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This programme allows students to elect up to 15 university credits in business and tourism each semester which they will combine with an internship in a Spanish firm to improve your Spanish in a professional as well as an academic setting. The University ...
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The Goethe-Institut Toronto offers two different educational programmes- a German language programme as well as further training and development for German teachers in Ontario, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Alberta and British Columbia. The Goethe-Institut's la ...
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Youth Exchange provides thousands of young people with the opportunity to meet people from other lands and to experience their cultures. This year, more than 8,000 teens will see the world through the Youth Exchange program. As a Rotary Youth Exchange stu ...
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TANDEM Internationals highly qualified teachers offer English, French, German, Italian, and Spanish classes in small groups. Language courses at TANDEM schools range from general classes for all ages to highly specialized courses for professionals, as wel ...
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InterUniversity Centre Canada organizes language training, other educational programmes, work internships, and directed research for students. Hundreds of students from all over the world have participated in InterUniversity Centre Canada programs. Althou ...
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Actilangue offers French language courses for all levels, from beginners to advanced speakers. Placement in the different courses is based on a personal interview and a written test. The Actilangue programme combines practical French Language learning wit ...
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York Region Learning Connections is the International Division of the York Region District School Board. They offer high school study abroad programmes in the UK, Italy and Greece. All of their partners have a long-standing record of academic excellence a ...
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A unique opportunity for students in their grade 10 and 11 year enrolled in German to participate in a reciprocal academic exchange programme during the school year. The exchange aims to improve German language proficiency, promote international goodwill ...
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This programme is designed for teenagers and adults of all levels of French proficiency who wish to broaden their knowledge of French language and culture. Participants study at private language schools specially selected for their professionalism and hos ...
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American Association of University Women (AAUW) International Fellowships are awarded for full-time study or research in the United States to women who are not United States citizens or permanent residents. Both graduate and postgraduate study at accredit ...
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Since 2002, OzTREKK has helped send hundreds of Canadian students to Australia for professional degrees. We are experts in the Australian university education system and we know that overseas university applications can be complicated and overwhelming, so ...
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APF Languages programs permit students to learn Spanish regardless of their language level. Both beginners and advanced will profit the specially designed APF system. New courses start every week of the year without interruption. At the end of each course ...
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Bordeaux Language School (BLS) offers 6 levels of French language instruction, from complete beginners to advanced as defined by the Council of Europe. All BLS teachers are qualified to teach French to foreign learners and have an excellent knowledge of F ...
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Intercultura offers Spanish courses year-round and also offers academic credit through US colleges and universities. Classes are small and dynamic with a maximum of 6 students per class. Our Spanish professors are credentialed in teaching Spanish as a sec ...
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GVI courses offer the individual the chance to gain competence, qualifications and practical experience in conservation, education and outdoor skills. Current courses include Safari Field Guide programmes, TEFL courses and language classes.
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International House Study Abroad offers students an opportunity to learn a language along with the culture of the language. International House Study Abroad schools teach 16 languages - in 33 countries - in over 50 schools.
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Come to Cuenca and live like a local!  El Nomad's language and culture immersion program has 3 components; Spanish Language classes, an International Internship and a unique Ecuadorian homestay. Spanish classes at the University of Cuenca are an es ...
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The province of Manitoba and the states of Hamburg and Lower Saxony in Germany have been exchanging high school students for more than 30 years. In October 2003, the provincial government reinforced its longstanding cooperation with the city state of Hamb ...
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