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Media,Communication,Film,Photography&JournalismStudyAbroadPrograms

AthenaStudyAbroad

• Aberdeen,Scotland

UniversityofAberdeen

• Dublin,Ireland

GriffithCollegeDublin

• Florence,ItalyIstitutoLorenzode’Medici(LdM)

• Florence,ItalySantaReparataInternationalSchoolofArt(SRISA)

• London,EnglandUniversityofRoehampton

• Paris,FranceParisInstituteofCreativeArts(PICA)

• Rome,ItalyIstitutoLorenzode’Medici(LdM)

• Seville,SpainCentrodeLenguaseIntercambioCultural(CLIC)

• Sorrento,ItalySant’AnnaInstitute-SorrentoLingue

• Tuscania,ItalyIstitutoLorenzode’Medici(LdM)

169 Main Street, Greenville, Pennsylvania 16125, USA | www.AthenaAbroad.com | 866.922.7623

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About Athena & Contact Information

Aberdeen, Scotland University of Aberdeen

Dublin, Ireland Griffith College Dublin

Florence, Italy Istituto Lorenzo de’ Medici (LdM)

Florence, Italy Santa Reparata International School of Art (SRISA)

London, England University of Roehampton

Paris, France Paris Institute of Creative Arts (PICA)

Rome, Italy Istituto Lorenzo de’ Medici (LdM)

Seville, Spain Centro de Lenguas e Intercambio Cultural (CLIC)

Sorrento, Italy Sant’Anna Institute-Sorrento Lingue

Tuscania, Italy Istituto Lorenzo de’ Medici (LdM)

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About Athena

With the program quality of direct exchanges, and the personalized services of pro-gram providers, we truly believe that Athena is the best of both worlds. This stretches beyond our desire to provide quality and personalized study abroad experiences to our students, and extends into our partnerships, both overseas and stateside. At Athena, we’re not only committed to great study abroad, but to a fresh assessment of what makes it “great.” We strive to send a diverse group of students abroad, which means prices need to be reasonable, scholarships need to be accessible, and our academic partners should be carefully selected based on educational quality, not simply on name recognition.

We are committed to small. We intend to remain a small organization, working with smaller overseas institutions, while serving a small number of close U.S. schools. We limit our student numbers at our international sites. This philosophy will likely never result in Athena being the biggest organization in the field, and that is perfectly fine with us. Our goal is not quantity, but quality study abroad.

In the end, the goal of what we should be measured by the changed lives of the stu-dents we serve. Our hope is that students are moved by their new global perspective, and live their lives in ways that will help, shape and improve our world.

Contact Information

For more information on programs outlined in this handbook or Athena Study Abroad, please visit our website at www.AthenaAbroad.com or contact us at 866-922-7623 or [email protected].

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Aberdeen, Scotland University of Aberdeen

“I learned that there are a lot of great little places in the world, yes the big cities are great, but when you stray away from those, like going to little old Aberdeen, you really get a sense of what

the country is all about”

~ Alaina Finney studied in Aberdeen, Scotland during the Spring 2016 semester (University of Dayton) ~

Founded in 1495, the University of Aberdeen is the fifth oldest university in the English-speaking world. Situated in the stunning historic neighborhood of Old Aberdeen, the University is known today as a Centre of Excellence in Humanities, Law, Energy, Health Sciences and Environmental Studies.

Media, Communications & Film Offerings (Semester Only)

*The University of Aberdeen offers an array of media and communications courses, with a specialfocus on film studies: Introduction to Film and the Cinematic Experience; Visualising Modernity;Visualising Revolution; Confronting the Nazi Past in German and Austrian Film; Trapped on Film: TheHero and the Captivity Narrative; French Cinema; Cinematic Cities; On Documentary: History, Theoryand Practice; Landscapes of Film; and Introduction to Visual Culture. The unique course, Art andScience, explores still, motion and Web images related to human anatomy and physiology.

*Other communications courses at Athena’s Aberdeen program are Science and the Media, DiscourseAnalysis, and Copyright and Allied Rights (undergraduate law program).

*Media, film and communications students can choose between hundreds of other courses in dozensof disciplines in the humanities, social sciences and sciences. Aberdeen’s “Sixth Century Courses” areespecially interdisciplinary and cutting edge: Mind Machine, Fearsome Engines, Sustainability:Challenges and Opportunities, Oceans and Society, Humans and Other Animals, Mankind in theUniverse: The Question of Objectivity, Africa: Sustainable Development for All?, Science and Society,Mathematical Foundations of Every Day Life, Consciousness, and Worlds of Food: Biological, Social,Cultural.

Transcript / Credits:

The standard Athena program includes a transcript from the University of Aberdeen. The university follows the standard UK system of evaluation. Most semester courses are 15 credits, which equates to 3-4 US credit hours, depending on your home university. The normal course load is therefore 60credits per semester, or approximately 15 US credit hours. Study Abroad students are examinedalongside full time degree-seeking students. Most classes are examined through a combination ofcontinuous assessment, mid-term assignments and an end of semester examination.

Academic Requirements and Highlights: At Athena’s Aberdeen program, students are required to have a minimum 2.8 cumulative GPA; however, students with a lower GPA may petition for admission with support from their home institution. Please inquire.

For more information visit: Aberdeen.AthenaAbroad.com

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Dublin, Ireland Griffith College Dublin

“I absolutely loved working with Athena. They were fantastic with arranging everything and keeping in contact along the way. I would recommend them to anyone considering studying abroad.”

~ Kiana Brayton studied in Dublin, Ireland during the Fall 2015 semester (Edinboro University) ~

Griffith College is Ireland's largest independent 3rd level institution established over 40 years ago. Griffith College enjoys a national and a growing international reputation for student success. The College has an enviable reputation for providing students with award-winning, first-class lectures and excellent study material, and preparing them for distinguished careers.

Media, Communication, Film & Photography Offerings (Semester only)

*Griffith offers numerous courses in digital media, TV and film: Introduction to Video, VisualCommunication, Introduction to Digital Media, Film Studies, Web Design, Video Production Iand II, VFX for Film & Television, TV Studio Principles, Understanding Narrative, and (film)Industry Skills and Professional Practice. Its photography courses include Introduction toPhotography, Advanced Photography, Commercial Photography, and History of Art &Photography. Griffith College Dublin also offers Introduction to Radio.

*General communications courses are: Understanding Society, Understanding Audiences:Media Marketing, Sociology of the Media, Media Studies, Media Law & Ethics, History of theMedia, Research Methods, and Media Research & Cultural Studies, among others.

*Journalism and writing-oriented courses include Introduction to Writing Journalism, RadioJournalism, Reporting & Editing, Sports Journalism, Creative Writing, Online Journalism,Writing for Arts and Culture, Conflict Reporting, Public Relations, Writing & PresentationSkills, Newspaper Media Production/Investigative Reporting, and Investigative Journalism II.

Transcript / Credits:

The standard Athena program includes a transcript from Griffith College Dublin. Griffith College is a designated institute of Quality and Qualifications Ireland (QQI). Students may take up to 30 ECTS credits (typically 3 to 5 courses).

Academic Requirements and Highlights: Athena’s Dublin program requires a minimum 2.8 GPA. In addition to taking courses across all of the communications fields, students also can choose between a wide variety of courses in business, economics and finance (with a focus on marketing and international hospitality management), computer science or Griffith’s unique Irish History & Culture course.

For more information visit: Dublin.AthenaAbroad.com

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Florence, Italy Istituto Lorenzo de’ Medici (LdM)

“The individualized attention that I received at Athena made my entire study abroad experience go smoothly. The Athena staff continually checked in with me throughout my time abroad and they

always made sure I had everything I needed and all of my questions answered. Their helpfulness and friendly demeanor really enhanced my entire experience and I would

recommend them to anyone looking to study abroad in a heartbeat.”

~ Julianne Graffeo studied in Florence, Italy, during the Summer 2017 semester (Otterbein University) ~

Florence is one of the most popular places for study abroad. The art, the culture, the incredible historic city streets – they all become part of the experience. Florence was at the heart of the Italian Renaissance, where artists such as Michelangelo and da Vinci roamed the streets, and the lasting impact of the powerful Medici family can be observed all around.

Media, Communications, Film & Photography Offerings (Semester & Short-Term)

*The LdM Florence program offers an ideal environment for students wanting to study in Florence, byregularly offering nearly 50 media or communications-oriented courses from the History of WorldCinema and Introduction to Classic Photography, to the most cutting edge courses in Dynamic WebDesign, Web Animation, Motion Graphic Techniques, and Digital Filmmaking I and II.

*Most LdM courses are Florence’s distinctive flavor of courses found in the USA, but many uniquecourses include Advertisement and Commercial Photography; Broadcasting: Italian Culture andTelevision; War and Media; Brand Design; Seriality: TV and Beyond, and more.

*LdM not only offers a truly extensive choice of courses throughout the communication, media, film,photography, and journalism fields, but Athena students also can complete internships in social mediamarketing, event planning (public relations), communications (public relations),marketing/advertising, or graphic design, and participate in activities such as the Photography Club.

Transcript / Credits

The standard Athena program includes a transcript from LdM. Students requiring a U.S. ac-credited transcript should notify Athena during the application process, as this type of tran-script must be arranged in advance for an additional fee and will be issued through Marist College.

Academic Requirements and Highlights

Founded in 1973 in Florence, LdM has long been recognized as a top academic institution in Italy. LdM has continued to expand its academic focus to now encompass nearly all academic disciplines. For Athena’s Florence program, students are required to have a minimum 2.8 cumulative GPA, and students have the option of selecting an array of courses from multiple disciplines.

For more information visit: Florence.AthenaAbroad.com

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Florence, Italy Santa Reparata International School of Art (SRISA)

“One of the most unexpected, but most impactful parts of my study abroad experience stemmed from the Athena Study Abroad program itself. It was suggested to me that I write a travel blog during my time abroad, and I honestly cannot believe how challenging but fun it was to do! Each week, I looked forward to reflecting on everything I had done and then condensing it all into a short blog post. Most

weeks I had a really hard time figuring out what was important enough to talk about, and what I should leave out. It was great to share my experience with friends, family, and people that I have

never even met. This blogging opportunity enriched my study abroad experience in ways I would have never imagined!”

~ Mallory R. studied in Florence, Italy, during the Summer of 2017 (Marian University) ~

SRISA was founded in 1970 and has become one of the top design and artistic schools in Italy. And, of course, Florence is one of the most popular places for study abroad. The art, the culture, the incredible historic city streets are all part of the experience. Florence was at the heart of the Italian Renaissance, where artists such as Michelangelo and da Vinci worked their magic, and the powerful Medici family’s lasting impact can be observed all around.

Media, Communications, Film & Photography Offerings (Semester & Short-Term)

*With personalized instruction and experiential learning at a top Italian institution in Florencespecializing in visual and other communication, SRISA feels like family. Students exhibit their workand also can complete an internship in event planning, graphic design, photography, journalism orother communications.

*SRISA’s three academic departments offer a wide variety of courses in web design, graphic design,public relations/advertising, film, photography, and writing. Humanities and social sciences coursesalso are offered in art history, business, economics, fashion design/ merchandising, history, Italianlanguage/studies, literature, political science, and sociology.

*Unique communications-oriented courses include Experimental Photography, Marketing: The ItalianWine Industry, Italian Cinema: 1942 to Present, Discovering Florence Through Photography (Digital),Typography, Travel Writing Workshop, Design and Social Movements in History, and others.

Transcript / Credits The standard Athena program includes a U.S. accredited transcript from Maryville University.


For Athena’s Florence program, students are required to have a minimum 2.8 cumulative GPA, and students may select an array of courses from multiple disciplines. SRISA owns an art gallery, open to the public, where students exhibit their work. Students also can arrange an internship, with options ranging from art to photojournalism to fashion design and others.

For more information visit: Florence.AthenaAbroad.com

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London, England University of Roehampton

“The Athena reps were the most helpful of the program reps that I spoke to, and they were quick to respond to emails and calls.”

~ Renee Salenbien studied in London, England, during the Spring 2016 semester (Saginaw Valley State University) ~

The University of Roehampton is an incredible university, with the most intimate setting of those in the University of London network. Roehampton offers you many courses to choose from, plus a personalized and active social scene, on its traditional style campus. Roehampton was founded in 1975 when four local colleges joined together to form the university.

Media, Communication, Film & Photography Offerings (semester and short-term)

*The University of Roehampton offers the kind of communications courses that you would expect froman institution with small classes in one of the world’s most diverse and largest metropolitan areas.Communications students choose between nearly 50 regularly offered courses offered by departmentsacross the university.

*Film courses include The Modern Vampire, Audiences and Spectatorship Project, Madness andMetaphor: Culture on the Edge; and Guerilla Filmmaking. Photography courses include ReadingPhotography, Photography and the Home, and Contemporary Photographic Processes. Journalismcourses include Multimedia Journalism, Reporting Britain, and Investigative Journalism. Other mediacourses include Global Trends in Television, Media and Social Change, Cult Film and TV, MediaRepresentations of Crime, and many others.

*Study abroad students may also take courses in business, languages, and other liberal arts, includingCriminal and Forensic Psychology; Crimes of the Powerful; Hidden London; Work Place Learning; ThePsychology of Art: Madness, Creativity and Healing; and many others.


The standard Athena program includes a University of Roehampton transcript. It follows the standard UK evaluation system. You will complete from three (3) to six (6) modules (UK equivalent for courses) per semester for a total of 60 UK credit hours. All students are required to enroll in 60 UK credit hours. Each module is worth between 10 and 20 UK credit hours, which is typically equivalent to three (3) and five (5) US credit hours, respectively.


At Athena’s London performing & visual arts program, students are required to have a minimum 2.8 cumulative GPA; however, students with a lower GPA may petition for admission with support from their home institution. Please inquire. Aside from London Studies modules (courses designed especially for study abroad students to immerse themselves into English culture), all classes will be taken alongside full-degree Roehampton students to ensure you have plenty of opportunities to meet local students and fully integrate into campus life.

For more information visit: London.AthenaAbroad.com

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Paris, France Paris Institute of Creative Arts (PICA)

“Studying abroad in Paris has been one of the greatest experiences of my life. I had the opportunity to see and do so much….I absolutely loved the flexibility and support I was given.”

~ Khiana Washington studied in Paris, France, in January 2016 (Columbia College Chicago) ~

PICA was launched by local scholars, working with Whittier College and Athena Study Abroad, to develop an immersive liberal arts program in Paris that is accessible to students of all academic, artistic and French language levels. The city of Paris will be your classroom, with museums, working studios and excursions being primary parts of your learning experience.

Photography & Film Offerings (Semester and short-term)

*This program is the Paris insider’s world, with working Parisians giving you access to theirworld. You will get hands-on experience working alongside professional and otheraccomplished photographers. Then excursions may include Versailles, Chartres Cathedral,Strasbourg or others.

*PICA’s strengths are in studio art, including photography and digital imaging. Coursesoffered are Discovering Paris Through Photography, Alternative Photography Techniques,Digital Photography, Digital Imaging, Black & White Photography I and II, History ofPhotography and History of French Cinema.

*Photography and film students can combine those courses with courses in writing,literature and the French language, such as The Goddess through Literature and GenderStudies, or 20th Century French Literature.

Transcript / Credit

The standard Athena program includes a transcript from Whittier College.


At Athena’s Paris program, students are required to have a minimum 2.8 cumulative GPA, and must have at least sophomore standing.

For more information visit: Paris.AthenaAbroad.com

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Rome, Italy Istituto Lorenzo de’ Medici (LdM)

“Athena took care of everything for me and my time overseas was incredible. Study abroad opens your eyes to a whole new set of experiences.”

~ Hunter R. studied abroad in Rome, Italy, during the Summer 2018 session (Wichita State University) ~

With its unparalleled history, Rome, the Eternal City and Italy’s capital, functions as both an ancient and modern global center. The city fuses the feel of a large metropolis with small live-ly neighborhoods and picturesque districts dotted with hills, piazzas, fountains, cobblestone streets and churches. The unique history and resources of Italy’s capital make it a meaningful city in which to study contemporary political and international issues or ancient cultures. Rome has captivated tourists and pilgrims and tourists for centuries but is also thoroughly modern.

Media, Communication and Film Offerings (Semester and short-term)

*Social media, Internet, public relations and advertising courses in Athena’s Rome programinclude Social Media Marketing, Web Design, Workshop in Creative Advertising, BrandDesign, Digital Graphics Techniques Fundamentals, Web Animation, Motion GraphicsTechniques and others. LdM Rome also offers many graphic design courses.

*Film and TV courses at LdM Rome include Digitial Filmmaking I and II, Animated ShortFilm, Screenwriting, Seriality: TV and Beyond, Music and Film, Understanding Movies:Theory and Practice, History of World Cinema: Origins to the Present, and others.

*Media and communications students can mix those courses with LdM’s unique humanitiesand social science courses, such as Palaces of Rome; Anthropology of Violence and Conflict;Underground Rome: The Christian Catacombs; Magic, Divination, and Ghosts in the AncientWorld; Italian Food through Culture, Environment, and Sustainability; InternationalTerrorism; or Crossroads of Faith: The Jewish, Christian and Muslim Heritage of Rome.


The standard Athena program includes a transcript from LdM. Students requiring a U.S. accredited transcript should notify Athena during the application process, as this type of transcript must be arranged in advance for an additional fee and will be issued through Marist College.


At Athena’s Rome program, students are required to have a minimum 2.8 cumulative GPA, and students have the option of selecting an array of courses from multiple disciplines.

For more information visit: Rome.AthenaAbroad.com

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Seville, Spain Centro de Lenguas e Intercambio Cultural—CLIC

“I chose Athena because after reading the program descriptions, I felt really good about the programs. To me, it seemed as though everything would be very hands on and that the people involved would be

very helpful. Luckily for me I was right and chose well.”

~ Jennifer Stamate studied in Seville, Spain (Grand Valley State University) ~

CLIC, founded in 1983, has become one of Spain’s top language schools. Its partnership with the University of Seville makes Seville perfect for students with any level of Spanish language skills to be immersed in Spain—in one of the country’s greatest cities.

Media, Communication, Film & Photography Offerings (Semester or short-term)

*Seville CLIC students can enroll in Spanish-language electives at the Universidad de Sevilla(US), such as Contemporary Spanish Cinema; Image of Spain on the Cinema Screen;Psychology of Persuasion in the Mass Media; From Advertising to Propaganda; Photography:Theory, History and Art; Photographing the Literary Seville; and Tourism Marketing amongothers.

*English-language courses in media at US regularly include: Gender Views in ContemporarySpanish Literature and Cinema; Photography: Theory and Techniques; and InternationalMarketing.

*Other highlights of English-language courses in Seville are: Introduction to SpanishCultural Studies; Arab World Today: Contemporary History and International Relations;Languages of International Development: Healthcare and Voluntary Work; Psychology andForeign Language Learning; Wine in Spain: History and Wine Tasting; and Spanish Cuisine.


Transcripts for language courses are issued by CLIC. Transcripts for electives are issued by the University of Seville.


At Athena’s Seville program, students are required to have a minimum 2.8 cumulative GPA, and must have at least sophomore standing. In addition to Spanish language courses, students may choose between a large variety of social science and humanities electives taught in English or Spanish.

For more information visit: Seville.AthenaAbroad.com

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Sorrento, Italy Sant’ Anna Institute - Sorrento Lingue

“The entire experience had such a great impact on me. The small & intimate class sizes mixed with the humble & friendly town culture was so immensely overwhelming in the best way possible.”

~ Jamie H. studied in Sorrento, Italy during the Summer of 2018 (West Chester University of Pennsylvania) ~


*Sant’ Anna is all about providing a practical experience, which is why Athena’s Sorrentoprogram offers students the opportunity to complete an internship in event planning,graphic design, or general communications (each public relations/marketing oriented), orphotography.

*Film studies courses available at Sant’ Anna are: The Mafia at the Movies and History ofItalian Cinema.

*Journalism courses offered are: Introduction to Multimedia Journalism in theMediterranean and International Multimedia Journalism: Communication, Culture and theAmalfi Coast.

*Other communications-related courses are Introduction to Digital Photography andPrinciples of Marketing.


The standard Athena program includes a U.S.-accredited transcript from Jacksonville University.


At Athena’s Seville program, students are required to have a minimum 2.8 cumulative GPA, and must have at least sophomore standing. Experiential learning is central to the Athena student experience at Sant’Anna. It and Athena are a perfect match when it comes to shared missions of personalized study abroad, and an proactive focus on service learning and volunteerism. Giving back & global citizenry is at the center of what we both do.

For more information visit: Sorrento.AthenaAbroad.com

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Tuscania, Italy Istituto Lorenzo de’ Medici (LdM)

“My classes and especially my teachers were exceptional….I feel that Tuscania is a hidden gem in this world. Studying in this idyllic town helped me to see the similarities that the inhabitants of this world

possess, as well as the differences that make us all unique. I will never forget this month in paradise.”

~ Stephanie Sutton, studied in Tuscania, Italy (University of Nebraska) ~

In Tuscania, arts students will be inspired by the breathtaking views of olive tree-laden hills around the town, plus the 1,300-year-old church (still in use!) and other sights in town, or perhaps its active archaeological site. Learning Italian will be eased through being immersed in Tuscania and perhaps doing community service.


*Media and communications students can choose between Italian Cinema and Society,Introduction to Journalism, and Body Language and Communication. Students also cancomplete an internship in either communications (public relations) or marketing/advertising.

Introduction to Digital Photography; Intermediate Digital Photography; and Landscape and Architecture Photography. They might want to try the arts-oriented Expanding Creativity.

*Excursions from Tuscania could include the Mediterranean Sea, Viterbo, Lake Bolsena andothers, if students can break themselves away from a beautiful small town with its ownactive archaeological site!


The standard Athena program includes a transcript from LdM. Students requiring a U.S. accre-dited transcript should notify Athena during the application process, as this type of transcript must be arranged in advance for an additional fee and will be issued through Marist College.


At Athena’s Tuscania program, students are required to have a minimum 2.8 cumulative GPA, and students have the option of selecting an array of courses from multiple disciplines.

For more information visit: Tuscania.AthenaAbroad.com

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