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Pratt Institute School of Continuing and Professional Studies in Partnership with World Strides ISA, a leader in academic tours, offers specialized study trips to locations around the world led by acclaimed Pratt faculty. Experience unique and in-depth learning experiences with peers in a creative and enriching environment. Open to all, the SCPS Study Abroad Program offers participants in select tours, opportunities for exhibitions at the SCPS Gallery.
Urban Sketchers in Barcelona
May 17-24, 2020
See Barcelona by drawing it! Experience the architecture, landscape, people, and culture of the city in a unique tour focused on extended sketching. Guided by a masterful artist and patient teacher, strengthen your ability to observe and render the world around. Sketch sites include : Park Guell, Basilica Maria del Mar, Casa Mila and many more magnificent sites.
Price :$6325
Includes: Single occupancy hotel accommodations, public transportation passes, 7 breakfasts, 2 dinners.
Paris Fragrance Odyssey
May 10-17, 2020
Guided by fragrance expert Francis Hembert, immerse yourself in the magic of perfumery.
Participate in a fragrance discovery workshop, walk in the footsteps of French royalty in Versailles where you will discover the beauty rituals of the kings, enjoy behind-the-scenes VIP tours of prestige brand and trendy perfumery stores and the opportunity to define your olfactive profile and create your own perfume! Enjoy gourmet lunches hosted by top “noses” as well as a gala dinner at The Moulin Rouge, the famous Parisian cabaret.
For further information and to register, please contact : Sdevegh@pratt.edu or visit www.pratt.edu/scps-study-abroad-program.
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