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Study in Florence

Why Florence?
Florence is one of the most beautiful cities in the world. The 14th- century Cathedral and its Dome dominates this city- the cradle of the Renaissance. It is a vibrant, modern city, with fabulous art & architectural treasure! The world famous Uffizi Gallery contains works of art by artists like Botticelli, Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo, and Raphael, amongst others.
Florence is surrounded by hills and lies in a valley of the Arno River, in the heart of the Tuscany region. NECA offers opportunities for students to explore Florence and its surroundings with off-the-beaten path excursions. These include day trips to Pisa, Siena, and the Chianti region. Florence is centrally located for easy travel in Italy and Europe.
NECA Advantages
The Daemen College/ NECA program offers:
- Three-credit courses (45 contact hours each), are all taught in English
- experiential learning
- interdisciplinary courses
- personal attention from our on-site director
- flexible scheduling
- living options; share and apartment with other students or board with a Florentine family
- and much more
Is It Right For Me?
The variety of courses offered compliment any major: Art, Language, Physical Therapy, History, Environmental Science, Education, Business, Sociology…
Courses can be applied to your majors, a minor, or the core curriculum.
Italian language courses are taught in Italian at the best level for YOU!
“Sounds great, but my major just isn’t flexible enough for Study Abroad!”
We will work with you and your advisor so that even the most fixed curricula can work around a study abroad experience.
Remember you can include core and major coursework as part of your Italy experience.
Several courses are interdisciplinary, and can count for credit in a variety of departments.
Is It Safe?
Daemen has personal contacts with Dr. Francesco Convertini, the on-site, Florentine born director of the NECA program. NECA also has a Welcome-Orientation program.
There are instant internet and phone communications, printed & web site information plus additional insurance for emergencies!
NECA Contacts
Daemen Contact:
Ann Robinson
Director
Global Programs
Office: Canavan Hall
Phone: 716-556-7836
Email: arobinso@deamen.edu
NECA Contact:
Dr. Ing. Francesco Convertini
Director
NECA- Florence, Italy
www.necaflorence.com
Phone: +39 3403567661
Email: fconvert@daemen.edu
Visit Us!
That’s the best way to really get a feel for what Daemen is all about! Daemen is located in suburban Amherst, New York just minutes away from the city of Buffalo. To schedule a weekday individual interview and tour the campus, email us admissions@daemen.edu or call 800.462.7652.