THE PREP, FOUNDATION YEAR
The Prep, Foundation Year is a residential, international preparatory year program, offering a unique combination of enriching academic training, cultural and linguistic immersion, and personal development. Located in the heart of Rome, our program welcomes students from all over the world eager to embark on a foundation year to progress and prepare for the next academic or professional steps.
A YEAR TO LEARN AND THINK
Our program includes ambitious and varied courses, such as political science, economics, behavioral science psychology, diplomacy and leadership, ensuring an in-depth understanding of contemporary global issues. At the heart of The Prep, Foundation Year, our commitment is to offer you an unparalleled academic experience, designed to prepare tomorrow's leaders.
Political Science and Diplomacy
EconoMix: navigating among world economical, sociological and management issues
Leadership as an Exploration of Human Potential
Law and Orderly: developing a cross border legal literacy
Trends and Transitions of the 21rst Century
Quantitative tools and analytics
Psychology and Behavioral Sciences
Intellectual Self-Defense : tools for critical thinking, fighting bias, propaganda and fake news
A YEAR TO DEVELOP SKILLS AND KNOW-HOW
The Prep, Foundation Year is an opportunity to develop key skills, useful for both effective higher education and professional development.
Prosperity Principles: from managing personal finance, to accounting, and building a business plan
Data Wizardry & Storytelling: Excel and Powerpoint Mastery
Eloquence and Influence
Breathing for Well Being: Mindfulness and Meditation tools and practice
Marketing for Business and Society
CodeCrafters: Fondations of Digital Creation
Internship Abroad
A key element that sets The Prep, Foundation Year apart is the unique opportunity to participate in a professional internship abroad, carried out in tandem. Each student duo will have the opportunity to work together in one of the cities where the Odyssey Group operates, including Casablanca, Antwerp, Sarajevo, Cairo, Bangkok, Singapore, Ho Chi Minh, Hanoi and Bucharest. The projects on which the students will collaborate will be centered around important themes, with a particular focus on sustainable development goals.
A YEAR TO BECOME A POLYGLOT
An environment where 70% of teaching is in English, with options for improving your current level and learning a new language.
70% of courses taught in English
English refresher seminar
English language class: objective C1
Mandatory second foreign language
TOELF, TOIC, IELTS preparation
A year to decide...
At the heart of The Prep, Foundation Year program lies our deep commitment to helping you define your future path. Our orientation coaching provides a space for reflection and personal discovery for every student. Through individual sessions and group workshops, our experienced coaches guide you through an in-depth exploration of your interests, skills and aspirations. This process is enriched by professional assessment tools and strategic discussions, aimed at clarifying your academic and professional goals. The objective? To equip you with the clarity, confidence and action plan you need to successfully navigate your future. With The Prep, Foundation Year, your journey to a bright future begins with a deep understanding of who you are and where you want to go.
Who is it for?
I'm looking for an experience to open up to the world and improve my English.
I'm looking for experience to build an ambitious project
I'm looking for an experience that gives me time to mature and choose the right track for me.
Student Experience
Enjoy an unforgettable experience in Rome, enriched by a group project on sustainable development goals, an optional study trip, and life in our premium student residence, Villa St Dominique.
An Inner Journey
At The Prep, Foundation Year of St Dominique French International School, we recognize and celebrate the spiritual dimension as a fundamental aspect of human experience and personal development. Rooted in a rich Dominican tradition, our program offers a space where interiority and spirituality take center stage, inviting those who wish to explore and nurture their spiritual lives in a respectful and welcoming setting. Through workshops and group discussions, we offer the tools and support needed to ensure that your year at St. Dominic’s is also an opportunity for spiritual growth, in harmony with your academic and personal aspirations.
Admissions
Ready for the next step? Find out about admission criteria, the application process, and tuition information. Our admissions team is here to guide you every step of the way.
Contact
For more information about The Prep, Foundation Year and to answer any questions you may have, please do not hesitate to contact us via [email], [phone number], or by filling in our online contact form.
