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Phone: 207-533-4000;
Toll-free: 800.40.STUDY
Fax: 207-553-5000
Location
Tanzania: Dar Es Salaam
Term
Fall, Spring, Academic Year
Dates
Fall; 18 weeks: early September- late December; Spring 18 weeks: late January-mid-June; Academic Year 36 weeks: early September- mid June
The Arts and Sciences program is designed to enable students to gain an understanding of contemporary Tanzania, to understand Tanzanias role in East Africa, and to explore diverse African perspectives through direct matriculation in University Dar es Salaam courses. These goals are met through coursework, a variety of community engagement opportunities, and field-based activities.
Academic Program
The University of Dar es Salaam (UDSM) has a wide range of traditional offerings similar to undergraduate programs at U.S. colleges and universities. The program provides an opportunity for students from all academic disciplines to live and study in Tanzania, learning firsthand about the country and its people, while continuing to pursue their own academic goals. CIEE students study alongside University of Dar es Salaam undergraduates and become immersed in the cultural and social life of the University and the surrounding community.
Academic Culture
CIEE students are required to take a full program of courses and complete all assignments and written examinations. Teaching methods at the University normally involve a combination of lectures, tutorials, seminars and, in the sciences, laboratory classes. The system is geared toward the serious student who is motivated, self-sufficient, and deeply interested in the subject matter. Courses typically involve three to four contact hours each week, with additional contact hours for classes that include tutorial sessions or laboratories.
The CIEE Arts and Sciences program follows the University of Dar es Salaam's academic calendar with an added week for orientation at the beginning of the semester. The UDSM academic year is similar to the North American calendar, running from September through June with two semesters: the first semester is from September to December and the second from February to June.
Community Engagement and Field studies
There are numerous options for community engagement. These include UDSM-student organizations, such as the UDSM Education Students Association, the Students Sports Council, and the International Students Association. Science courses, particularly those in marine sciences, zoology, and wildlife conservation, often offer students field-based research opportunities. Additional volunteer projects may be arranged through consultation with the CIEE Resident Director and UDSM staff.
Bachelors Degree (Undergraduate)
Please check the CIEE website for current program pricing
The CIEE fees for 2010- 11 include an optional on-site airport meet and greet, tuition, housing, orientation, full-time program leadership and support, cultural activities (such as museum and market visits), local excursions (such as Bongovo Island Marine Reserve), field trips (to national parks), pre-departure advising, and a CIEE iNext travel card which provides insurance and other travel benefits.
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We have several scholarships that students can apply for. Contact CIEE for details.
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