Description

This unique, 16-semester credit field study program allows students to expand their creative facilities in the visual and performing arts while developing cross-cultural understanding, critical thinking, and a foundation for better understanding of both American and Malian culture. Using art as a cross-cultural tool and a means of self-expression, students become familiar with contemporary Malian life, which is influenced by: ongoing traditions since the 12th century, Islam, the fading but ever close legacy of colonialism, the persistent reality of contemporary neo-colonialism, and the complexity of globalization.

The heart of the program is the three-week apprenticeship where students will have the unique opportunity to apprentice with an artist, artisan, musician or dancer in accordance with their own particular goals and interests. The apprenticeship is followed by a three-week independent project where students apply what they have learned during their apprenticeship to their own work. The group comes back together for the final week of presentations and group reflection.

The program consists of four courses:
1. Traditional and Modern Perspectives on Malian Culture
2. Aesthetic Traditions of Mali
3. Apprenticeship/Arts Practicum
4. French Language Intensive (Beginning, Intermediate, or Advanced) OR Bamanankan Language Intensive (Beginning) (no prior language experience is necessary)

Highlights

- 16 semester credits
- Individualized, three-week internship with a master artist in your field
- Three-week independent project
- Explore Malian culture and artistry in-depth while travelling to diverse locations throughout the country.

Degree Level

Bachelors Degree (Undergraduate)

Subject Areas

Cost in US$:

The fees for the Fall program are as follows: Tuition: 627 USD/credit hour; Total Tuition: 10,033 USD (16 semester credits); Transportation Internationally from JFK to Mali and Transportation in Mali: 2,600 USD; Room and Board: 3,294 USD

Program Fees Include:

- Tuition
- Housing
- Meals
- Round-trip airfare
- Insurance
- Administrative services of Antioch Education Abroad
- Excursions
- Orientation

Experience Required

yes

The program is open to students who have completed one year of academic study in good standing. They should be mature, self-disciplined, and able to adapt to new situations. A minimum of one course in the visual or performing arts is required.

Typical Living Arrangements

• Group living
• Home-stays

Participants Travel

in Groups

Typically Participants Work

Independently or in Groups of 7-10

Scholarships are Available

Scholarship and grant resources are on the AEA website. Additionally, many students have been able to apply financial aid from their home institutions to the Mali program.

Application Process Involves

• Essay
• Letters of Reference
• Other
• Transcript
• Written Application

Typically The Application Process Time is

1-2 weeks

Antioch Education Abroad - Antioch University's Mission Statement

Since the 1950s, Antioch Education Abroad has been a pioneer in global education, offering courses that integrate resourceful academic content with cultural immersion. From Buddhist Studies in India to Arts and Culture in Mali to Brazilian Ecosystems, we develop and offer unique study abroad programs in Africa, Asia, South America, and Europe. Exploring their academic fields in diverse locations worldwide, students are taught, mentored, and led by on-site and AEA faculty who are experts in their respective fields.

Year Founded

AEA was established in 1956.