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Italy: Florence: Lorenzo de'Medici

Lorenzo de'Medici

Program Options | Courses | Calendar | Language | Examinations | Applications | Accommodations | Costs | Excursions

Program Options

Semester/Academic Year
3-Cities Semester Program
Certificate Programs
Summer
January Intersession
Weekly and Monthly Language & Culture Courses
Special Programs
Individualized and Customized Programs

Semester/Academic Year

	Italian (3/4 credits) plus any four courses (a total of 15/16 credits),.
	Italian (6 credits) plus three courses (a total of 15 credits),
	Italian (18 credits)
	Certificate in International Conflict Transformation (16 credits)
	Study Certificates (2 semesters)
	Professional Study Certificates (2 semesters)
	Additional courses may be added.

For one or two semesters in other LDM sites, see the Tuscania Program, Rome Program, and Venice Program. A student may also select the 3-Cities program for Fall or Spring semester.

3-Cities Semester Program

This is a special semester program that offers study in three cities -- Tuscania, Rome, and Florence/Venice --during one semester and focuses on the roots of western culture. Students have the opportunity to retrace the steps of Greek, Etruscan, Roman, Medieval, and Renaissance cultures by living and studying in three cities which embody these civilizations in all their richness and splendor.

The Spring 2012 program includes the cities of Tuscania, Rome and Venice while the Fall 2011 program includes Tuscania, Rome and Florence. Students spend one month in Tuscania followed by one month in Rome, then they complete the experience in Venice (Spring) or Florence (Fall). They follow a stuctured and integrated program of five 3-credit courses, which together comprise both a unique investigation into the roots of Western civilization and a solid grounding in Italian language and culture. Click to see the description of the Fall 2011 3-Cities Program (Fall 2012 will be similar) and Spring 2012 3-Cities Program. See the Course section below for the listing of courses.

Certificate Programs

The program's philosophy is to stimulate and develop the potential creativity of the student, providing not only the technical means but also the conceptual insight necessary for the development of any artistic talent. Students with interest in a specific area of Studio Arts, Design, or Restoration and Conservation may wish to pursue a Study Certificate or Professional Certificate as part of their academic program and as a step toward accomplishing professional goals.

During the course of one year, students can broaden formative experience by participating in artistic projects, guided by instructors who are critically acclaimed professionals operating in the fields offered by the Program. Students receive a Study Certificate for one year of study and a Professional Certficate for two years of study, except for Fine Arts which requires two years for a Study Certificate. Students who have already studied the subject area may enter at a higher level contingent on approval after review of student's portfolio..

Certificates are offered for the following art and design areas. Choose from:

Fine Arts (2 years for Certificate)

Visual Arts

Restoration And Conservation

Graphic Design and Visual Communication

Fashion Design

Fashion Marketing and Merchandising

Interior Design

Jewelry Art and Design

Except for Fine Arts, all areas are offered for one and two years, with a Study Certificate for the first year and Professional Certificate. Each (professional) study area features specialized courses and Italian. For information on Cerficate courses and descriptions, see the Art and Design Certificate Catalogue.

Conflict Transformation is a new certificate program that is a joint endeavor of Lorenzo de'Medici and the National Conflict Resolution Center in conjunction with the University of Florence's Department of Peace Studies. For information, see Conflict Transformation Certificate and see the section on courses below for the listing of courses for Fall 2011 and Spring 2012.

Summer

	Any two courses (a total of 6 credits),.
	One elective & Italian (a total of 6 credits),.
	One course (a total of 3 credits),.
	4-week Workshops with 3 weeks in Florence plus one field week (a total of 6 credits). The 2011 Sessions include two different workshops: Restoration in Florence and Southern Italy in May/June and again in June/July and Watercolor in Florence and Southern Italy in May/June. For more information, see Restoration Workshop and Watercolor Workshop. Syllabi are available on request.
	Italian (6 credits)
	Italian (3 credits).
	Non-credit cooking and wine-tasting courses may be added to any of the above options..

For other summer options in Italy, see the Rome Program and the Tuscania Program. In addition, Lorenzo de'Medici offers the Archaeology School which has three sites, one in Acesa in Tuscany (June), Tuscania (July),and Erimi, Cyprus (August). See description of the Archeology School and its three programs.

January Intersession

	Any two courses (45 hours each for a total of 6 credits),.
	Italian (4 credits) + one elective
	One course (45 hours for a total of 3 credits)
	Italian (4 credits)

Weekly and Monthly Courses

The Supplementary courses are designed for the purpose of specialization in the various aspects of the Italian language, allowing the participant to enrich a vocabulary and provide a more complete and articulated vision of the Italian culture. Italian and cultural courses are available from one week and longer throughout the year.

Special Programs

These are ten day programs which include cooking lessons, culinary lectures, some meals, some excursions and accommodation. Programs can be organized on demand for small groups or individuals can feed into our pre-established 10 days programs.

Individual and Customized Courses

These are ideal for individuals who would like personalized attention and would like to concentrate on specific areas of Italian Cuisine. They are also ideal for people who want to have the flexibility to organize lessons at their convenience and according to their particular needs and interests. Some of the topics which can be studied are: menu development; food and wine dynamics; sauces and salsas; appetizers and hors d'oeuvres; hot and cold buffet; vegetables; Mediterranean cooking; bread baking; pastry, cakes and tarts; plated desserts; the gastronomic walking tour; the food market tour.

Courses

For more information about available courses, see the course schedules below. For information on course descriptions, see the Lorenzo De'Medici Course Catalogue, as well as course listings by major area. The syllabus for a course is available on request.

Download a Current Course Schedule (Note: the most current January Intersession, Spring, Summer, and Fall schedules will be issued when available; courses will be similar to those in the prior year. Generally, they are released in August for January and Spring; Novermber, Summer; and February/March, Fall):

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	Fall 2011 Semester	(PDF)
	Fall 2011: 3 Cities Program	(PDF)
	Fall 2011: Conflict Transformation Program	(PDF)
	January Intersession 2012	(PDF)
	Spring 2012	(PDF)
	Spring 2012: Conflict Transformation Program	(PDF)
	Spring 2012: 3 Cities Program	(PDF)

	Summer: June 2011	(PDF)
	Summer: July 2011	(PDF)
	Summer: August 2011	(PDF)
	Summer Workshop 2011: Restoration	(PDF)
	Summer Workshop 2011: Watercolor	(PDF)
	Summer Archaeology School	(PDF)
Descriptions are available for courses. Look in the course catalogue. Syllabus for a course is available on request . Summer and Fall 2012 listing of courses will be posted as soon as available. Many courses will remain the same as those in 2011.

Calendar

See the calendar page for:
Fall Semester 2011
January 2012 Intersession
Spring Semester 2012
Summer 2011
Summer 2012
Weekly and Monthly Language & Culture Courses

For course schedules, please consult the Course section above.

Language of Classes

Most classes are taught in English. All Italian classes and some supplementary cultural courses are taught in Italian. Food and wine classes are taught in English and Italian.

Examinations & Certificates

Courses require regular attendance, completion of projects and/or final exam for those in a semester or academic summer program. The program offers a transcript and identifies the credit for a student's home university. At the conclusion of the program, participants will receive a transcript from Lorenzo de'Medici.

Application Forms

Details of the application process.

EHI Standard Application	(PDF)	(Word)
Fall Semester Registration Form	(PDF)	(Word)
Spring Semester Registration Form	(PDF)	(Word)
Summer Registration Form	(PDF)	((Word))
Intersession Registration Form	(PDF)	((Word))
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Accommodations

Details for Accommodations are in the housing documents listed below, by session. Generally, participants have the following housing options:

	LDM-assigned apartments are shared with other students;single and double rooms are available. Typically located in the historic area, these apartments are generally within very easy walking distance of the School, and with amenities like a washing machine and internet access. Availability is limited to the academic calendar; students do not select their apartment. Costs are: Summer 2011: $1000 for double room; $1200, single room per monthly session Fall 2011: $3250 for double room; $3950, single room per semester January Intersession: $1000 for double room Spring 2012: $3250 for double room; $3950, single room per semester:
	Independent student apartment, within easywalking distance from the school. Prices depend on selection and number of occupants, generally $800 and up (monthly) for a shared apartment and $1000 and up for a single apartment. EHI assists students in locating centrally located and reasonably priced apartments in Florence's historic area.
	Plus Florence is a luxury student residence in historic center.
	Apartments in Residence La Contessina (on same street as Lorenzo De' Medici) and located in the center of Florence: with small, furnished, air-conditioned apartments for two to three persons.
	Home stay with half-board can be arranged through LdM. (Information available on request).
	Independent arrangement of housing for a stay with a family or in a pensione.

*To see details on school-sponsored housing click on the following documents.*
Fall 2011 Housing Information	(PDF) (Word)
Intersession 2012 Housing Information	(PDF) ( Word)
Spring 2012 Housing Information	(PDF) (Word)
Summer 2011 Housing Information	(PDF)
Summer 2011 Homestay Information	(PDF)
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Program Costs

Total program cost depends on selection, number, duration and intensity of courses. The more credits of Italian, the lower the cost. For the summer, programs with Italian cost less, and the program which combines study in both Tuscany and Florence costs more as it includes one week of room and board. The $300 deposit goes toward the cost of the program. See accommodations section for housing costs.

	Summer 2012, tuition costs per session: $3,100 (month) for two elective courses selected by student; transcript for 6 credit hours, certificate of attendance. $4,100 for Workshops in the Florence, and one field week in Southern Italy (for Watercolor or Restoration) (6 credit hours), accommodation and full board for one week in field site, transportation to and from site: See special brochure on this program. $1,700 (month) for super-intensive Italian only (80 hours/month); transcript for 6 credits, certificate of attendance. $950 (month) for intensive Italian only (40 hours/month); transcript for 3 credits, certificate of attendance. $1,800 for one elective course; transcript- 3 credits, certificate of attendance. $2,350 (month) for one elective course & Italian; transcript - 6 credits, attendance certificate. Other options: Italian Wine/Cooking (non-credit) See Tuscania for costs related to Archaeology School.
	Fall 2011 & Spring 2012, tuition (including Italian State health insurance) costs: $7,700 (semester) Italian plus four electives (15/16 credit hours) selected by the student $6,900 (semester) Six credits of Italian + three electives (15 credit hours) $5,550 (semester) Super-intensive Italian only (15-18 credits) $7,950 (semester) Certificate in International Transformation Conflict (16 credits) $13,400 (2 semesters) Art/Restoration/Design Study Certificates (15 credits) $14,700 (2 semesters): Professional Study Certificates
	Fall 2011 & Spring 2012 3-Cities Program: $7,800 per semester
	January 2012 Intersession Program (three weeks): $1,150: for 4-credit Italian course $1,500: one elective course $2,750: two elective courses $2,400: 4-credit Italian course & one elective
	Language & Culture Classes: Weekly, Monthly during year in Florence. Information is available on request

Costs include application processing; visa and other assistance; Italian Health Insurance (for semester participants), packet for studying abroad; orientation; on-site assistance, and student activities within Florence. They do not include travel to Italy, lab fees, housing and board, and academic excursions. See Accommodations for costs related to housing, and Activities & Excursions for costs associated with trips and other events.

Note: A significant change in the exchange rate between Euro and US dollar may require an adjustment in the tuition cost.

Excursions & Activities

Florence offers many activities all year. The school may include a meeting with Italian or international artists. The program includes activities in and around Florence. Lorenzo de'Medici arranges optional day trips around Tuscany (such as Ravenna, Siena, San Gimignano).

Optional overnight excursions are scheduled for each study period. Students may sign up in advance. Costs will be about $315, depending on the exchange rate. Specific information on excursions is available upon request. Recent trips have included: Rome and the Vatican; Cinque Terre and Portofino; Arezzo, Cortona, Montepulciano and Pienza (all in Tuscany); Venice; Hiking in the Alps and Lake Garda; and Pompei, Sorrento and Capri.