • During the stay: all SILC staff is supervised by an experienced and qualified director 24h support and assistance by a SILC representative PRACTICAL INFORMATION Arrival at Paris or Tours / Students should arrange their transfers to Tours (SILC can provide assistance service) / Transfer from Tours to St Cyran organized by SILC • Horse-riding activities: teens must bring their boots and riding caps (with chin strap). • Swimming activities: swimming costume, bathing cap and swimming certificate are necessary. Individuals or groups

Juniors From 8 to 14 years old

July - 2 weeks 13 - 25 July 2009

FOOTBALL

BOGHOSSIAN FOOTBALL ACADEMY Share your passion for football and improve your French abilities! Designed by Football player and 1998 world cup champion Alain Boghossian, this programme is for all players who want to practise both their French and football skills in an international atmosphere with young players from France and all over the world.

SAMPLE OF ACTIVITIES (non contractual)

Excursions and visits: historical landmarks of the region: St Auban (church, medieval castle, caves), Aix en Provence, Marseille. Sport and adventure activities: swimming, biking, hiking, climbing, games, beach, video games Evenings: daily animations on premises LOCATION

ST AUBAN

St Auban: In the heart of the Provence region, Saint Auban is a small pleasant, untroubled village bearing witness to former medieval fortifications. It features typical regional landscapes with the view of the Esteron valley giving an impressive sight from its cliffs and rocks dug by the passage of the river. It is surrounded by the leafy banks of the charming small lakes and verdant plains which provide peace and security.

SILC CENTRE A.Boghossian stadium boats excellent football training facilities plus a wide range of additional sport and recreational facilities to complement the intensive training programme. Indoor sports facilities are also available.

Residence

CAMP HIGHLIGHTS ✚ Constant interaction with French buddies ✚ Designed by pro player A. Boghossian ✚ Technical and practical football ✚ Safe and sunny southern France village

ZOO M ACCOMMODATION St Auban National Gliding Centre: Shared rooms (2-3 beds) / Shared bathroom (individual showers) / Full-board (self service at the cafeteria) / Food is carefully selected to suit the needs and tastes of teenagers. PROGRAMME • Football camp designed by international pro player Alain Boghossian, without French tuition, in immersion with French and international buddies. Players will have the opportunity to mix the practice of their favourite sport and improve their knowledge of the French language as the football briefings and coaching are conducted in French. • Football coaching and briefing sessions will be conducted by qualified football coaches. The programme has been carefully planned to ensure good balance of training, recuperation and recreation. • Technical training: 2 hours daily slide shows, films and briefings • Practical training: 2 hours daily practice matches; specific trainings (goal keeping, free kicks and corners, dribbling and dummies, fair play); stretching • At the end of the programme you will be given a Football kit including a t-shirt, ball and CD with pictures of your programme. LEISURE ACTIVITIES • 3 hours daily / educational, cultural and sport activities • Excursions: 1 full day • Evenings: daily animations SUPERVISION • During football training: specialised and qualified monitors form the French Football Federation, by group of 12 players maximum • During leisure activities: qualified and experienced monitors by group of 12 players maximum • During the stay: All staff is supervised by an experienced and qualified director 24h support and assistance by a SILC representative PRACTICAL INFORMATION For individuals or groups. Arrival at Paris, Marseille airport or Aix en Provence station / Students should arrange their transfers to Marseille/Aix en Provence (SILC can provide assistance service) / Transfer from Marseille-Aix en Provence organized by SILC Y O U R PA S S P O R T T O F R A N C E

Juniors From 13 to 17 years old

All year round 1 week minimum

Homestay

(under 13 upon request)

IMMERS ION HIGHLIGHTS ✚ Enjoy French culture from the inside ✚ Warm and secure environment ✚ Discover different parts of France ✚ Make new friends

Z O OM ACCOMMODATION Homestay / Single or twin rooms (can be shared with another student of a different nationality) / Private or shared bathroom / Full-board PROGRAMME This individual programme, in full immersion in a French family without tuition, requires maturity and communication skills as you share in the daily life of the family. During the stay you’ll keep a journal to be brought back home along with a certificate of completion. LEISURE ACTIVITIES: WITH YOUR HOST FAMILY Weekly cultural, educational, sports and evening activities, following the activities of the host family. Extra: Cultural Activity Programme 2 full-day + 2 half-day excursions or visits per week, organized by and with the host family To be specified on your registration form SUPERVISION 24h support and assistance by a SILC representative PRACTICAL INFORMATION • Levels: intermediate to advanced • Students must be motivated, communicative and independant • Individuals (or groups upon request)

Y O U R PA S S P O R T T O F R A N C E

P R O GR AMMES

Full Homestay

IMMERSION Experience French lifestyle with your Host Family Discovering French culture from the inside sharing the day-to-day life of your host family is the best way to live an authentic French experience. Your host will provide you with a warm and safe environment where you will socialise and practise your language skills without classes. LOCATION Many locations throughout France

Juniors From 13 to 17 years old

All year round 1 week minimum

Homestay

(under 13 upon request)

IMMERS ION

P R OGR AMMES

ONE-TO-ONE Tuition in the teacher’s home The 24-hour classroom! If you wish to make rapid progress in a short time, home tuition is the ultimate and most effective option. This highly intensive course combines studying and living in your teacher’s home, in order to put your skills into practice in every moment and aspect of the day-to-day living. LOCATION Many locations throughout France

HIGHLIGHTS ✚ Personalised tuition ✚ Tailor-made: General French or focus on a specific topic ✚ Qualified and experienced French teachers ✚ Focus on language practice

ZOO M ACCOMMODATION Homestay / Single / Private or shared bathroom / Full-board TUITION • Choice of 10, 15 or 20 lessons of personalised individual tuition per week • Levels: beginners to advanced • Evaluation test on first day • Study materials provided • Certificate of Completion LEISURE ACTIVITIES : WITH YOUR HOST FAMILY Weekly cultural, educational, sports and evening activities, following the activities of the host family. Extra: Cultural Activity Programme 2 full-day + 2 half-day excursions or visits per week, organized by and with the host family To be specified on your registration form SUPERVISION 24h support and assistance by a SILC representative PRACTICAL INFORMATION • Students must be motivated, communicative and independant • Individuals (or groups upon request)

Y O U R PA S S P O R T T O F R A N C E

Juniors From 15 to 17 years old

All year round (1, 2 or 3 terms) 1 term minimum

I MMERSION HIGHLIGHTS ✚ Become fluent in French & make new friends ✚ Unforgettable and unique experience ✚ Live and share French culture and customs ✚ Gain great sense of curiosity and maturity

Z O OM ACCOMMODATION Homestay / Single or twin rooms (to be shared with another student of a different nationality) / Private or shared bathroom / Half-board on week days (breakfast and dinner with host family, student should purchase lunch at school) / Full-board on weekends and school holidays (with host family)/ Student should purchase bus pass to go to school PROGRAMME You will share the life of a French host family and attend the local school. The host families are carefully selected and monitored by our local representative who provides the best support and makes sure that every member is keen on sharing their culture and taking good care of their host. They should consider you as a true member of their own family and, as such, you will participate in the different chores and events that make their daily life. You can apply to study for one term, one semester or one full academic year. SUPERVISION 24h support and assistance by a local SILC representative

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Homestay

P R O GR AMME

HIGH SCHOOL Integration The experience of a lifetime! SILC High School Integration programme offers motivated students a unique opportunity to experience the life of French teenagers, become fluent in the language and gain a better understanding of the French culture. LOCATION Placements are made all over France, mainly in suburban or rural areas. Our priority being to find you the best placement possible in terms of safety and quality, the area cannot be chosen (preferences can be specified). PRACTICAL INFORMATION • Registration to a local State school (selected school type, either lycée or collège, depends on the student’s grades, age and level of French) • Welcome pack and orientation session in the host community • Periodic progress reports • Medical assistance and repatriation insurance • Meet and greet upon arrival at the local train station/airport / Student should purchase their ticket to the hosting area (SILC provides booking assistance) • Non-European students should obtain a Student Visa (SILC provides assistance) • Students should take care of: international transport, lunch at school (on school days), transport to/from the school, books and school supplies, personal expenses such as clothing, telephone calls, visits, excursions…and pocket money, as well as visa fees (for non-European members). SILC provides assistance for any of these steps if necessary. APPLICATION DEADLINES • April 15th for September arrivals • October 15th for January arrivals • Upon request for any other arrival date REQUIREMENTS • Age: 15 to 17 • Levels: intermediate and minimum overall grade average of “C+” in core academic courses (certified transcripts over the past 2 years will be required for registration) • Student must be mature, flexible and motivated • Student should understand and follow all SILC and school rules and regulations

A RENOWNED EDUCATIONAL SYSTEM

MAITRISE / 1 YEAR

MST Maîtrise d'IUP 2 YEARS

LICENCE / 1 YEAR

Diplôme d'Etudes Universitaires Scientifiques et Technologiques

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Diplôme Universitaire de Technologie

IUP :

Institut Universitaire Professionnel

IUT :

Institut Universitaire de Technologie

MST :

Maîtrise î de Sciences et Techniques

LICENCE PRO 1 YEAR

DEUST 2 YEARS

DEUG / 2 YEARS

Diplôme d'Etudes Universitaires Générales

DEUST :

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DUT 2 YEARS

BTS / 2 YEARS

IU T

LY C É E

MASTER

MA S T ER / 1 YE A R

Brevet de Technicien Supérieur

DEUG :

LICENCE

DOCTORAT 3 YEARS

BTS :

DOCTORAT

he French Educational System is well known around the world for its high academic standards. In a French lycée, all general subjects are taught but emphasis is placed either on Sciences and Maths, Literature & Languages or Economics and Sociology according to the Major chosen. The system is challenging and on average a student will sit in lessons for 32 hours per week and will be required to provide a fair amount of homework. At the end of the «Première», students take the first part of the Baccalauréat (French or Sciences according to the field of studies) and in «Terminale», the final year, they will take the full exam. After the Baccalauréat, gateway to the Higher Education System, students can choose from 2 major study channels: long-term studies at a university or short-term vocational studies at an IUT, business school or another higher education school.

TERMINALE (L)

TERMINALE (ES)

TERMINALE (S)

AGE 17-18

AGE 17-18 S = Sciences & Mathematics

BACCALA U R É AT - F I R S T P A R T PREMIÈRE (L)

PREMIÈRE (ES)

PREMIÈRE (S)

AGE 16-17

ES = Economics & Sociology

S = Sciences & Mathematics

L = Literature & Languages

ES = Economics & Sociology

L = Literature & Languages

BACCAL A U R É AT

SECONDE (S)

GENERAL SECONDE (L & ES) AGE 15-16

AGE 15-16

SI XI ÈME

AGE 11-12

Q U AT R IÈ M E

AGE 13-14

C I N Q U I ÈME

AGE 12-13

T R O IS IÈ M E

AGE 14-15

COLLÈGE

BRE V E T

Y O U R PA S S P O R T T O F R A N C E

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17+/ADULTS SILC adult programmes range from fun-filled vacation programmes to University preparation and to courses designed for specific, highly technical business purposes.

UNIVERSITY

IMMERSION

INTERNATIONAL LANGUAGE SCHOOL

UNIVERSITY programmes are the perfect stay for students who wish to match academic studies with the discovery of the Parisian life as tuition focuses on language and civilization and students get to interact with French fellows. It is the path to enter a French university or a Higher Education Institution and prepare a degree : University Academic Programme @ la Sorbonne

IMMERSION programmes offer a very genuine way to learn about French culture by living with a carefully selected French family. In Full Immersion, there are no formal language lessons but students use their language skills to communicate on a daily basis with their host families. One-to-one guarantees that one of the family members at least is a French teacher. In all cases, homes are safe, clean and located near to public transportation. All of our host families are carefully vetted and their homes visited regularly.

INTERNATIONAL LANGUAGE SCHOOLS offer the flexibility one needs to fit a course in a busy schedule. Courses are organised all year round for a minimum length of one week and the wide choice of courses is designed for students and adults who aim to improve their French for personal, academic or professional purposes. Tuition is organised in small international groups to stimulate the interaction and communication with other students : Paris, Montpellier (and Tours, upon request).

Y O U R PA S S P O R T T O F R A N C E

17+ Adults

U N IV E RS ITY

AC ADEMI C

LA SORBONNE Live like a Parisian student! Study French in the famous Sorbonne University and get the skills you need to further your studies in France or back home! LOCATION PARIS

Homestay/ Student residence/ youth hostels or hotels

All year round 1 session minimum

Walking around the streets of the «Quartier Latin» or Montmartre, discovering the very animated area of La Bastille or the trendy quarter of Le Marais, sitting in a café as Jean-Paul Sartre used to, and reinvent the world with fellow students, or just shopping in one of the famous «Grands magasins» is a dream that many cherish. Make this dream come true… Welcome to Paris!

Language school @ la Sorbonne La Sorbonne is France’s most famous university. Located in the heart of the Quartier Latin and founded in 1917, the «Cours de Langue et de Civilisation françaises de la Sorbonne» takes place within the university complex and includes practical classes where all aspects of the French language are taught with specific phonetics training and laboratory work as well as lectures on French civilization.

P R O GR AMME HIGHLIGHTS ✚ Famous and dynamic university town ✚ Ideal course to prepare the DALF or DELF ✚ Great starting point to enter a French university ✚ Constant interaction with French students

PRACTICAL INFORMATION • Arrival at Paris / Students should arrange their transfers (SILC can provide assistance service) • Group sizes: vary according to courses • Duration: Summer session: July and August (4 to 6 weeks) Autumn session: September to December (3-month session) Winter session: September to January/February (4-month session) Spring session: February to June (4-month session) • Levels: beginners to advanced • Minimum age: 18 • Level test every month • Application and registration process to university done by SILC • Assistance with French administrative procedures • Study materials provided for intermediate and advanced • Certificate of completion provided Y O U R PA S S P O R T T O F R A N C E

17+ Adults

I N T E RNATIONAL HIGHLIGHTS ✚ Modern, well-equipped premises ✚ Over 50 different nationalities ✚ Small international groups ✚ Great central location

Homestay / Student residence / Youth hostels / Hotels

All year round 1 week minimum

LANGUAGE

SCH OOL

PARIS Paris « la ville lumière » Study French in an accredited International Language School selected by SILC and discover the world´s most fascinating and visited city! SAMPLE OF SOCIAL & CULTURAL ACTIVITIES (non contractual)

To be organised and paid by the student directly to the school activity co-ordinator:

FRENCH COURSES FOR PROFESSIONALS AND EXECUTIVES FRENCH

+ LAW:

• Basic: 20 French Law lessons (45 min each) per week • Intensive: 26 General French lessons (45 min each) + 20 French Law lessons (45 min each) per week FRENCH

+ BUSINESS:

• Basic Business French: 26 lessons (45 min each) per week • Club3 Business: 16 lessons (45 min each) per week, in exclusive mini-groups of max. 3 ONE-TO-ONE & ONE TO TWO 5 to 10 lessons (45 min each) per week SUPPORT 24h support and assistance by a SILC representative

Y O U R PA S S P O R T T O F R A N C E

• Commented walks in historic and picturesque quarters of the capital • Guided tours of the numerous museums of Paris • Outings to the cinema or the theatre • Excursions to the Loire Valley and its famous Castles...

LOCATION PARIS

The school Located in the heart of Paris in a typical Parisian building not far from the Opera, near cinemas, theatres, cafés and restaurants, and the famous «Grands magasins», the school offers optimal conditions for learning the language and discovering French culture: 20 bright modern classrooms, a library (books and DVDs) and a cyber cafeteria (5 computers and free wi-fi internet access). PRACTICAL INFORMATION • Arrival at Paris / Students should arrange their transfers to hosting area (SILC can provide assistance service) • Group size: 10 to 14 students maximum per class • Start dates: every Monday (special dates for beginners) • Levels: absolute beginners to advanced • Evaluation test on first day • Certificate of completion • Study materials provided • Assistance with French administrative procedures • Individuals or groups

17+ Adults

Homestay / Student residence / Youth hostels / Hotels

All year round 1 week minimum

IN T E R N AT I ON A L

LANGUAGE

MONTPELLIER French with a Mediterranean flair

Study French in an accredited International Language School selected by SILC and discover the harmony mix of France’s Mediterranean quality of life! SAMPLE OF SOCIAL & CULTURAL ACTIVITIES (non contractual)

S CH O O L

HIGHLIGHTS

✚ Famous and dynamic study city ✚ School located in the heart of the historical centre ✚ 2 teachers per class for a comprehensive approach of the language ✚ Orientation on the first day and individual interview

To be organised and paid by the student directly to the school activity co-ordinator:

• concerts, cafés, restaurants, barbecue, films, disco… • meetings with local producers in their working environment and product tasting (wine, cheese, bread, chocolates…) • guided City tours of Montpellier, Nîmes and le Pont du Gard, the medieval town of Carcassonne • outdoor excursions: beaches of Camargue, canoeing on rivers, hiking in the Cévennes… LOCATION

MONTPELLIER

The school The school has a privileged location in the heart of Montpellier’s historic city centre, in a 19th century building that looks onto the famous Place de la Comédie, the main square of Montpellier with its sunny café terraces and its outstanding opera. The school offers a library with a selection of French literature, newspapers, magazines and free Internet access. PRACTICAL INFORMATION • Arrival at Paris or Montpellier / Students should arrange their transfers to Montpellier (SILC can provide assistance service) • Group size: 3 to 8 students maximum per class • Start dates: every Monday (except holidays) • Levels: beginners to advanced • Evaluation test on first day • Certificate of completion • Study materials provided • Assistance with French administrative procedures • Individuals or groups

ZOO M ACCOMMODATION (OPTIONAL) • Homestay / Single or twin rooms (to be shared with another student of a different nationality) / Private or shared bathroom / Bed & breakfast or half-board • Student residence, youth hostels or hotels (upon request) GENERAL FRENCH TUITION • General French: 20 lessons (45 min each) per week • Intensive French: 30 lessons (45 min each) per week • Specialised courses: Exam preparation (DELF, DALF, TEF), Business French, Teacher Training programmes (selected dates, upon request) • One-to-one: 20 or 30 private and personalized lessons (45 min each) per week FRENCH COURSES • French + COOKING: learn & cook typical French dishes, Mediterranean meals, Provence gastronomy, sauces, pastries, etc. 20 lessons per week of general French + 2 half-day cooking lessons per week • French + LANGUAGE & CIVILIZATION: a more extensive way to discover the language and customs. 20 lessons per week of practical French : written and oral expression, phonetics and French civilization lectures • Duration: Autumn session: September to November (2-month session) Winter session: September to January (4-month session) Spring session: February to May (3-month session)

ACADEMIC COURSE • General French: 20 lessons (45 min each) per week • Duration: 6-9 months • Minimum age: 18 SUPPORT 24h support and assistance by a SILC representative

Y O U R PA S S P O R T T O F R A N C E

All year round 1 week minimum

17+ Adults

I M M E R SI ON HIGHLIGHTS

✚ Enjoy French culture from the inside ✚ Friendly and communicative environment ✚ Discover different parts of France ✚ Make friends from different walks of life

Z O OM ACCOMMODATION Homestay / Single or twin rooms (can be shared with another student of a different nationality) / Private or shared bathroom / Full-board PROGRAMME This individual programme, in full immersion in a French family, without tuition, requires maturity, independence and communication skills as you share the daily life of the family. LEISURE ACTIVITIES You can choose to spend your free time visiting the area or can enjoy weekly cultural, educational, sport and evening activities with your host family. Extra: Cultural Activity Programme 2 full-day + 2 half-day excursions or visits per week, organized by and with the host family To be specified on your registration form SUPPORT 24h support and assistance by a SILC representative PRACTICAL INFORMATION • Students should arrange their transfers to the hosting area (SILC can provide assistance service) • Levels: intermediate to advanced • Students must be motivated, communicative and independant • Individuals (or groups upon request)

Y O U R PA S S P O R T T O F R A N C E

Homestay

PRO GRA MME S

Full Homestay

IMMERSION Experience French lifestyle with your Host Family Discovering French culture from the inside sharing the day-to-day life of your host family is the best way to live an authentic French experience. Your host will provide you with a warm and safe environment where you will socialise and practise your language skills, without classes. LOCATION Many locations throughout France

17+ Adults

All year round 1 session minimum

IMMERS ION

P R OGR AMMES

Homestay

HIGHLIGHTS ✚ Personalised tuition ✚ Tailor-made: General French or focus on a specific topic ✚ Qualified and experienced French teachers ✚ Focus on language practice

ZOO M ACCOMMODATION Homestay / Single / Private or shared bathroom / Full-board TUITION • Choice of 10, 15 or 20 lessons of personalised individual tuition per week • Levels: beginners to advanced • Evaluation test on first day • Study materials provided • Certificate of Completion LEISURE ACTIVITIES You can choose to spend your free time visiting the area or can enjoy weekly cultural, educational, sport and evening activities with your host family. Extra: Cultural Activity Programme 2 full-day + 2 half-day excursions or visits per week, organized by and with the host family To be specified on your registration form SUPPPORT 24h support and assistance by a SILC representative PRACTICAL INFORMATION • Students should arrange their transfers to hosting area (SILC can provide assistance service) • Levels: intermediate to advanced • Students must be motivated, communicative and independant • Individuals (or groups upon request)

Y O U R PA S S P O R T T O F R A N C E

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FAMILY PROGRAMME T

ake your family to a fun and constructive holiday and catch the opportunity to share an original vacation in Paris! TUITION & LEISURE TO SHARE This original programme will allow everyone (from 6 years old) to take French classes in the morning and spend time together in the afternoons, to enjoy the gems of the French capital and surroundings. You will get the opportunity to share special moments and practice the French together in an interactive mode. Imagine, youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll be able to get through the city and place your order in the restaurants, just by yourself, and maybe, even unveil the treasures of Versailles without a guide!

Y O U R PA S S P O R T T O F R A N C E

Family

FA MILY

June to August 2 weeks minimum

P R O GR AMME

PARIS

with your family Make the most of your holiday and learn French with your tribe! SILC offers a new programme allowing the whole family to learn French and discover its diverse culture and beautiful capital. Because tuition is only in the morning, you can visit Paris and practise your knowledge of the language in the afternoon! If you are looking for an entertaining and educational stay with your family, this programme is designed for you! LOCATION PARIS

Residence

Welcome to Paris! Famous for its rich history, beautiful architecture and cultural diversity, Paris boasts being one of the most visited cities in the world. It is the exclusive city of style and culture with its numerous museums, art galleries, theatres, operas, fashion boutiques, restaurants. It offers 24-hour entertainment, and not to mention the pleasure of going to a street market or just sitting in a café to watch the world go by! The school The “Saint Nicolas Residence” is conveniently located at the southern gates of Paris and offers comfortable lodging while allowing easy access to the most famous sites of Paris: the Louvre Museum, the Eiffel Tower, Montmartre, Notre Dame.

SAMPLE OF SOCIAL & CULTURAL ACTIVITIES (non contractual)

To be organised and paid directly to the school activity co-ordinator:

• commented walks in historic and picturesque quarters of the capital • guided tours of the numerous museums of Paris • outings to the cinema or the theatre • excursions to the Loire Valley and its famous castles, Eurodisney • sport activities including swimming

HIGHLIGHTS ✚ Combine tailor-made courses with your family holiday ✚ Each member of the family is taught at their own level ✚ Live in the heart of the capital and enjoy the Parisian way of life ✚ Private accommodation

ZOO M ACCOMMODATION Holiday residence / 6 people studio or apartment (incl. kitchen, bathroom, TV, telephone) weekly cleaning service / 5 mins’walk to school and social facilities TUITION JUNIORS (6-17 yrs): • General French: 20 lessons (45 min each) per week ADULTS (17+): • General French: 20 lessons (45 min each) per week • Intensive: 26 lessons per week SUPPORT 24h support and assistance by a SILC representative PRACTICAL INFORMATION • Arrival at Paris / Students should arrange their transfers to the accommodation area (SILC can provide assistance service) • Group size: 10 to 14 students maximum per class • Lessons in the morning • Start dates: every Monday • Levels: absolute beginners to advanced • Evaluation test on first day • Certificate of completion • Assistance with French administrative procedures • Individuals or groups

Y O U R PA S S P O R T T O F R A N C E

50+ Make the most of your trip and enjoy France, balancing travel with French learning. FRENCH TO DISCOVER & ENJOY FRANCE An exciting 2-week course, exclusively designed for people over 50 who enjoy traveling and want to learn basic and practical French, refresh or improve their language skills in a friendly environment in a group of similar age and references. A balanced combination of tuition and a fun variety of activities and excursions, in the sunblessed region of Montpellier should conquer you for an unusual stay!

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Y O U R PA S S P O R T T O F R A N C E

Homestay / Residence (studio or room on campus)

May & October 2 weeks minimum

50+

French Designed for

50+

Learn French in the South of France! Why not combine your love for French culture with the discovery of one of the greatest Mediterranean town. Montpellier is ideally located nearby landmark tourist sites such as the Camargue region, Avignon and Nîmes. This programme, specially designed for the 50+, offers practical and interactive French tuition mixed with an exciting social programme that will offer you great taste of the French Art de vivre! SAMPLE OF ACTIVITIES (non contractual)

Activities: cheese and wine tasting, authentic French restaurants, introduction to traditional dances, chocolate workshop, farewell party at school… Excursions and visits: guided tour of Montpellier, Nîmes, Avignon, Sète, the Camargue area, castles, museums … Evenings: theatre, music show, restaurant, karaoke, etc.

LOCATION

MONTPELLIER

Montpellier is a sun-blessed city with 300 days of sun per year. Originally renowned in Europe for its Faculty of Medicine established in 1220 and today one of the world’s most important research centre in Biomedicine, this historical university city counts no less than 60,000 students coming from all over the world. Montpellier is dynamic and offers a vibrant cultural life as well as the great Mediterranean quality of life! The school The school has a privileged location in the heart of Montpellier’s historic city centre, in a 19th century building that looks onto the famous Place de la Comédie, the main square of Montpellier with its sunny café terraces and its outstanding opera. The school offers a library with a selection of French literature, newspapers, magazines and free Internet access.

HIGHLIGHTS ✚ Practical French basics ✚ Small tuition groups ✚ Many scheduled social and cultural events ✚ Make international acquaintances

ZOO M ACCOMMODATION • Homestay / Single or twin rooms / Private or shared bathroom / Bed & breakfast or half-board • Residence/ studio or room on campus/ accommodation only TUITION • Introduction to practical French: 15 lessons (45 min each) per week. The interactive introductory lessons prepare the afternoon activities to allow the participant to develop comprehension skills and feel comfortable when using the language in every day life. • Group size: average 10 students • Levels: beginners to advanced • Evaluation test on first day • Certificate of completion • Study materials provided LEISURE ACTIVITIES • Afternoons: daily cultural activities and excursions to discover the area • Excursions: 1 full day per week • Evenings: 1 activity per week SUPPORT 24h support and assistance by a SILC representative PRACTICAL INFORMATION • Arrival at Paris or Montpellier / Students should arrange their transfers to Montpellier (SILC can provide assistance service) • Individuals or groups

Y O U R PA S S P O R T T O F R A N C E

All year round 3 month minimum

17+ Adults

WORK HIGHLIGHTS ✚ Famous and dynamic study city ✚ School located in the heart of the historical centre ✚ 2 teachers per class for a comprehensive approach of the language ✚ Orientation on the first day and individual interview

Z O OM ACCOMMODATION (OPTIONAL) • Homestay / Single or twin rooms (to be shared with another student of a different nationality) / Private or shared bathroom / Bed & breakfast • Student residence, youth hostels or hotels PROGRAMME • General French : 20 lessons (45 min each) per week • Intensive French: 30 lessons (45 min each) per week • Specialised courses: Exam preparation (DELF, DALF, TEF), Business French, Teacher Training programmes (selected dates, upon request) • One-to-one: 20 or 30 private and personalized lessons (45 min each) per week FIELDS OF ACTIVITY Sales, Marketing, Administration, Accounting, Computer, Banking, Tourism, Fashion, Agriculture, Law, Advertising, Translation, Health... ENTRY REQUIREMENTS* • Minimum age: 18 yrs • Minimum level of French: Upper intermediate to advanced (possibility to take a French language course prior to the work placement for those who do not have the level required) • Academic training and/or working knowledge in the field • Flexible, inquisitive participants, willing to invest themselves in the company • Provide CV in French, and have an individual interview • Application: minimum 12 weeks before start of programme • Paid internships: Be a European Union Citizen / be an intern for a minimum of 4 months • Unpaid placements : Be a European Union Citizen / be a non European Union Citizen carrying a visa

Y O U R PA S S P O R T T O F R A N C E

Homestay/ Student residence/ Youth hostels/ Hotels

EXP E R I E NCE

INTERNSHIP programmes

French professional experience Being able to attest of a work experience in a foreign country is of real added-value to a Curriculum Vitae. Not only does it show your language skills, but also your ability to adjust to another culture and different work environment and methods. Thanks to privileged partnerships established in many different fields, SILC Internship programme offers students the opportunity to be integrated in a company, as a real member of a team. WORKING CONDITIONS* • Internship contract with a French company • Full-time (35 hours per week) • 2 days off per week, not necessarily consecutive. Each company has its own working arrangements and schedules that interns must accept. • Paid placements : E.U. citizens only/ 4-6 months placements only / Interns will get a training allowance of 30% of the minimum legal wage, per month / Some interns may have their travel costs and daily lunch expenses covered, depending on the company. • Unpaid placements: E.U. citizens/ non-E.U. members with visa/any duration/ Interns will not get a training allowance but some companies may cover their travel costs and daily lunch expenses. *conditions and requirements follow French law and regulations and are subject to modifactions according to law changes

PRACTICAL INFORMATION • Arrival at Paris / Students should arrange their transfers to the internship area (SILC can provide assistance service) • Duration: 3 to 6 months • Certificate of completion • 24h support and assistance by a SILC representative • Assistance with French administrative procedures • Individuals or groups LOCATION All over France Placements are made according to availabilities

VISAS • EU citizens: no visa required for citizens of the non-enlarged EU and new members of the EU as per May 1, 04. • Non EU citizens: type of visa required varies with nationality. Please contact the French Embassy or Consulate in your country to check details. SILC provides a certificate of accommodation and a copy of the contract with the company. For a work experience over 3 months or for some nationalities, the company has to obtain the authorization of the French Work Department. SILC will submit the student application to the French Authorities but the decision of acceptance or refusal is entirely theirs.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS All bookings are subject to the following terms and conditions. All participants to a SILC Voyages programme, whether registering through a partner agency or directly, should agree to the following terms and conditions. 1. REGISTRATION Enrolments must be received by the SILC office in Angoulême at least 4 weeks before the start of an individual programme, or 6 weeks for a group programme (by mail, fax or e-mail). Requests received after these dates can only be accepted on a space available basis. Participants, their parents or legal guardians should give detailed information about their health, special diets, allergies... at the time of application. Registration can only be processed if accompanied by a deposit (see § 3). For students under 18, a parental authorisation will be required at time of enrolment. 2. PRICES For all SILC programmes, prices are indicated on the enclosed pricelist. For tailor-made programmes or for group programmes, please contact us for a quote. 3. PAYMENT CONDITIONS - PAYMENT - individual programmes: internship / academic programmes : a non-refundable amount of €450 (including €150 service fee + €300 deposit) other programmes : a non-refundable amount of €350 (including €75 service fee + €275 deposit) Registration will only be confirmed upon its reception. - group programmes: a non-refundable deposit of 25% of total invoice For all programmes, full payment is required one month before arrival date. Payment can be made by: - SWIFT transfer: Bank Identification Code CMCIFRPP - Bank transfer Bank : CIC CHARENTE ENTREPRISES 10 place Marengo - BP 289 - 16007 ANGOULEME CEDEX - France Bank code: 30047 / Desk code: 14118 Account number: 00020003401 / Key: 02 International Banking Account Number (IBAN) FR76 3004 7141 1800 0200 0340 102 Bank Identification Code (BIC): CMCIFRPP - Credit card: Visa, Master,... (please state the name of the cardholder, the credit card number, the expiry date and the credit card cryptogram). All payments should be made out to the order of SILC VOYAGES. All financial transaction must be made in Euros. If payment is made in another currency, change taxes will be charged to the client. - Transfer: payment must include payment transfer charges. 4. CONFIRMATION Upon receipt of the completed enrolment form and deposit, the participant or the agent will receive confirmation indicating the remaining balance. SILC Voyages will communicate all the necessary information before departure, providing that full payment has been received. High School and University Programmes - final acceptance to the programme: the High School or University reserves the right to be the final judge of whether a student will be accepted on the programme. 5. INSURANCE Medical insurance is compulsory for non-E.U. members. All participants enrolled in a SILC Voyages programme will be asked to prove they have subscribed to a full personal medical insurance policy and public liability insurance. Participants are not insured by SILC Voyages for theft or loss of personal belongings. In conformity with French Law, SILC Voyages has a full Public Liability Insurance. This insurance included in our tarifs covers: Individual Accident, Medical Assistance and Repatriation. It does not cover the participant’s public liability. Details of the policy can be addressed to all participants upon request.

6. VISA No visa required for citizens of the non-enlarged E.U. New members of the E.U. should contact the French Embassy or Consulate in their country to check details. Non E.U. members should contact the French Embassy or Consulate in their country to check the details regarding entry permits. It is their responsibility to have the relevant valid travel documents for entering France (passport, visa…) and it is their responsibility to get the relevant valid documents to stay in France (carte de séjour…). We shall be happy to provide information. For the students whose visa is denied, refunds will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis but will not exceed normal cancellation fees given below. 7. CANCELLATION A. By the Agent/the participant Cancellations must be confirmed in writing to the SILC Voyages office in Angoulême. Cancellation fees are as follows: a. For individuals - up to 15 days before arrival: the non-refundable deposit of €350 (including €75 service fee+ €275 deposit) or €450 (including €150 service fee + €300 deposit) - less than 15 days before arrival: the amount equivalent to one week of tuition and/or accommodation. b. For groups - 30 days before start date: 25 % of individual price - between 29 and 15 days before start date: 50 % of individual price - between 14 and 5 days before start date: 75 % of individual price - 4 days before start date: 100 % of individual price B. By SILC Voyages SILC Voyages reserves the right to cancel a stay because of an insufficient number of participants. In this case, SILC will offer a similar programme or offer total refund of the sums already paid. 8. ABSENCE OR PROGRAMME CURTAILMENT Registering for a programme means that the participant commits himself/herself to attend all classes and/or activities and excursions as per programme content. SILC Voyages will not give any refund if the participant misses classes or decides to curtail his/her programme (this excludes absence for proven medical cause on presentation of a medical certificate). The agent or the participant cannot claim any refund if the latter decides to curtail the programme. In extreme cases (repatriation for health reason or certified illness only) the period of the programme left will be credited towards another stay or refunded minus €100 of administrative costs and bank charges. 9. DISCIPLINE & ANTICIPATED RETURN SILC Voyages reserves the right to expel or to send a participant home for unacceptable behaviour (i.e. theft or alcohol abuse, or incorrect conduct with the family…). If the participant is under 18 years of age the natural parents or legal guardians will be informed. Extra costs will be borne by the participant, the natural parents or legal guardians. In the case of an anticipated return for personal or discipline reasons no refund of programme fees will be made. By signing the enrolment form or any other written form of registration, the participant and/or his/her natural parents or legal guardians accept SILC Voyages terms and conditions. 10. OBLIGATIONS OF THE PARTICIPANTHE The participant shall be responsible for choosing the programme that corresponds to his or her abilities. The participant must attend all classes and/or activities of the programme he/she has chosen, and be punctual. International Language School Programmes: if a student is more than 15 minutes late to his lesson, he/she will need to wait until the break to enter the classroom.

Should irregular attendance or other behaviour of the participant lead to a disturbance of the course and/or activities for other participants, SILC Voyages reserves the right to expel the participant from the programme. In such an event the programme monies paid shall not be refunded in any way, not even on a pro-rata basis. 11. HOST FAMILY PLACEMENTS Our host families reflect the variety of social, race and religious backgrounds that can be found in today’s French society. Host families can be made of single parent, active retired people, couples with or without children, etc.. Our choice of host families is based on their ability and motivation to provide the care and safety a student need while staying in France and their willingness to share their culture with the participant. SILC will not accept cancellation of a programme based on social, racial and religious dislikes of the participant and/or his/her natural parents or legal guardian. 12. INTERNSHIP PROGRAMME If under exceptional circumstances, SILC is not able to find a placement, SILC will refund the registration fees. If after a minimum of 2 weeks with a company, there are good reasons why the placement is genuinely unsuitable (confirmed by letter), SILC will find an alternative placement as quickly as possible in another company. 13. NATIONAL HOLIDAYS There are no lessons on French national holidays, the lessons are neither replaced nor refunded. 14. COURSE CHANGES High School, University and International Language School Programmes are responsible for organising the courses. SILC cannot be held responsible for any changes that may occur. 15. PERSONAL PROPERTIES Each participant is liable for his/her personal property, unless loss or damage is proven to be due to SILC Voyages’ negligence. If anything is missing when the participant leaves the centre/school/university/host family, the participant should let the Director of the centre/school/ university or SILC Voyages know about it immediately. Expensive and treasured items such as jewellery, CD players, mp3s, personal video games, mobile phones, cameras, designer clothes/shoes/trainers…should not be brought to camp/centre/ school/host family as they are often inappropriate on an activity holiday. 16. USE OF PHOTOGRAPHS Photos of participants taken during their SILC programmes in France may be used for any SILC publication (brochures, website…). Should participants refuse, they must inform SILC Voyages in writing within the time of their registration. 17. CLAIMS Claims must be addressed to the Direction of SILC Voyages and must be made by registered letter to: SILC Voyages – 35 Rue du Sauvage 16022 ANGOULEME Cedex - FRANCE within 30 days following the end of the participant programme. Legal claims will be dealt by the «Tribunal d’Angoulême». 18. SILC VOYAGES INSURANCES • Responsabilité Civile Professionnelle : Groupe AGF n° 42.924.430 • Garantie «Voyages» AIG n° 4091039 • Tous dommage confondus : €10 000 000 CONDITIONS for HIGH SCHOOL PROGRAMMES For High School programmes, specific terms and conditions will be addressed to the Agents before enrolment of their client.

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