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Lyon Uncorked: A Journey through French Food, Wine, and Business

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Program Description

Discover the heart of French culture through FAU's 3-week faculty-led study abroad program, Lyon Uncorked, in the renowned gastronomic capital of France. Offered by the College of Business, this immersive experience invites students to explore the world of food and wine in one of Europe’s most celebrated culinary hubs. Nestled between the prestigious wine regions of Beaujolais, Burgundy, and the Rhône Valley, Lyon provides the perfect backdrop to study international business while indulging in the richness of French culinary arts. Through engaging classes, hands-on tastings, and excursions to vineyards and local markets, students will gain a deep appreciation for France’s food and wine heritage and valuable insights into the global food industry. Open to all majors, this program offers an unforgettable blend of education, culture, and adventure—ideal for anyone looking to expand their global perspective while savoring the flavors of France.

Why Lyon - a video that highlights this incredible program!

FAU LYON 2024 - a video from students who participated on 2024 program

APPLY NOW FACULTY-LED APPLICATION

Program Dates and Deadlines:
Term Year Application Deadline
(or as space permits)		 Start Date/Check-in End Date/Check-out
Summer 2025 March 18, 2025 June 29, 2025 July 18, 2025


Program fee payment deadline: See details below in program cost section. Program fees cannot be deffered. Plan accordingly. 

Information Sheet

Open to All academic disciplines
Language of Instruction English
Level of Study Undergraduate 
Credit Offered FAU credits
Program Primary Subject Marketing & Hospitality
Sponsoring College College of Business

 

Program Course Offerings:

Choose one or two courses (3-6 credits):

MAR 4957: Marketing Study Abroad (3 credits)

MAN 4957: Management Study Abroad (3 credits)

HFT 3263: Principles of Food and Beverage Management (3 credits)*

Can be instead taken as HFT 4930, HFT 4955, or HFT 4941

Course Eligibility & Requirements:

Students may take either 3 or 6 credits. These classes will run Monday - Thursday afternoons from about 3-5pm. If you need help choosing your courses, Speak with Kim Paulus in College of Business Student Academic Services about your particular situation. She can be reached at paulusk@fau.edu 

Program Eligibility & Requirement

  • Must have a 2.5 overall GPA at the time of application
  • Must be in good academic standing at the time of application
  • Must be eligible to take FAU courses during the study abroad program term
  • See Policies & Procedures page for more information
 

Contact a program leader for information on the academic course offerings and program itinerary. The individuals listed below will be leading the program in France.

For information on the study abroad application, contact the Education Abroad Advisor listed below. 
Primary Faculty Leader: Stella Quintero, squinte1@fau.edu  Brendan Richardson, Associate Director, Education Abroad

Co-Faculty Leader: Dr. Katarina Brant, kknutsen2013@fau.edu 

Phone number: 561-297-3227

 

Email: brichardson@fau.edu 

 

Location

Situated at the confluence of the Rhone and Saone rivers, Lyon is a UNESCO World Heritage site known for its Renaissance architecture and culinary prowess. The city boasts landmarks like the Basilique Notre-Dame de Fourviere and intricate traboules, perfect for history enthusiasts. Renowed as France's gatrnonomic capital, Lyon offers sumptuous meals at quaint bouchons and charming cafes. 

Housing

Students will stay in student residential housing with fully equipped studios and easy access to public transport. 

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Money Matters

Financial Aid and Scholarship Information 

  • Students participating on FAU Faculty-led Programs may use eligible financial aid.
  • Program participants may be eligible to apply for the FAU Education Abroad Scholarship
  • See additional scholarship and funding information here.

 

Program Cost

$4,467.00 program fee + tuition for the required program summer course(s). FAU in-state or out-of-state rates apply. 

Program fee payment deadlines: 
Program fee payment deadlines: 
1ST PAYMENT:       $1,489.00 within 30 days of application acceptance or by March 20 (whichever comes first)
2ND PAYMENT:     $1,489.00 within 75 days of application acceptance or by March 20 (whichever comes first)                                                                                                   3RD PAYMENT:      $1,489.00 final balance due by April 1

Note: program fee payments cannot be deferred. Accepted participants will receive detailed payment instructions from the Education Abroad team via email prior to each payment deadline. 

Program Fee Includes:

  • Accommodations from check-in through check-out date
  • International medical insurance
  • Airport pick-up in Lyon and on-site orientation
  • Group welcome and farewell meals
  • Weekly activities such as cooking class, walking tour, river cruise on Saone
  • Excursions to Annecy and other sites within Lyon
  • Daytrip to Beaujolais wineries region
  • Guest speakers
  • Classroom space in Lyon

Activities and excursions are subject to change by faculty leader or program provider/vendor if needed. All efforts would be made to provide a replacement activity or excursion.

Program Fee Does Not Include :

  • $200 administrative fee paid at time of application submission
  • International flight
  • Tuition for courses/credits taken on program (FAU in-state and out-of-state rates apply)
  • Personal meals outside group meals
  • Personal spending money

TRAVEL DOCUMENTATION, HEALTH AND SAFETY

Passport and Travel Documentation

  • A valid passport is required for all international travel. You need a passport to board an international flight and to enter the country. Passport cards will not be accepted as form of I.D. You may be denied boarding if you travel with a passport that appears damaged or altered.
  • Review up-to-date details HERE. Routine processing times can take 6-8 weeks, and expedited applications in 2-3 weeks. Processing times does not include the time it takes for shipping. Processing times begin when your application is received by a passport agency or center, and do not include mailing times. It may take up to 2 weeks for your application to be received by passport agency, and up to 2 weeks for you to receive your completed passport after agency mails it to you. Therefore, you should add an additional 4 weeks to you passport application processing time.
  • Some countries require that your passport be valid at least six months beyond the dates of your trip. Some airlines will not allow you to board if this requirement is not met. Check the Country Information to learn about entry and exit requirements for the country or countries in which you are traveling.  
  • If you are applying for a passport for the first time, you need to renew your passport, or you have any other passport questions, you can find information on the Travel.State.Gov website. In addition, several U.S. Embassies and Consulates provide information to assist applicants in collecting the documentation needed. For a list of Embassies, please visit U.S. Embassy.gov.
  • Non-U.S. Citizens may need additional travel documentation. If you are not a U.S. citizen, you should research the study abroad program destination and your home country to determine if a visa or additional travel documentation is required. 

International Health Insurance

All FAU students participating on an FAU Faculty-led Program will be registered in international health and travel insurance coverage through Cultural Insurance Services International (CISI). This mandatory insurance ensures that students have access to medical and emergency support services while abroad. This is included in the program cost. The 2025 Coverage plan will be available in January 2025. Participants can review the current 2024 plan HERE for reference.

Health and Safety Resources to Explore Prior to Traveling Abroad

Pre-departure Orientation and Meetings

All students must attend pre-departure sessions prior to study abroad. Education Abroad and your program faculty leaders will provide you with further details pertaining to dates, times, and location in the semester before your program. 

1) Mandatory pre-departure orientation hosted by the Education Abroad office. This session will cover general international travel related topics such as health, safety, insurance, and travel tips. 
2) Mandatory pre-departure meeting hosted by program faculty leader. This session will cover program and location specific information such as arrival, expectations, itinerary, and course overview.