Description

Offered through UC Irvine Summer Session Travel-Study in partnership with The Universidad Andres Bello (UNAB). Founded in 1988, UNAB is one of the most respected and esteemed private universities in Chile.
*Coursework is taught in English

Earn upper-division UCI units in Biological Sciences and learn about the Chilean healthcare system while abroad in South America! While classes are taught in English, you'll be introduced to speaking Spanish throughout your stay. As the second most native language spoken in the world, communicating in Spanish is a powerful tool in healthcare positions throughout the world.

Highlights

This Travel-Study Program includes at least two field trips per week - from museums to other points of interest. When you're not with faculty or expert guides, hang out with your Program Assistants (UNAB students or recent grads). These locals are looking forward to showing off their hometown!

Included Trips and Excursions:
* Four-day, three-night trip to Buenos Aires, Argentina (visa entry fee required). Experience Argentina's capital, one of the most vibrant and exciting cities in South America. Flight to and from Santiago, Chile to Buenos Aires, Argentina, is included, as well as three-nights lodging at a 3-star hotel (breakfast included), city tour, tango show, and special group dinner
* City tour of Santiago: the highlights of your new city!
* Visit one of Chile's oldest wineries for an exclusive tour and tasting
* A special trip to Isla Negra to explore the former residence of Chilean poet, Pablo Neruda
* Discover the town of Pomaire, famous for its traditional pottery
* And you'll enjoy this included (visa entry fee required) adventure to... Buenos Aires, Argentina (4 days, 3 nights)

Degree Level

Bachelors Degree (Undergraduate)

Subject Areas

• Biology (general)

Cost in US$:

USD5750-6200 UC undergrad estimated fee; USD6300-USD6800 estimated fee for all others

Program Fees Include:

Program includes course fees for two 4.0 quarter unit classes, accommodations, daily breakfast and lunch, excursions to Isla Negra and Buenos Aires.

Travel.
* Four-day, three-night trip to Buenos Aires, Argentina (transportation, lodging, and some meals)
* City tour of Santiago
* Visit one of Chile's oldest wineries
* Special trip to Isla Negra
* Discover the town of Pomaire

Study.
* All students enroll in General Microbiology and Experimental Microbiology Lab (8.0 quarter units)

Live.
* Modern apartment-style hotel in the Providencia district of Santiago
* Shared rooms with private bathroom
* Breakfast included at the hotel
* Lunch included (main course, salad, desert, and beverage) during the week

Experience Required

no

This Program is open to

Worldwide and American Participants.

Typical Living Arrangements

• Group living

Typically Participants Work

in Groups

Application Process Involves

• Written Application

Typically The Application Process Time is

5 to 15 minutes

University of California, Irvine's Mission Statement

Summer Session at UC Irvine provides administration of university-level undergraduate courses during two 5-week sessions and one 10-week session beginning in late June. Through open enrollment, we serve current UC Irvine students, visiting UC and other U.S. college students, international students, professionals and community members, and high school students who have completed their junior year. Summer Session makes it possible for students to make progress toward their degrees all year round, often making the difference for students who want to graduate on time. We offer an extensive selection of courses and students can choose from breadth requirements, coursework required for their major, or take courses to complete a minor. We act as an integral part of the Continuing Education branch of the university, supporting new program development and initiatives that serve the broad levels of the University.

Year Founded

1965