The University of Minnesota - Learning Abroad Center

Aotearoa: The Maori People & Their Land New Zealand

Study abroad in New Zealand through the University of Minnesota. The Maori people of New Zealand, like indigenous peoples around the world, respect... Read more

Study Abroad in Montpellier France

In this young, vibrant city with a centuries-old history of intellectual advances and social tolerance, you can choose to study at the beginning, inte... Read more

Study Abroad in Venezuela Venezuela

Venezuela is a country of astonishing beauty and variety, from Caribbean beaches to steamy jungles to snow capped mountains. Nestled in an Andean vall... Read more

Study/Internship: International Program in Toledo, Spain Spain

Live and study in the walled city of Toledo, home for more than 2,000 years to a succession of Roman, Jewish, Visigoth, Moorish, and Christian civiliz... Read more

Minnesota Studies in International Development - Study/Intern in India India

India, the world's largest democracy, is home to more than one out of every six human beings alive today. Cradle of one of the oldest and most influen... Read more

Study Abroad in Venezuela Venezuela

Enjoy individualized academic attention while spending a semester surrounded by the peaks of the Andes. Explore a cloud forest, live with a welcoming ... Read more

Language and Culture in Buenos Aires Argentina

Explore the urban landscape of Buenos Aires, a city of 13 million Porteños. Specialized coursework will expand your familiarity with Argentina beyond... Read more

Great Minds of the Renaissance Italy

- Coursework Learn how famous sculptors, artists, and painters used mathematics to depict history and religion during the Renaissance period. Walk ... Read more

Environmental Issues in New Zealand New Zealand

* Coursework Through lectures, readings, museums, and field tours students learn about New Zealand's environmental issues and habitat and species c... Read more

The Mayan Riviera: Its Land. Its People Mexico

Students will discuss and reflect on issues raised by the readings, through site visits to several archaeological sites and natural parks, and by l... Read more

Leadership and Social Change in Ireland Ireland

* Coursework Through lectures, readings, and various excursions students will explore leadership from the individual, group, and community perspect... Read more

Traveling Authors in Southwest France France

* Excursions Excursions will take place in the heart of Montpellier and in the surrounding areas and may include the fort and former prison of Aigues... Read more

Study Abroad in Mexico Mexico

* Coursework Two tracks are offered on this program: -Service-Learning in Mexico Track (fall or spring semester) Strengthen your language skill... Read more

Study Abroad in Rome Italy

* Coursework This program is designed for students with little or no previous study of the Italian language. * Excursions There are two one-day... Read more

Arabic Language and Culture in Morocco Morocco

Explore madrasas, fondouks, palaces and 13th century ruins. Take intensive Modern Standard Arabic and fascinating cultural courses. Live with warm and... Read more

Exploring the Cultural Landscape of Argentina Argentina

Excursions will assist in illuminating the program coursework and will take place in Buenos Aires, Argentina and surrounding areas. Excursions may inc... Read more

Acting Irish: The Creation of Irish Identity Through Drama, Performance and Film Ireland

Excursions will assist in illuminating the program coursework and will take place in Dublin, Ireland and surrounding areas. Excursions may include: ... Read more

South Africa: Tracing the Footsteps of Social Change South Africa

Excursions will assist in illuminating the program coursework and will take place in Cape Town, South Africa and surrounding areas. Excursions may inc... Read more

Sustainable Food Systems of Italy Italy

Excursions will assist in illuminating the program coursework. These excursions will take place in Florence and surrounding areas and may include: ... Read more

Intensive Swahili in Kenya Kenya

Dr. Mohamud Jama, an economist at the University of Nairobi, directs the program. Khalif Maalim assists with the program coordination, and Kenyan facu... Read more

Advanced French in Senegal Senegal

Homestays are an integral component of the MSID learning experience. All students live and share most meals with at least one family, and many with tw... Read more

Intensive Hindi in India India

All students live and share most meals with at least one family, and many with two different families--one during the classroom phase and a second in ... Read more

Advanced Spanish in Ecuador Ecuador

Homestays are an integral component of the MSID learning experience. All students live and share most meals with at least one family, and many with tw... Read more

Environmental Issues in New Zealand New Zealand

Across a wide range of ecosystems, participants explore how modern forestry, wildlife, fisheries, energy, and tourism support the human population and... Read more

GLBT History and Activism in Amsterdam and Berlin Netherlands

Amsterdam and Berlin are two of the cities in Europe (and in the world) best known for their established GLBT community. Amsterdam is frequently promo... Read more

Globalization and Trade in London England

London has been at the forefront of global commerce since the Roman times. Travel to this fascinating city to examine the role of globalization and in... Read more

Philosophies of Wellness: Holistic Healing in Japan Japan

Discover the concept of "wellness" and the different aspects of Japanese culture that promote wellness. Travel to Japan to learn about concepts of ... Read more

Sustainability in Northern Europe Denmark

Northern European countries like Denmark and Sweden have been at the forefront of the sustainability movement. Denmark's commitment to sustainabili... Read more

Symbolism in Chinese Culture China

Symbolism in China is a complex system that weaves through all aspects of life and thought. In Chinese culture, natural forces and animals possess spi... Read more