Imagine studying the French language in the beautiful Loire Valley in France. You can explore the many castles, chateaus, and cathedrals of the area or decide to spend the weekend in Paris. Choose from several intensive month-long programs, fall or spring semester, or a full academic year and earn academic credit from a fully-accredited French university. From beginners with a desire to learn the French language to advanced French speakers who would like to perfect their language skills, World Endeavors' Study in France program offers a true French experience for everyone.A variety of courses in French language and culture are offered according to the student's language skill level. Through these courses, students will acquire knowledge and develop skills in listening, speaking, reading and writing in French. Students can choose to study French in spring or fall semester, or the full academic year.You are expected to take a lot of responsibility for organizing your own time and work. Students are given assignments and exams throughout the semester to assess their performance. The work done during the semester counts for two-thirds of the final grade. Attendance is taken into account as a factor in grading.Academic credit and transcripts will be issued by the Universite Catholique de L'Ouest Angers, a member of the International Association of Universities, after the successful completion of course requirements for the semester or academic year program. It is the student's responsibility to contact their academic advisor prior to the semester to determine how the courses taken while abroad will transfer to their home institution.The program is designed to meet the needs of international students who are looking for an intensive, French-immersion experience. It also caters to the needs of those with little or no background in French by providing a core of intensive French language courses taught in at the beginning level. A placement exam will determine the language level of each student.