![Tram on Place de la Bourse in Bordeaux - France, Gironde](/sites/default/files/marketing-images/program-page-images/french-in-bordeaux-glance.jpg)
About The Program
Take on second-year French language study, courses in French culture and an optional research project. Bordeaux is a green city, where urban spaces give way to bicyclists. One of France’s most elegant cities, Bordeaux is an ideal base for exploring the nearby coast and Spain.
Where you'll study
The University of Bordeaux has a culture of nurturing talent, innovation, and career outcomes. As UCEAP’s original student exchange since 1962, the University of Bordeaux has continued to refine its international strategy. It collaborates with universities around the world to develop programs taught in English and other languages. As one of only three universities in France with an Initiative of Excellence, or IdEx program, the university is driving a variety of globally important research challenges and projects. As an international visitor, this means more opportunities to collaborate with locals and access training that will carry you to a rewarding career. The university is made up of a number of separate entities organized together at one of the largest campuses in Europe.
Media Gallery
![A student sitting in a chair and holding a map in front of Place de la Bourse in Bordeaux, France.](/sites/default/files/marketing-images/program-page-images/french-in-bordeaux-gallery-1.jpg)
![Two student posing in front of Place de la Bourse in Bordeaux, France.](/sites/default/files/marketing-images/program-page-images/french-in-bordeaux-gallery-2.jpg)
TRIPS AND ACTIVITIES
The study center arranges field trips and activities to introduce the local culture and special features of your host country. There may be other optional excursions, which you can explore after arrival.
![<p>Fall excursion to the seaside resort town of Arcachon</p>](https://uceap.universityofcalifornia.edu/sites/default/files/styles/trips_and_activities_241x300_/public/marketing-images/trips-and-activities/french-in-bordeaux-ta-1.jpg?itok=ZaLFgl3_)
Fall excursion to the seaside resort town of Arcachon
![<p>Thanksgiving dinner event</p>](https://uceap.universityofcalifornia.edu/sites/default/files/styles/trips_and_activities_241x300_/public/marketing-images/trips-and-activities/french-in-bordeaux-ta-2.jpg?itok=R52pY0OB)
Thanksgiving dinner event
![<p>Day trip to the Château de Malagar vineyard estate</p>](https://uceap.universityofcalifornia.edu/sites/default/files/styles/trips_and_activities_241x300_/public/marketing-images/trips-and-activities/french-in-bordeaux-ta-3.jpg?itok=SOuX3Pla)
Day trip to the Château de Malagar vineyard estate
![<p>Christmas cocktail reception</p>](https://uceap.universityofcalifornia.edu/sites/default/files/styles/trips_and_activities_241x300_/public/marketing-images/trips-and-activities/french-in-bordeaux-ta-4.jpg?itok=t4UxHmxm)
Christmas cocktail reception