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International Medical Aid (IMA)
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IMA offers an opportunity to enhance your medical and healthcare ...
See All 3 ProgramsArcos Learning Abroad
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Study abroad in the charming colonial city of Oaxaca, Mexico, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Oaxaca’s extensive colonial architecture and deeply-rooted indigenous cultures make it a unique and fascinating destination. Spanish classes are offered for all levels and students can choose from a variety of electives and specialized programs in healthcare and the arts. Oaxaca is nestled in a valley in the highlands of central Oaxaca state surrounded by the Sierra Norte mountains. Within easy access to the city, you will find some of Mexico’s best-preserved archaeological sites. Oaxaca is a vibrant city for the arts and possesses a world-famous food culture with cutting-edge restaurants. The Arcos Learning Abroad program provides an all-inclusive study abroad experience with cultural activities on the weekdays, excursions on the weekends, on-site directors, carefully vetted homestays, tuition, and much more. Arcos invites you to step through the arch and into a life-changing experience abroad. Immerse yourself in the timeless culture and rich history of Oaxaca. Mexico awaits!
University Studies Abroad Consortium
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Spend one or two semesters in the “Sunshine State” of Australia, where a year has an average of 300 sunny days! The Gold Coast and Brisbane program is an ideal study abroad experience if you love the outdoors. Based along the country’s east coast, this program lets you explore beaches, a coral reef system, rainforests, and scenic highways. The host institution is Griffith University, where you take courses in various disciplines including Visual Media, Multimedia Telecommunications, Biomolecular Science, Banking and Finance, and International Relations. Australian semesters are different from the American academic calendar. The first semester runs from February to June and the second semester runs from July to November. You can attend any Griffith University campus: on the Gold Coast and several in the Brisbane area - Mt. Gravatt, Nathan, and Southbank. Each campus is unique and offers a wide range of course options, as well as academic and personal support. You can also participate in student activities and clubs.
See All 4 ProgramsAIFS Abroad
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Spend a semester or academic year in the modern and cosmopolitan city of Barcelona, Spain, with AIFS Abroad! You’ll earn up to 15 credits per semester studying at the Universitat Pompeu Fabra (UPF). Courses are taught in English or Spanish, with no previous Spanish language study required. There are many ways to make an impact within Barcelona’s local community. Once you’re abroad, volunteer opportunities will be available through local NGOs to provide services to people in need within the local community. Live in a Spanish homestay or, for an additional fee, in an apartment or student residence. Homestay students receive breakfast and dinner Monday through Friday from the family. Apartment and residence students have access to a shared kitchen. Cultural and social activities include guided tours of Barcelona and its famous landmarks and attractions, cooking classes, Flamenco performances, and tapas evenings with Spanish students. 3-day excursions to the Pyrenees (fall only) and Tarragona and Southern Catalonia (spring only) are included in the program fee, as well as day trips to Gerona and Besalú, Figueras and the Salvador Dalí Museum, and Montserrat and Sitges.
See All 11 ProgramsStudyAbroad.com
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Experience the energy and excitement of New York City while studying at Monroe University! Renowned for its cutting-edge programs and focus on hands-on learning, Monroe offers a wide range of courses in business, arts, technology, and more. Small class sizes and experienced faculty ensure that students receive personalized attention and a world-class education. This program is perfect for students eager to challenge themselves academically and culturally. Whether you’re pursuing transferable credits or expanding your global network, you’ll leave with valuable skills and unforgettable memories. Located in the bustling heart of New York City, Monroe University offers an unbeatable location for students. Immerse yourself in the vibrant energy of NYC, with its endless cultural attractions, world-famous landmarks, and diverse neighborhoods. From exploring the art at the MET to strolling through Central Park or experiencing the buzz of Times Square, every day in New York is an adventure waiting to happen!
See All 6 ProgramsWorldStrides
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Lima, the capital of Peru, is located on the west coast of the southern Pacific Ocean, along the outlet of the Rímac River. The city is full of fascinating contrasts between traditional and modern influences. Its traditional influences evolved from Peru's history as the home of the Inca and numerous other civilized cultures, dating back as far as 2000 BC. Indigenous cultural traditions and languages still thrive today in Peru. Lima is known for its delectable gastronomy, interesting museums, colonial churches, vibrant cafe scene, striking architecture, and genuinely friendly people.
See All 5 ProgramsSemester at Sea
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Make the world YOUR campus and set sail on our floating university! Semester at Sea is a global journey that brings students face-to-face with the diversity of our world's cultures and perspectives. Students have an opportunity for cultural engagement in as many as 11 cities worldwide while earning academic credits from Colorado State University. 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
CIEE College Study Abroad
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Get to know Berlin on your terms by customizing your study abroad experience through the Open Campus Block program. Take one, two, or three six-week blocks and choose courses from various subject areas. Learn from expert instructors who have made Berlin their home and are eager to share exciting connections between your course material and the people, sites, and organizations that make Berlin unique. CIEE Berlin is in the heart of the international Kreuzberg district, a hub for the arts, music, and digital technology. No matter how you build your program, you'll surround yourself with the language, culture, and people of Germany's vibrant and historic capital city.
See All 114 ProgramsNew York University
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Students at NYU London choose from courses across a wide range of offerings—from business and science to art history and urban design. Pre-health students can take the science courses needed to stay on track with their majors. NYU faculty organize class trips to historic locations around London, incorporating the city's sights and sounds into their courses. NYU London students live and learn near the British Museum in Bloomsbury, a tree-lined central neighborhood with a long literary history. The academic center consists of three beautifully restored 18th-century townhouses on one of the best-preserved Georgian squares in London. It contains offices, classrooms, computer labs, and a lounge. Throughout the semester, NYU staff plan cultural outings within London, as well as to destinations such as Cambridge, Oxford, Stonehenge, and the city of Bath. Opportunities vary based on local restrictions. Visit the NYU London website for up-to-date information.
See All 4 ProgramsIFSA, Institute for Study Abroad
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ACADEMIC RIGOR AND BIG-CITY PERKS As a Trinity student, you can find many small classes, enjoy a high faculty-to-student ratio, and find unique electives like Creativity and Technology, Energy in the 21st Century, and the Psychology of the Climate Crisis, all of which feature research by Trinity academics. Get ready for class in the Old Library, surrounded by 7 million volumes, including the famous Book of Kells, circa 800. Learn your way around the 47-acre campus with support from Trinity’s peer mentoring program. Need time out? In the heart of the city, it’s easy to dig into 1,000 years of history. The Trinity campus sits among top Dublin landmarks like the National Gallery of Ireland, the National Library, St. Stephen’s Green, and the statue of Molly Malone of the famous Irish ballad. The city also offers first-rate museums, theater, music, galleries, and festivals. To help you get to know more of Ireland, your program includes IFSA excursions (no extra fees), like exploring the stunning West Coast and Kilkenny, a medieval city where you can get your fill of artisan foods and try your hand at the Gaelic sport, hurling.
See All 16 ProgramsMAXIMO NIVEL
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Live and study in Costa Rica, Guatemala, and Peru. Maximo Nivel offers the most intensive and professional Spanish immersion program in Latin America. Our Native Spanish Program emphasizes oral communication and integrated skills development to truly help build your Spanish language proficiency - this is a great immersion experience! Our native-speaking Spanish teachers are highly qualified professional instructors with years of experience. Our Tandem Conversation program pairs Spanish program participants with our local English students for free conversation practice.
See All 2 ProgramsExpanish
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Spend Your Summer in Buenos Aires: Psychology, Health & Culture Program | Summer 2026 Location: Buenos Aires, Argentina Dates: June 5 – July 18, 2026 Credits: Earn 6 U.S. semester credits Cost: $6,845 - $7,995 Spend six unforgettable weeks in Buenos Aires exploring psychology, public health, and culture through interactive coursework and local immersion. Choose two courses (taught in English) that connect directly with your academic path while experiencing one of Latin America’s most vibrant cities. Course options include: Multicultural Psychology Public Health and Social Inequality in Latin America Argentina Life and Culture Optional non-credit evening Spanish classes are available to help you build confidence and language skills. Cultural experiences include: Guided City Tour Tango Dance Class Empanada Cooking Workshop Day Trip to an Estancia Earn academic credit and explore local life through weekly activities, housing, airport pickup, and full on-site support. Apply by May 1, 2026, and make Buenos Aires your summer classroom.
CIS Abroad
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Spanish for Health Professionals in Costa Rica is designed for students preparing to enter any healthcare field who would benefit from Spanish proficiency. This program offers a health course taught in English and a Spanish-language course focused on health-related vocabulary. You’ll be based in the vibrant capital of San José at Universidad Veritas. When you aren’t studying, you can explore nearby volcanoes, zip line over the rainforest, hit the beach, and sip some of the best coffee in the world with classmates at a local café!
See All 3 ProgramsIES Abroad
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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.
See All 11 ProgramsSIT Study Abroad
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Examine urban epidemiology and the challenges and inequities in public health policy in Buenos Aires, Mendoza, and Misiones. Explore how Argentina’s healthcare system is organized by interacting with professionals, experts, and the national Ministry of Health. Learn Spanish language skills related to public health issues, and practice through daily interactions with lecturers, healthcare practitioners, and host families. MONEY MATTERS SIT has given an average of over $1.3 million in scholarships and grants to SIT Study Abroad students in recent years and is committed to ensuring you have the information necessary to apply for such funding. Our program costs include academics, excursions, accommodations, airport transfers, and health insurance. Meal arrangements vary by program. Be sure to discuss how study abroad costs are handled at your school with your study abroad advisor and read the website for more specific information.
See All 18 ProgramsAmerican University of Beirut
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The American University of Beirut has long been admired for the strength and breadth of its academic programs and its commitment to a broad-based liberal arts education. All entering undergraduate students are required to complete a number of general education courses that provide them with the opportunity to explore many different disciplines. The University's Faculties of Agricultural and Food Sciences, Arts and Sciences, Engineering and Architecture, Health Sciences, Medicine (which includes the Rafic Hariri School of Nursing), and the Suliman S. Olayan School of Business offer more than 120 undergraduate and graduate programs. In addition, AUB also offers a select number of PhD programs in Arab and Middle Eastern History, Arabic language and literature, cell and molecular biology, theoretical physics, civil engineering, mechanical engineering, electrical and computer engineering, and environmental and water resources engineering.
University of Westminster, London
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The University of Westminster is a diverse and dynamic university located in the heart of London, England. Offering a vibrant learning environment and a commitment to education for professional life, one of our core aims since our foundation as the Royal Polytechnic in 1838. We offer a wide range of bachelor's and master's courses, ranging from Business Management and International Relations to Conflict Resolution and Museum Studies. The university has very strong links with industry and professional organizations in London and across the United Kingdom, making sure courses are professionally relevant and offering students extensive placement and internship opportunities in leading businesses in their chosen sectors. Complete a Bachelor's degree in 3 years (or 4 years with a work placement or Study Abroad Year) or a Master's degree in 1 year.
Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
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This is a unique, tailor-made learning and living experience integrated with the academic quality of the Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona. Our customized programs are for institutions and agencies that want to provide groups of international students with an educational experience at a university of international excellence. Participants study on the main campus just outside the city or at a campus in central Barcelona. Individual programs are tailored by selecting from more than 100 elective subjects in English or Spanish across areas like Business, Communication, Medicine and Nursing, Law, Arts and Humanities, and Spanish and Catalan Language. Guarantee maximum flexibility! Programs are available all year round, with flexible timetables and no minimum duration. Students can add accommodation, meals, transport, cultural visits, and leisure activities.
Deakin University
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When you’re seeking continuity and flexibility in your studies amid the pandemic, Deakin University offers the perfect solution. Study online at our Cloud Campus, an advanced platform that gives you access to classes, resources, and live-streamed seminars. While attending lessons online, you’ll also participate in discussions, chat with other students and staff, and submit assignments. Where, when, and how you study is up to you. Choose from more than 200 courses designed for interactive learning on our premium online platform. Study at your own pace as well as collaborate and interact with your peers. You also have the option to complete your studies by sitting an exam at the closest or most convenient location. Check out over 100 exam locations. Interested in Deakin’s Cloud Campus? Get a taste for online study by joining a free online course today! Please feel free to contact us for information about short courses as well as our online study program.
Forum-Nexus Study Abroad
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Experience an unforgettable summer taking classes and traveling through Europe! The Ultimate Summer in Europe program is a multi-city summer study abroad program that visits some of Europe's top cities. Classes are taught by an international team of professors who travel with you. In the evenings and on weekends, enjoy free time to explore and sightsee on your own. Make friends from around the world while gaining valuable professional and academic experience. This is Forum-Nexus! Ultimate Summer in Europe: 5 Countries, 8 Cities in 1 Month Program itinerary: Barcelona, Rome, Amsterdam, Milan, Paris, Lugano, Verona, Riva del Garda Program dates: June 28 - July 25, 2026 Shorter sessions are also available. Don't miss our early bird discount! Visit our website for more details, including how to apply for free.
A Guide to Studying Public Health Abroad
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Understand the benefits
Taking the plunge to study public health abroad is packed with perks that go beyond the classroom. These are just a few perks you can expect:
- Real-world insight. Exposure to a different health system provides deeper insights than textbooks alone.
- Cultural competence. Studying in a different environment than where you're comfortable improves your ability to communicate and work effectively with people from various backgrounds.
- Employability. When future employers see that you’ve studied in a different country from where you live, it instantly gives you an edge over others.
Things to know
Preparing to study public health abroad? Here are some key points to keep in mind to ensure a smooth and successful experience:
- Language preparation - Try learning the local language to ease your way through daily life, including finding your way around.
- Health and safety - Healthcare abroad can be different. Research the healthcare system and ensure you have insurance coverage for the duration of your stay.
- Cultural sensitivity - Respect the local practices, particularly those related to health and community interactions.
- Academic credits - Speak with your academic advisor to confirm those study abroad courses will apply towards your degree requirements.
- Cost of living - Look into the cost of living at your destination and utilize resources like GoAbroad's travel tips to become a budgeting pro.
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Frequently Asked Questions
You can study public health abroad in countries like the UK, South Africa, Thailand, and Australia. These destinations offer diverse health systems, hands-on fieldwork, and global health courses designed to address regional and international challenges.
Qualifications vary but typically include current enrollment in a health-related degree, a strong academic record, and interest in global health issues. Some programs welcome undergraduates, while others seek graduate students or professionals.
Top programs combine classroom learning with real-world experience. Look for ones focused on infectious disease control, environmental health, or health policy in regions facing dynamic public health challenges.
Costs range widely depending on the destination, duration, and program inclusions like housing, fieldwork, and insurance. But worry not, as scholarships and grants are often available to help offset expenses.
Studying abroad in public health offers global insight, practical field experience, and cultural exchange. However, challenges include adjusting to new health systems, higher travel costs, and navigating language or cultural barriers.
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