Study Abroad Programs in Phnom Penh, Cambodia

Gold-spired temples. Motorbikes zipping by. Colorful monks collecting alms. Hip coffee shops serving fusion cuisine. Study in Phnom Penh, a unique study abroad destination that doesn’t disappoint. From rickshaw rides through lively, modern streets to devastating sites like the Khmer Rouge “Killing Fields,” study abroad programs in Phnom Penh push students to ask big questions and embrace the paradoxes that are part of life in this city. Take advantage of the opportunity to study in the Cambodian capital!

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2 Phnom Penh, Cambodia Study Abroad Programs

International TEFL and TESOL

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Accredited TEFL/TESOL Courses Online & in Cambodia from $65

Embark on a transformative journey to Cambodia, where ancient temples rise majestically, and the warmth of its people captivates your soul. Take advantage of our Super Sale! Choose from a selection of accredited online TEFL courses, with prices starting from $65. Our 60-hour, 120-hour, 180-hour, and level 5 online TEFL and TESOL courses will prepare you for teaching abroad in a classroom setup and teaching online from the comfort of your own home. Every module has text, videos, quizzes, and your tutor to help you through the course and give you positive feedback. Throughout the course, you will get the opportunity to submit lesson plans to experienced TESOL teachers, gaining valuable feedback from experts who have been teaching abroad for years! Need help to find an English teaching job in any of the above fields? We have contacts all over the world, so we can help set you on your way to the destination of your choice. You can obtain your 120-hour TEFL certificate online through ITT at your own pace, from the comfort of your own home. Start your accredited TEFL/TESOL certification online now – your first step to being an English teacher. Where will you go from there? You decide!

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AVSE-TESOL Cambodia (Australian Government Accredited)

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AVSE-TESOL Government-Accredited Program in Cambodia

It's your time to shine! If you are up for an adventure like you've never experienced before, teaching English in Cambodia is a brilliant choice. And AVSE-TESOL can make it happen! The TESOL/TEFL program at AVSE in Phnom Penh, Cambodia, is accredited by the Australian Government and is internationally recognized. The course involves 150 hours of study over a four-week period and includes a minimum of 20 hours of 'hands-on' teaching practice in a real school environment. By the end of the course, you'll be equipped with the certification, skills, and knowledge needed to pursue a new career path teaching English in Cambodia and elsewhere. Complimentary accommodation in Phnom Penh for the duration of the 4-week course, a guaranteed English teaching job paid at market rates, visa support, and travel insurance guidance are key features of the TESOL/TEFL experience with AVSE.

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A Guide to Studying Abroad in Phnom Penh

Popular Ways to Study in Phnom Penh

Students of everything from agricultural science to Asian studies will find an interesting perspective in Phnom Penh, so let your intellectual curiosity lead the way when choosing study abroad programs in Phnom Penh.

Do-gooders rejoice, because after you study in Phnom Penh, you will actually be the change you want to see in the world. Popular subjects to study range from human rights and conflict studies, to religious studies, and public health. Learn first-hand how the Cambodian population has sought justice and reconciliation in the aftermath of the Khmer Rouge, and apply this experience to modern conflicts worldwide. Explore the 2,000 year old roots of Thearavada Buddhism as you roam the glimmering temples around every corner the city. For aspiring doctors, nurses, and humanitarians, studying public health in Phnom Penh and lending a hand to local organizations will teach you all aspects of health and medicine.

Study abroad programs in Phnom Penh take place year-round, but coincide with the summer, fall, and spring academic terms. It’s safe to say that you’ll always be left wanting more. If you choose to do a short-term summer program (perfect if you have a packed schedule), you’ll wish you had time to spend a full semester roaming around Phnom Penh and SE Asia. This is the one instance where less doesn’t always mean more.

Choosing to direct-enroll at a university, embarking on an adventure through your own home institution, or branching out and go through a separate program when you study in Phnom Penh, is up to you. Identify your goals and needs and find a program and institution that best suits them. Most study abroad programs in Phnom Penh – even at local universities – are conducted in English. Some students elect to study Khmer, but this is not a requirement of most programs in Cambodia. Courses follow a Western-style curriculum and format, infused with local site visits and guest speakers.

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Latest Program Reviews

Inimitable programs- 5 stars, hands down.

October 23, 2013by: J. BetzProgram: Cambodia: Learning Service & Community Building (Summer)

It is ridiculous to think that one could choose one event that alone led to the most learning. The course was an entity built up from thousands of minute segments. Simply labeling one of these moments as "the most influential" is like trying to feel the power of a storm from a single raindrop. The course was profound, sincere, authentic, influenceable, and unforgettable. Health and Safety: Knowledgeable instructors kept our safety a priority.

An authentic discovery of myself and of Cambodia

December 06, 2012by: Grace CawdreyProgram: Cambodia: Learning Service & Community Building (Summer)

Weather you are called by the the vibrant, green rice patties of southeast Asia or the warm plains of west Africa, responsibly traveling the world with Where There be Dragons is an elucidating experience. Dragons courses are intentionally designed to foster a global citizen. My Dragons-Cambodia course revealed a way of life that is very different from my familiar, midwestern comfort zone, but simultaneously impressed upon me that we all share one world. Cambodia is especially beautiful, full of rice, ice coffee, wrinkled smiles, beeping motorbikes, incense, and saffron robes. However, it is also plagued with political vice, human rights violations, limited access to education, and a cruel past. The spirit of Cambodia is infectious--full of determination, kindness, and potential. What I learned in and about Cambodia has translated into all aspects of my approach to life.