February 9, 2025

Study Abroad Programs: Regional Studies

Regional studies programs offer students the opportunity to delve deeply into the culture, history, and politics of a particular region. These programs typically focus on a specific geographic area, such as Latin America, the Middle East, or Asia, and explore the region's literature, art, religion, and social customs. Students in these programs may also study the region's political and economic systems, as well as its environmental challenges and sustainability efforts.

In addition to coursework, many regional studies programs offer immersive experiences such as study abroad or field research opportunities. These experiences allow students to engage directly with the people and places they are studying, gaining a deeper understanding of the region and its complexities. Students may also have the opportunity to study the region's language, enhancing their ability to communicate with locals and gain a more nuanced understanding of the culture. With a variety of program options available, students interested in regional studies can find a program that aligns with their interests and goals, providing a unique and enriching educational experience.

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Study Abroad Reviews for AIFS: Madrid - Universidad Nebrija
AIFS: Madrid - Universidad Nebrija

Spend a semester, academic year or summer studying abroad in Madrid, Spain with AIFS! Earn up to 18 credits depending on program selection from Universidad Nebrija. Intern...

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Study Abroad Reviews for Academic Programs Abroad (APA): Dakar - Summer Program
Academic Programs Abroad (APA): Dakar - Summer Program

Discover the heart of Francophone West Africa with APA's six week summer program in Dakar, Senegal. Students take two classes, all taught in French, from the following: Cr...

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Study Abroad Reviews for Academic Programs Abroad (APA): Multi-Country: France, Morocco, Senegal
Academic Programs Abroad (APA): Multi-Country: France, Morocco, Senegal
Dakar, Senegal: Paris, France: Rabat, Morocco plus 1 other location

Available for study abroad/gap year/leave of absence:Learn, analyze, and compare three vibrant Francophone cities: Paris, France; Rabat, Morocco; and Dakar, Senegal up clo...

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Study Abroad Reviews for Academic Programs Abroad (APA): Rabat - North Africa & France Comparative Studies
Academic Programs Abroad (APA): Rabat - North Africa & France Comparative Studies

Over six weeks of summer study, dive into the histories of North Africa and France: these two areas, despite their distance, are woven together over centuries of coloniali...

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Study Abroad Reviews for Academic Programs Abroad (APA): Rabat - Intensive Arabic
Academic Programs Abroad (APA): Rabat - Intensive Arabic

Study the Arabic language and discover the beauty of Morocco during APA's six-week Intensive Arabic summer program. Hosted in the capital city of Rabat, students challenge...

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Study Abroad Reviews for Academic Programs Abroad (APA): Rabat - The Contemporary Maghreb
Academic Programs Abroad (APA): Rabat - The Contemporary Maghreb

From Rabat, Morocco, discuss, learn, and analyze the Maghreb region of North Africa. Go beyond the surface of regional studies to understand how this diverse region operat...

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Study Abroad Reviews for Academic Programs Abroad (APA): Paris: August Short-Term
Academic Programs Abroad (APA): Paris: August Short-Term

Uncover the brilliant cultural heritage that Paris is known for during this three-week August short-term program. Choose to learn more about art and architecture of the 19...

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Study Abroad Reviews for IBERO Summer School: Latin America in Times of War - Trade and Diplomatic Relations in the Light of the Ukraine Conflict
IBERO Summer School: Latin America in Times of War - Trade and Diplomatic Relations in the Light of the Ukraine Conflict

Course Topic: TRADE AND DIPLOMATIC RELATIONS OF MEXICO IN TIMES OF WAR (link course outline)May 29th - June 16th, 2023 (3 weeks); optional extension for 2 additional weeks...

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Study Abroad Reviews for IPSL: Greece – Mediterranean Diet & Lifestyle
IPSL: Greece – Mediterranean Diet & Lifestyle

While each Greek meal is fresh and inviting, it is also a trip back through Greece's history.Μην το χάσετε (don't miss out) September 2024 program added!Experience sustain...

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