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Aviation in Toulouse

TOULOUSE, FRANCE

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Overview

During aviation industry-focused activities in Toulouse, students will engage in immersive, hands-on learning experiences that blend history, science, and technology. Every CIEE Faculty-Led & Custom program is a unique combination of high-quality academics and co-curricular activities and excursions that offer real-world experiences to enhance classroom learning.  

Destination
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Destination

Toulouse is often referred to as the European capital of aerospace. It is home to Airbus, one of the largest aircraft manufacturers in the world, with its global headquarters and main assembly lines here. Additionally, the city’s proximity to airports, simulation centers, and air traffic facilities provides great opportunities for learning. There's a strong focus on cutting-edge aviation tech, like drones, green aviation, and space systems, which makes the city an ideal location for aviation studying and research.  

Co-Curricular Activities

Co-Curricular Activities

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LECTURES

Aviation in Toulouse program can include the following guest lectures: 

  • Product Development for Modern Aviation
  • Sustainable Aviation
  • Innovations in Aviation Technology 
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SITE VISITS

Here are just a few of the possibilities for co-curricular activities and excursions in Toulouse: 

  • A guided tour of Airbus, led by a professional guide explaining the entire aircraft production process. Students will learn about aerodynamic testing, engineering, logistics and Airbus' future tech.
  • Visit to Aeroscopia Museum, a place of memory and life, retracing the history and missions of aviation: commercial, tourist and leisure, military, scientific and experimental. 
  • Visit to La Cite de L’espace, a scientific discovery center focused on spaceflight. This interactive science center offers a diverse range of exhibits and experiences for the students. 
  • An overnight excursion to Paris and an opportunity to participate in aviation-related activities, such as visiting Air and Space Museum.  
What's Included

What's Included

Every program is tailored to suit the needs of your academic goals – so every program has unique program inclusions and pricing based on your needs. In addition to the programmatic and cultural inclusions above, a standard CIEE custom program includes on-site orientation, 24/7 emergency support, in-country transportation, accommodations, some meals, classroom space, comprehensive insurance coverage and logistical support from our on-site CIEE staff. We also offer marketing templates and other valuable tools to help you get the word out to students. 

Health & Safety

Health, Safety, & Security

CIEE has over seven decades of experience creating engaging and reliable study abroad programs around the world, with an excellent safety record. Each of our sites is regularly assessed using international risk management standards and data to facilitate successful programs. In addition, our custom and faculty-led programs include pre-departure and on-site orientations, iNext travel insurance, the support of trained CIEE staff members on-site, and 24/7 emergency support in-country. Learn more at ciee.org/safety.