Programdetaljer
| Program | Start | Slut | Pris | Ålder vid ankomst |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Skolprogram, avresa höst (juli-sep) | 1 sep 2010 | 29 jul 2011 | 65,000 kr | 15 år, 5 mån - 17 år, 8 mån |
STUDYING IN VENEZUELA
Venezuela’s varied terrain encompasses Caribbean beaches, tropical rainforests, perennially snow-capped mountains, parched deserts and fertile farmland. Even so, 83% of Venezuelans live in northern cities, making their country the most urbanized nation in Latin America. Because oil production is Venezuela’s chief industry, urbanization intensified during the 1970s when international petroleum prices quadrupled. The surging export income, however, failed to benefit all Venezuelans, which has led to political and social tensions. Nonetheless, most Venezuelans are laid-back, friendly, young (half the population is under 18) and unpretentious. In fact, they use “tú” (Spanish for “you” in the familial and intimate sense) more freely than Spanish-speakers anywhere else, who usually opt for the more formal “usted.” They also love to dance; even toddlers try salsa and meringue. And although Venezuela starts its workday an hour or two earlier than most other nations, unhurried workers often take extended lunch hours, sometimes returning home. In Caracas and other cities, this creates four traffic-clogged rush hours every workday.
School
The Venezuelan school system is based on 11 years of formal education: nine years of elementary school (compulsory) and two of secondary school.
LIVING IN VENEZUELA
Lifestyle and Family Living
Venezuelans are generally very affectionate and expressive, and their families are close-knit. In a typical Venezuelan family, the wife usually has a job, supervises the children and manages the household while the husband is involved with work outside the home. Children are expected to help with the household chores, to make their beds in the morning before leaving the house and to keep their bedrooms tidy.
Dress and Appearance
Venezuelan teenagers dress casually. In general, it is wise to bring light clothing, T-shirts, jeans and a couple of nice outfits for special occasions. If you are in touch with your host family before your leave, you can ask them for clothing suggestions.
