Study Abroad

IES Freiburg: European Union – Politics, Law, and Economics

  • Location: Freiburg, Germany
  • Minimum GPA: 3.0
  • Language of Instruction: English
  • Class Eligibility: Juniors

Introduction

Freiburg is a city of curving streets, medieval architecture, and beautiful cathedrals. With a young population and a small-town feel, Freiburg offers many opportunities for cultural integration, making it the perfect place to study German. A center for progressive thinking on environmental issues, Freiburg is also known for taking the lead in the development of eco-friendly technologies and architecture. The city now attracts researchers and environmental organizations from around the world.  Located on the edge of the scenic Black Forest, an hour away from the towering Alpine mountains, France, Switzerland, and other exciting regions of Germany, Freiburg is a year-round sports center and an ideal starting point for exploring Europe.

  • Visa:

    Not required; must obtain a temporary residence permit.

    Non-US citizens should consult with IES and the Office of International Student Support before applying to the program.

  • Fees: Students pay Haverford tuition and room to Haverford College. Haverford will then be responsible for submitting payments to the program.
Requirements

No previous German language study is required. Students are required to take one appropriate-level IES German language course and the EU Studies Integrative Seminar. This program does not fulfill Haverford’s language requirement.

Academic Credit

Students must carry 15 credit hours per semester. Transfer credit will only be granted for courses in which students receive a grade of a C (2.0) or above.

Curriculum

The European Union is not only an important political and economic institution, but a community of nearly 500 million citizens and one of the largest markets in the world. As the European Union continues to grow in size and influence, understanding the EU and countries seeking membership becomes key to understanding Europe and the world. With its central European location, Freiburg makes an ideal starting point for the exploration of Europe.  The program includes field studies and Model EU simulation.

Course Highlights

Economics, International Business, History and Political Science

Note: Changes occur frequently. Students are responsible for finding the classes they need and consulting the official site of the institution.

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Orientation

Intensive German language orientation upon arrival. Introduction to Freiburg and German culture.

Number of Students

Approximately 40-60 students attend each semester.

Housing/Meal Plans

Apartments – Students live in a private single occupancy room in a co-ed suite with a shared kitchen and bath. Suites are shared with German and international students and have Internet access. Meals are not included in the program cost. Students usually prepare meals in their housing or dine in Freiburg’s affordable student cafeterias.

Haverford students may not opt for independent off-campus housing – that is, housing not arranged by the program.

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Dates

  • Semester I: Early September to late December
  • Semester II: Mid-January to mid-June

Application Deadlines

  • Semester I: March 1
  • Semester II: October 5

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