Psychology Study Abroad Programs in Asia

Travel to the "Land of the Morning Calm." South Korea boasts a temperate climate with distinct seasons, particularly its breathtaking spring and autumn. Enjoy plenty of opportunities to explore and discover the country’s exquisite beauty and rich cultural heritage through our Seoul program. This study abroad program comes with courses that offer interesting insight into the Korean language, religion, philosophy, economics, politics, and business. Attend classes at Yonsei University, located in downtown Seoul – a city of opposites. It features temples, city gates, and palaces amidst theaters, embassies, government offices, shopping centers, and modern buildings. Seoul is also home to numerous IT corporations and is emerging as one of the world’s most 'wired' cities. Such is its contrast to a nation with over 70% deep valleys and rugged mountain ranges in the eastern regions, along with a coastline featuring some of the world’s highest tides and dotted with bays. Korea’s eastern beaches are sandy, while the western side consists mainly of rocky shores and mudflats.

Spend a semester in the vibrant, culturally rich city of Seoul, South Korea, with AIFS Abroad! Earn up to 15 credits through our Korean Studies, Liberal Arts, and Business Program—choosing from a wide range of course options at Sogang University, one of Seoul’s top research universities. Discover the perfect blend of heritage and history in a city that is on the cutting edge of creativity, whether that be art and architecture, cuisine, fashion, or business. Located in the bustling area of Sinchon, right in the heart of Seoul, you'll have easy access to everything the city has to offer, from world-class museums and art galleries to the best fresh food and exciting nightlife. Live in a double en-suite room in the international student residence on campus. You'll enjoy cultural and social activities such as: - Seoul City Tour - Excursion to a traditional Korean Folk Village - Trip to the Korean Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) - Welcome orientation and meal - Guided tours - Museum visits - K-Pop class - Cooking classes - Farewell dinner

Experience the thrill of studying and living in Bangkok, Thailand’s sprawling capital city and a global hub of culture, commerce, and cuisine. Though Bangkok is a major metropolis, this study abroad semester program is the least expensive of all our offerings, thus ensuring students a surprisingly affordable cost of living. Study at Mahidol University International College (MUIC), the English-speaking arm of the esteemed Mahidol University, taking a variety of classes in English along with your Thai peers. Often considered the gateway to Asia, Bangkok is a great jumping-off point to explore further afield, in neighboring countries such as Cambodia, Malaysia, Myanmar, and more. Of course, the incredible Thai street food, unique culture, and varied landscape may have you wanting to stick around the Land of Smiles!

Unlike traditional study abroad or tourism experiences, Semester at Sea offers a unique opportunity for deep, authentic engagement with countries and cultures around the globe. It's more than just the adventure of a lifetime. It's a transformative experience that will give you a global perspective to take on the challenges of tomorrow. Fall 2026: European, African, South American, and Asian Adventure Embark: September 9, IJmuiden, The Netherlands Disembark: Dec 22, Bangkok, Thailand Itinerary: Portugal, Morocco, Brazil, St. Helena, South Africa, Mauritius, Sri Lanka, Vietnam, Hong Kong Spring 2027: Asia, Africa, and Europe Embark: Jan 5, Bangkok, Thailand Disembark: Apr 20, Bremerhaven, Germany Vietnam, Indonesia, Singapore, India, Kenya, South Africa, Ghana, Morocco, Scotland

Your Arts + Sciences program in Seoul lasts a full semester and is designed for students from all academic backgrounds. You will enroll in a combination of CIEE courses, host institution courses, and courses taught online through CIEE's global academic partner, ASU. Enhance your experience with co-curricular and extracurricular activities while immersing yourself in Korean culture. Live and learn in Seoul! Seoul is South Korea’s high-tech capital, celebrated for its rich history, vibrant arts scene, and cutting-edge advancements in science and technology.

At NYU Shanghai, the newest of NYU’s three degree-granting campuses, you’ll take courses that focus on China taught by expert faculty. Professors bring China’s history and unique culture to life through trips to art galleries, local businesses, and film screenings. You can take a Chinese language course and further improve your language skills by being paired with a student who is fluent in Chinese. Visit NYU Shanghai’s website for up-to-date information. NYU Shanghai’s campus is located in a nine-story building in Pudong, the heart of a thriving economic zone and Shanghai’s commercial center. It features classrooms, an expansive library, an auditorium, a colloquium space, dance and music practice rooms, dining facilities, and a fitness center. Opportunities vary based on local restrictions.

CIS Abroad Study and Intern Abroad programs are some of the most affordable, comprehensive program packages available. We also don't cut any corners by offering everything you would expect from an overseas program: tuition, housing, support, insurance, excursions, social and cultural activities, and airport pick-up – all considered the core of our package. Some programs also include all or most meals, extensive off-site orientations/excursions, transportation passes, and more. Whether you want to study for a year, semester, or summer, intern for a month to a year, or take an intensive foreign language course for a couple of weeks, CIS Abroad has the perfect program for you at the best value! "You're Going Places with CIS Abroad!"

IES Abroad offers 140+ programs in more than 35 locations worldwide for undergraduate students. We're a little obsessed with study abroad, and not at all ashamed to admit it. We are a highly-charged force of study abroad enthusiasts. Every day we have the privilege of witnessing how study abroad changes our students' lives. That's the reason we do what we do: to provide once-in-a-lifetime educational adventures. Everything we do is about the IES Abroad student. Our goal is to provide personal support and guidance throughout your application and enrollment process. Whether it's housing or cultural events or field trips, our job is to make sure you have the most authentic study abroad experience possible. Study with us for a summer, semester, or year. No matter the term, our world-class faculty and courses will engage you as you discover new ways of learning both inside and outside the classroom. How will study abroad redefine you? We can't wait to find out.

Launch your global career with Go Abroad China’s Paid Internship Program. Since 2003, we have connected over 4,000 international students and professionals from 50+ countries to high-impact, paid positions across China’s leading economic hubs. Our exclusive network guarantees access to 2,000+ internships at Fortune 500 companies, multinational corporations, and innovative startups across 20+ sectors, including business, finance, marketing, engineering, and IT. No prior Mandarin is required for many English-speaking roles. We provide a complete, stress-free experience with all-inclusive packages covering visa support, accommodation, airport pickup, orientation, and cultural activities. With dedicated career mentoring, 90% of our alumni secure jobs within three months. Choose your own start date for programs from one month to a full year, and let us tailor an internship to match your goals, skills, and budget.

Ashoka is India’s premier Liberal Arts and Sciences University, located in the Delhi NCR capital region. An Ashoka education emphasizes foundational knowledge, rigorous academic research, and hands-on experience. The University provides a world-class interdisciplinary learning led by permanent, internationally renowned faculty. Ashoka University welcomes students from institutions across the globe. Experience their unique academic offerings through a 16-week semester (fall or spring) program. You may also choose to spend a full academic year. The fee for one semester (16 weeks) is USD 9774. Inquire today or visit our website for more information about the Semester Program.

Study at one of Asia's most prestigious and multicultural universities—Korea University—with API! Not only do students have a vast array of subject areas to choose from, but they also have easy access to Seoul just outside the classroom. A perfect blend of modern and traditional, the vibrant capital city offers students unique cultural exposure to grand palaces, delicious street food, and the dynamic K-pop music scene. Come and explore Korea and immerse yourself while gaining a top-tier educational experience! Students in Seoul stay in housing near campus in dorm-style accommodations with double occupancy bedrooms and semi-private bathrooms. Internet is included along with in-building laundry facilities. The availability of single rooms is very limited and may cost an additional fee.

Come face-to-face with complex social structures, diverse religions and geographic regions, and the intersections where tradition and change collide. You will get the chance to engage with organizations working on regenerative solutions to climate change, connect to life in local communities through homestays, experience the spirituality of an Ashram, trek in the Himalayas, kayak through the backwaters, and sample the amazing regional cuisines as you share meals with our amazing partners and soon-to-be new friends. Throughout your journey, the people you meet and the places you stay will teach you about the region's complexities, widen your perspective, and help you gain insights to understand the world's interconnectedness. As you understand how one action impacts another and how the mighty Himalayas affect coastal communities downstream, you can start to explore your purpose and the role you want to play in a globally interconnected world. 2025: CLOSED Spring 2026: February 25 - May 6 Fall 2026: September 24 - December 5

A transformative two-week summer programme for motivated students aged 15-18, built around the art of communication, storytelling, and public speaking. Through a blend of theory and practice, small-group collaboration, and personal coaching, participants learn to shape powerful ideas and deliver them with clarity, confidence, and presence. The experience culminates in each student presenting their own TED-style talk to a live audience, captured on video. Why choose TED Summer School? Great communicators don’t just inform, they inspire action. TED Summer School offers ambitious students a rigorous, high-support environment to master the skills that make ideas resonate: clear structure, compelling narrative, evidence, voice, presence, and visual design. Beyond the talk, participants leave with a toolkit they can use across essays, interviews, leadership roles, and academic or professional pursuits. Locations: London, New York, Singapore

Have the opportunity to study abroad by joining one of our Non-Profit, Low Cost, Direct Study Programs in these top destinations – Japan, South Korea, New Zealand, Australia, Germany, Italy, Ireland, Scotland, England, and France. These are offered throughout the year to university-level students from around the globe, with the option to enroll in a weekly, monthly, summer, quarterly, semester, or academic year term. Stay in low-cost housing on campus or at a nearby apartment or hostel. You can also stay with a host family to experience the local way of life in your host country. You can earn academic credit for completing any of our study abroad programs. Upon completion, you will receive (or request) transcripts, certificates, or letters of attendance. If you need an official transcript sent to your school back home, be sure to request this and provide the exact mailing address. Do you wish to know more? Please feel free to contact us. We look forward to hearing from you!

Your First Year Abroad program in Kyoto lasts 12 weeks and is designed for students from all academic backgrounds. You will enroll in a combination of CIEE courses and courses taught online through CIEE’s global academic partner, Arizona State University (ASU). Enhance your experience with co-curricular and extracurricular activities while immersing yourself in Japanese culture. Live and learn in Kyoto! Kyoto is Japan’s cultural heart, filled with ancient temples, serene gardens, and streets that tell stories from over a thousand years of history. Spend 12 weeks wandering through the iconic Fushimi Inari Shrine, discovering the art and architecture of Kiyomizu-dera, and savoring seasonal delicacies at Nishiki Market. Whether you’re studying business, science, engineering, technology, communications, psychology, health sciences, liberal arts, language, or fine arts, Kyoto is the perfect place to spend a semester abroad.

Are you a student or young professional looking to enhance your career prospects through international work experience and hands-on learning? At Intern Abroad HQ, we help students and young professionals turn career aspirations into reality. We organize affordable internships in 20 destinations across 24 career fields that are tailored to meet each individual’s academic, professional, or personal requirements. With over 200 internship programs across Europe, Asia, Africa, Central America and South America to choose from, and options to intern from 2 weeks to 6 months either full-time or part-time, in-country or virtually, we facilitate career-enhancing experiences that work for you, not just the host organization. Intern Abroad HQ is proudly brought to you by the team behind International Volunteer HQ. We have collectively supported over 120,000 program participants since 2007 and are the only B Corp certified provider in our field.

Learn about human rights policies and issues in Chiang Mai, Thailand, on a 6-week internship or research project. Work directly with ethnic minority groups in the picturesque mountains, study gender equality near lush rice paddies, or advocate with human rights groups in Chiang Mai's red-light district. With a large portion of the Thai population over 60 and a slightly larger male-to-female ratio, Thailand serves as the perfect backdrop to focus on various human rights issues and policies. You will work directly with local communities and disadvantaged groups, such as the elderly, women and children, and ethnic minorities. Participate in an internship or research project on human rights advocacy, gender equality, or rural education.

ABROADER has been working closely with foreign universities from different countries to organize short-term study abroad programs in Vietnam for their students. This doesn't just help internationalize their campuses, but it also creates and nurtures future leaders with cultural understanding and a more global mindset. With a large network of partner institutions and service providers across Vietnam, we are confident to collaborate and provide foreign universities and colleges with rich, customized programs that will inspire their students as well as meet their academic and other institutional goals and needs. Besides the affordability and reliability of our services, ABROADER also boasts “local involvement” as a unique component of any programs that we design. International students will get the chance to learn from our locals, with our locals, and eventually immerse themselves in Vietnamese culture via a homestay with local families, exchange activities with local students, city exploration, landscape excursion, and community services with our well-trained local buddies.

Immerse yourself in a new language, intern abroad, or explore a different part of the world. CET’s gap programs offer the opportunity to join college-level courses overseas or online. Whether you're mastering Chinese in Beijing, volunteering while living with a host family in Siena, or creating art in a studio in Osaka, CET blends academics with real-world experience. Designed around experiential learning, deep cultural engagement, and academic rigor, CET programs turn education into something more than just earning college credit.

The Middlebury School in Japan offers cultural and linguistic immersion through a rigorous curriculum and adherence to the Middlebury Language Pledge. By pledging to speak only the target language abroad, students have the best chance of acquiring fluency and actively engaging in the local environment. In Japan, all participants take language, cultural reflection, community engagement courses, and content courses alongside Japanese students at International Christian University, a non-denominational university known for its superior language instruction. Students will stay in on-campus housing and have plenty of opportunities to interact with Japanese students. Because of the school's suburban location in Japan—in the Mitaka neighborhood, 30 minutes west of Tokyo—its students benefit from the advantages and opportunities of Tokyo while living and studying in a more campus-like environment. The program combines coursework, extracurricular activities, and volunteer and internship work to enable students to "live the language."