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TRU Modern Languages Field Schools - MLAN 2700

Since 2009, Modern Languages has been offering students the opportunity to participate in field schools to study language in an immersion setting through our own MLAN 2700 course.  Varying in length from 4-6 weeks, MLAN 2700 can be offered in different languages.  In 2009, the course was taught as a Japanese language course in Japan, while in 2010, it was taught as a Spanish course in Mexico.  The travel experiences included a variety of excursions and cultural activities in addition to language classes targetting intermediate learners who have completed at least one year of language instruction.  Click on the links below to view images and information about past and upcoming field schools.  For more information, please contact the Modern Languages Coordinator.

Past Field Schools

Japan 2009
Mexico 2010

Japan 2009

japanese garden with  pond and trees
The first field school was held in Tokyo in May 2009, with an enthusiastic group of students spending three weeks at Toyo University.  Exciting excursions to Kamloops' sister city of Uji and to historical neighboring Kyoto as well as unique cultural activities brought the language alive, while daily lessons opened new doors to deeper understanding of the experiences.  Click on the links below to see more about:


Mexico 2010 

Mexican house with cactus

In May 2010, the Modern Languages field school travelled to Cuernavaca, Mexico for four weeks of Spanish immersion at Kukulcan Language School.  Family homestays, daily classes and spectacular excursions added up to a life-altering experience.  Click on the links below to view some of the highlights.
 

Upcoming Field Schools

Field School Application Form

Please note:  If you are interested in applying for a field school, please submit your application as soon as possible.

Japan 2011