Art and Architecture in Florence
Conducted in English
This course explores the principal architects, monuments, and themes of fifteenth and sixteenth century Italian architecture. Emphasis will be placed on Renaissance architecture in Florence, but the course will also consider architectural developments in other major Italian cities. Most lessons will include a lecture in class and an on-site visit in Florence. Topics in focus will include: architectural theory, the relation between architecture, painting and sculpture, patronage, urban planning and church and palace design. Attention will be given to specific artists: Filippo Brunelleschi, Leon Battista Alberti, Lorenzo Ghiberti, Masaccio, Michelozzo, Donatello, Bernardo Buontalenti, Giorgio Vasari, Sandro Botticelli, Bramante, Michelangelo, and Palladio. Travel during class time is strictly prohibited.
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Location: Rome and Florence, Italy
NY departure and return dates: June 15 - July 13
Arrive in ROME the morning of June 16th
Course: 4 credits, ARTH
Faculty: Florence University of the Arts
Housing: Shared housing in apartments
Cost (includes all expenses below except airfare): $3500
CUNY tuition (for in-state, matriculated undergraduates): $920
QC program fee: $400
Travel insurance: $37
Consolidated fee (includes Tuition differential, Housing, Student and Lab Fees): $2143
Total cost with airfare: $4500
Airfare: $1000 (estimate)
Additional Costs:
Minimum budget for meals and personal expenses of $20 to $25 per day (approximately $600)
Application Deadline: April 8, 2013
Programs are open to all undergraduate students from all CUNY campuses (unless restricted by level of study, language fluency, or other program criteria). Travel on Fridays and some Saturdays for some programs.
Education Abroad Office
Kiely Hall, Room 183
Queens College, CUNY
65-30 Kissena Blvd.
Flushing, New York 11367-1597
718-997-5050
718-997-5055 (FAX)
Email: Education Abroad
