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SOCI 3203 Discovering Florence: Culture and Lifestyle of its Neighborhoods
Studio Art & Fashion Design Program
Florence, Italy
Dates: 6/23/25 - 7/24/25
SOCI 3203 Discovering Florence: Culture and Lifestyle of its Neighborhoods
OVERVIEW
CEA CAPA Partner Institution: Santa Reparata International School of Art
Location: Florence, Italy
Primary Subject Area: Sociology
Instruction in: English
Course Code: PSYC 349 / SOCI 3203
Transcript Source: Partner Institution
Course Details: Level 300
Recommended Semester Credits: 3
Contact Hours: 45
DESCRIPTION
This course aims to give an insight into Florentine society through historical and socio-cultural analysis of its neighborhoods, traditions, problems and daily life with markets, crafts, sports and folkloric events.
Special attention will be given to the analysis of modern social structure and the effects of tourism. Local organizations working in the area to make Florence a welcoming, friendly city that is attentive to new energy resources will also be analyzed.
The final part of the course will show the nightlife of the Medici city with its lights and shadows.
Special attention will be given to the analysis of modern social structure and the effects of tourism. Local organizations working in the area to make Florence a welcoming, friendly city that is attentive to new energy resources will also be analyzed.
The final part of the course will show the nightlife of the Medici city with its lights and shadows.