GEO Faculty-Led Programs in Lyon, France
About the site
- Art and Architecture
- Comparative Healthcare / Biotech / Pharmaceutical
- Education: Elementary to Secondary
- Topics in French Culture & Society
Open to discussing other academic areas not listed.
- Program length abroad:
- 1 – 3 weeks
- Terms:
- Spring Break
- Summer (May – July)
- Fall Break (November)
Site availability may depend on program dates and site capacity for the requested timeframe.
- Minimum students: 10
- Maximum students: 18
Lyon is the third-largest city in France and blends the simplicity of French tradition with a large, modern European city. Named a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1998, Lyon’s history spans everything from Roman times to the French Revolution, the Renaissance, and World War II, making it a living museum. The city is also a center for business, biotechnology, healthcare, and scientific research, providing insight into industries that drive both the French and global economies. Wander through some of the most well-preserved Renaissance architecture in the world, taste your way through the gastronomic capital of France, and explore one of Europe’s leading hubs in biotechnology and healthcare innovation.
Program options and components
The following are sample logistics and services that can be incorporated into a Faculty-Led Program in Lyon, France.
Academic and co-curricular opportunities
- Classroom space is provided through hotel or USAC's host institution, L’Université Catholique de Lyon (UCLy).
- Guest lectures or presenters.
- Co-curricular activities or visits related to academic area.
The Faculty-Led Program course is identified and taught by the institution’s faculty. The academic content, syllabus, and credit is determined by the institution. No USAC credit is given, and the cost of instruction is not included in the program.
Cultural immersion and site experiences
Local site activities
- Examples include:
- City tour
- Museum visit
- Visit to local markets
- Cheese tasting
- Sporting event
- Local cuisine class
- Survival French class (no credit)
Day trips
- Examples include:
- Beaujolais
- Grenoble
- Marseille
- Dijon
- Avignon
- Geneva, Switzerland
Site logistics
- Student housing:
- Shared hotel room
- Program Leader housing:
- Single-occupancy hotel room
- Welcome and farewell meals
- Breakfast included with hotel
- Additional group meals may be added upon request
- Local transit pass
- Private transportation for activities when local transit or walking is not feasible
- Group airport transfers available for arrival and departure
Service and activity availability vary and cannot be guaranteed. Final inclusions and costs are outlined in the official program proposal based on program length and selected components. All GEO Faculty-Led Programs include USAC site staff support, access to USAC's Health and Safety Team, and CISI insurance.