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Agroecology and Entrepreneurship - Coffee, Cacao & Cannabis
This six-week experiential learning course focuses on agroecology and entrepreneurship, particularly the study of coffee, chocolate, and cannabis production. It includes intensive classroom learning, field studies, and a four-week internship or research project. Participants explore cultural and ecological practices, visiting farms, cafes, and production sites. Weeks 1 – 2: Intensive classroom st...
This six-week experiential learning course focuses on agroecology and entrepreneurship, particularly the study of coffee, chocolate, and cannabis production. It includes intensive classroom learning, field studies, and a four-week internship or research project. Participants explore cultural and ecological practices, visiting farms, cafes, and production sites. Weeks 1 – 2: Intensive classroom study and seminars on the theory and practice of agroecology and entrepreneurship as applied to coffee, cacao, and cannabis production. This will include field studies, workshops, guest speakers, and more. Students will also take basic Thai classes to communicate in everyday life. Weeks 3-6: Students will then be placed in a 4-week internship or independent research project focused on their preferr...
Program Highlights
Complete an independent research project on your chosen topic.
Follow the coffee production process from bean to cup.
Visit cannabis farms and processing facilities.
Visit cacao farms and an award-winning artisanal chocolate company.
Connect with locals during your internship and feel the welcome and hospitality of our wonderful Thai community partners.
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- Chiang Mai, Thailand
- Summer
- 1-3 Months
- Short Term
- Agriculture
- Anthropology
- Business
- Development
- Ecology
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- All Nationalities
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A Life Changing Experience!
by: Channing Barker - United StatesProgram: Agroecology and Entrepreneurship - Coffee, Cacao & CannabisMy time at ISDSI was one of the most unique experiences I have ever had. Throughout my time in Thailand, I was given ample support and knowledge to be independent and respectful in a foreign country. As a college student and young adult, the encouragement we were given to be independent and experience all that the culture had to offer allowed me to not only grow as a student, but as a person as well. I was pushed outside of my comfort zone, which allowed me to make new friends, go new places, and try new things. I was able to experientially learn new skills and be immersed in a culture foreign to my own and now very special to me. It was truly one of the best experiences I have ever had.

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Locations
- Chiang Mai, Thailand
Types and Subjects
- Subjects & Courses
- Agriculture
- Anthropology
- Biology
Availability
Years Offered: 2025, 2026, 2027, 2028
- Summer
- 1-3 Months
- Short Term
Age Requirement
Age Requirement Varies
Guidelines
- All Nationalities
Cost per week
Program Cost Includes
- Tuition & Fees
- Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
- All Program Activity Costs
- Wifi Costs
Accommodation Options
- Apartment/Flat
- Guest House
- Home-stays
Qualifications & Experience
- English
Language Skills Required
- University Freshman (1st Year)
- University Sophomore (2nd Year)
Accepted Education Levels
Application Procedures
- Letters of Reference
- Transcript
- Online Application
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