University of Colorado Denver:

Department of Family Medicine

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FMMD 6410 Second Year Foreign Language Immersion Elective

Summer sem.
4.0 cr.

Students will attend an accredited foreign language school in a foreign country where the language is spoken. Participation is 60 hours of language instruction: 15 hours of language class per week for 4 weeks or 20 hours/wk for 3 weeks. Participation in a volunteer Family Medicine clinical activity for 2 half-days per week is encouraged. Completion of all 3 of the Successful International Experiences sessions is required. In-country and UCD course forms must be completed a minimum of 60 days prior to the start of the elective. All details including the Pre-Travel Checklist for International Electives (Word file) course registration, course specific goals and objectives, and travel and accommodation arrangements for the elective must be finalized and confirmed a minimum of 30 days prior to the start of the elective. A passport valid for at least 6 months beyond your travel date is required for travel outside of the United States - check your passport now.