Why Study in Europe with CES?
The Center for European Studies sponsors two dynamic programs in Europe. Students can gain hands on experience while learning about the history, politics, and institutions of the European Union in UF in Brussels. Or instead, students can explore central Europe, and study the cultural and political history of Prague, the Czech Republic, and Eastern Europe in UF in Prague.
Need more reasons?
- Earn capstone credit toward the EU Studies minor
- Take a language course toward the East-Central European Studies minor
- Receive UF GPA credit in UF faculty taught courses
- Satisfy the UF 9-credit summer residency requirement with 6-credit hours abroad in Europe
- CLAS students can receive international Gen Ed credit for coursework in Europe
Check out the CES programs below to learn more!
CES Sponsored Programs
UF in Brussels
Spend the summer in the ‘capital’ of Europe learning about the European Union while having the opportunity to visit EU institutions such as the European Commission, European Parliament, and the Council of the European Union. Interested in interning while abroad? UF in Brussels offers a competitive internships program through our host university, Vesalius College.
Dates: Program not running in summer 2024
UF in Prague
Travel to the heart of Europe and travel back in history while walking through the streets of Prague. The program offers students a unique opportunity to immerse themselves in the history and culture that define the city and country more broadly. Prague will serve as part of the classroom as students explore Czech museums, architecture, and historical neighborhoods in their coursework and excursions.
Dates: Summer 2024 Dates TBD
CES Affiliated Programs
UF in Salzburg
Offering a European Studies, Music, and Business track, the Salzburg program provides an opportunity for students to study abroad in the heart of Europe with European faculty. From the music of Mozart to Economics and Politics of the European Union, Contemporary Austrian History, and Cultural Business and Marketing, students can experience European culture during this six week program. The program is open to all majors, and students in music, economics, and history can receive major credit.
UF in Florence
The UF in Florence program is offered in partnership with Florence University of the Arts (FUA) and in collaboration with the University of South Florida (USF). You can earn up to 6 credits of Italian language, Italian culture, or miscellaneous humanities in classes taught by UF and FUA faculty.
Warsaw University (Exchange)
University of Warsaw, established in 1816, is Poland’s largest and finest university. From its beginning, the University of Warsaw has played a major role in the intellectual, political and cultural life of Poland, and has been recognized throughout the world as a leading academic centre in this part of Europe.
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Join the CES listserv to receive updates on CES study abroad programs and upcoming info sessions. You can also contact CES Academic Programs Coordinator, Corinne Tomasi (corie@ufl.edu), with any questions or to arrange a meeting to discuss the programs.