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Semester / Academic Year Program Overview

High impact experiential learning inspired by the uniqueness of Sicily.  
Semester and academic year programs at MADE focus on innovation, skill building, and drawing from the unique assets of Sicily. With the Mediterranean as their classroom, MADE students can study fine arts, design, liberal arts and sciences, or Italian studies. 

At a Glance 

Semester Program: 
16 weeks long
12 - 16 credit hours - (2 ECTS = 1US) 

Academic Year Program:
Two 16 week semesters, plus a between term break  
24-32 credit hours - (2 ECTS = 1 US)

Fall Semester: Sept - Dec 
Spring Semester: Jan - May 
Academic Year: Sept - May

MADE programs are designed to empower students to engage with the unique traits of Sicily, while pursuing their individual passions, developing key career competencies, and embracing their creativity.

Italian Language and Culture:  
Each MADE student will begin their study abroad program by completing an intensive Italian Language and Culture course. Over the span of four weeks, students will explore Italy’s history, culture, and language, both through lectures and local site visits. By developing an understanding of the unique historical and cultural context of Sicily as well as key Italian words and phrases, students are empowered to interact with the local community in a respectful and meaningful way. With this groundwork in place, students will be set up for success to engage with all that Sicily has to offer and to set themselves apart through completing their MADE program. 
*Students with advanced Italian language experience can instead complete an additional elective course.   

Mediterranean Studies Research Project:  
An important element of a MADE study abroad experience is the Mediterranean Studies Research Project, which allows students to develop research skills while pursuing one of their passions. With a foundation of research methodologies, each student sets out to explore their individual academic and career interests, supplemented by Sicily’s unique attributes and resources. With the support of industry experts, such as a local NGO leader, volcanologist, designer, or artist, students gain valuable professional competencies, such as critical thinking, leadership, and communication. By the end of the term, each student will have completed a final project or product, giving them a tangible takeaway from their high impact learning experience. 

Reflective Elective: 
Each MADE student can choose one elective. Our elective courses are designed to encourage meaningful interactions with the local community as well as purposeful reflection and introspection. Each elective grants students the opportunity to chronicle their experience and to walk away with tangible documentation of their study abroad journey. 

Choose a Track: 

Dates/Fees

PRICE BREAKDOWNS 

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Academics

Accreditation

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Credit information (24-32 ECTS or 12-16 US credits per semester) 

Transcripts

Upon program completion, MADE will process your grades and issue a transcript to your home institution. Please note that this may take up to 90 days after your program end date and you must not have any outstanding fees. 

What does a semester look like? 

Program structure

All courses are taught in English with the exception of Italian language classes. 

The MADE student body is composed of Italian and international students as well as other US study abroad students. 

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Campus highlights

• MADE is located inside Palazzo Boccadifuoco, one of the most interesting Art Nouveau buildings in Syracuse, directly overlooking the sea, a few steps from the island of Ortigia.
• MADE facilities include classrooms, studios, laboratories, a library, and a courtyard.
• MADE is home to state of the art equipment, including 3D printers.
• MADE works closely with the surrounding municipality of Syracuse, hosting student and professional exhibits at various civic spaces. 
• MADE utilizes the entire island of Sicily as its classroom, providing extensive experiential learning opportunities for students through field studies, instructional visits, and hands-on projects in the community.
   

Learn more about the MADE campus here

Areas of study

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Course Registration Process

After your initial application is complete, please review the MADE course offerings and submit your preferred course selections in the  Course Selection Form . Please provide your top 5 choices as well as an alternative for each one, in case we are not able to place you into any of your first choice courses. 

Internships

Internships (3-6 U.S. credits) available as a part of the semester study abroad program

Contact us for more information.

*For academic year students, between term housing is included

Student Services/Support Info

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DEI Resources 
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Scholarship/Funding Resources 
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Participant Code of Conduct / Participant Agreement  (not sure we want this here) 
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MADE Student Visa Information   
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