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Institute of Political Studies, Lille
This is a reciprocal exchange relationship between SJSU and the Institute
of Political Studies in Lille. Priority for placement will be given
to Political Science majors and minors, but students from other academic
fields will be considered if there is space available and appropriate
coursework is offered.
- Take Political Science courses in English
- Earn SJSU resident credits for all completed courses
- Pay your normal SJSU tuition and fees
- Use your financial aid and apply for scholarships
- Immerse yourself in French culture and learn the
language
- Study for one semester or an academic year
- Gain an advantage when applying for jobs and graduate
school
CITY FACTS 
Lille, France
Lille is located in northern France on the border with Belgium. It is
a short distance by train to Paris (1 hour), Brussels (less than 1 hour)
and London (1.5 hours). The public transportation system provides easy
access to most cities in France via a high-speed train and an airport.
Greater Lille is the fourth largest metropolis in France with approximately
100,000 students amongst the 4 million inhabitants of the Northern district
of France.
Lille is a historic city where major elements form the XIX century are
still in evidence, as well as well preserved Flemish facades. The city
is divided up into districts with many interesting contrasts, from the
historic heart of the city to the glass-clad towers of the new quarter.
There are opportunities for shopping in ancient streets, visiting the
many museums and monuments or wandering through the city past the exuberant
décor of XVIIth century architecture.
CAMPUS FACTS
Institute
of Political Studies, Lille
The Institute of Political Studies was opened in 1991 and today has
750 students, all of them selected by a competitive admissions test.
In 1996 the Institute relocated to occupy a former industrial building,
whose renovation has been an architectural success. Students following
the normal course of study in the Institute come from all over France.
From it's creation, the Institute of Political Studies has developed
a European Approach, largely favored by its international location.
The university has developed student exchange programs with 80 foreign
universities throughout the world and every year the Institute welcomes
visiting professors from some of those universities.
Eligibility Requirements
Students must:
- be enrolled as an SJSU student for one semester prior to departure,
or be a California community college student eligible to enter SJSU
by the semester of departure
- have completed lower division requirements for the Political Science
major
- have upper division standing by the semester of departure
- have a cumulative GPA of 2.75 or higher
There is no language requirement, but a minimum of one term of college
level French is strongly recommended.
Academic Program
TSJSU students can attend classes in five departments: Politics, European
Studies, International Relations, Economics and Finance and Public Administration.
Students can also attend courses of visiting professors (most of the
time in English, German or Spanish).
The academic calendar consists of two sixteen-week semesters. Students
are evaluated through exams for each course. The French assessment scale
ranges form 0 to 20. Marks between 10-20 are passing and receive credit.
Course offerings include the following:
A Sample of Classes in English:
Russian Politics
Globalization and Cities
British Politics
Elements of American Political Science
Human Rights in International Relations
The Scandinavian Welfare State in Comparative Perspective
Introduction to China's Economics and Politics
Transatlantic Relations
Great Britain and European Integration
Nordic Politics
Comparative Political Economy of East Asia
Electoral Studies
Living with the Euro/Key Policy Issues
US Foreign Policy Toward Africa
Students who are fluent in French, Spanish or German have opportunities
to take other coursework as well. The following are complete lists of
courses students were
able to choose for 2006/2007, some courses called "séminaires
d'ouverture" will change but the topics remains the same every year:
Orientation
Students are required to attend a two-week orientation seminar divided
into two parts: an Administrative part (orientation to the city and
university) and a methodological and linguistic part ( 20 hours of free
French intensive courses and initiation to study methods).
French Language
All SJSU students are strongly encouraged to take French language
courses prior to the beginning of the semester and throughout their
participation in the exchange. Free regular lessons take place twice
a week (4 hours) during the first and the second semester. You have
the possibility to attend 100 hours of French language lessons in a
year. Evaluations will be organized at the beginning and at the end
of the session. At the end of the lessons, you will receive a certificate
according to your level.
Internships
Students may participate in internships while studying in Lille. The
exchange program does not have formalized internship programs, but the
university can provide support with internship placements or students
can arrange their own internship.
Accommodations
The Institute of Political Sciences offers several options to international
students for accommodation, including residence halls, private residences
or studio apartments downtown. Check the housing possibilities on the se_loger_a_lille link.
For advise or to share a room
with a french student you can contact
the Bureau des étudiants. The website
has a forum where students you can put an
announcement concerning housing.
For more information regarding the program, check:
Application Deadlines
Semester
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From-to
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Deadline
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| Fall Semester |
September- December |
March 1st |
| Spring Semester |
January- May |
October 1st |
Application Form 
Financing Your Semester
Estimated Costs
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SJSU Tuition & Fees:
Round Trip Airfaire:
Housing and Meals:
Books and Supplies:
Insurance:
Personal Expenses:
TOTAL:
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$1,642.00
$ 800.00
$2,500.00
$ 200.00
$ 150.00
$1,200.00
$6,492.00
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These are estimated costs
for the whole semester. Personal expenses may vary among different
students and those who will be doing a lot of traveling during the
school break and after the program should estimate higher. |
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