Florence University of the Arts - Professional Summer

Course Information

Minimum of 6 credits required

Students will select from the following options:

Option A: 6 credit Special Project Experiential Learning

Option B: 3 credit Italian language + 3 credit Special Project Experiential Learning (SPEL)

What is Special Project Experiential Learning (SPEL)?: In addition to regular lecture hours, students will be involved in learning by doing thorough real projects and integration with the local population and territory in order to remove cultural and learning barriers as well as to develop a strong likelihood for success in life. The experiential learning hours are fully supervised by instructors who track students step by step during their learning experience, monitor and advise according to student needs, and support student initiative. This unique learning model allows students to benefit from an all-encompassing educational experience based on theory and practice in real enterprises, learning of comprehensive operational processes, problem-solving, leadership, and management. Experiential Learning does NOT require that you speak Italian.   

SPEL assignments require hours outside of the classroom which will be scheduled upon arrival in conjunction with the course faculty.

Academic Policies

• This is a partner university program. Applications must be submitted to Stony Brook University first. Information regarding the next steps in the process will be distributed to students who have received formal nominations by their International Programs Coordinator.
• Grades earned in a Partner University program WILL NOT calculate towards the cumulative GPA for SBU students.
• Non-SBU students must contact their home university regarding their grade and credit transfer policy.
• Students are required to retain syllabi for each virtual course.