Photography Abroad
Program Suggestions
Explore these featured programs, offering courses that can help photography majors meet their requirements while experiencing the world! Note that Photography students are not limited to these programs or locations. The Padnos International Center is happy to help students find additional programs that meet thier degree requirements.
Study Abroad participants can use their experiences to fufill issues, global perspectives, gen-eds, and electives as well as specific major requirements. .
Faculty-Led Programs
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Summer 2026 Faculty-led programs will be announced in August of 2025. |
Semester and Academic Year Programs
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United Kingdom |
For more information, visit the Nottingham Trent University website |
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Coursework offered in a variety of subject areas including photography & journalism |
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Italy |
For more information, visit the KEI website To apply, email studyabroad@gvsu.edu |
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Wide range of photography and media courses available internship and apprenticeship opportunities available |
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Greece |
For more information or to apply, check out the HISA program brochure |
Afiliate |
Digital photography |
Summer Programs
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Greece |
For more information or to apply, check out the HISA program brochure |
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Digital Photography |
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Italy |
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France |
For more information or to apply, check out the IES program brochure |
Photography and French Language |
Internships
Gain real-world experience globally and build your international network by participating in a Photography internship abroad.
Explore Other Program Options
There are other program options available. Schedule a study abroad advising appointment to learn more or browse our other program options:
The phrase “a picture is worth a thousand words” is more resonant than ever in moments where language is limited and visual communication is key. Opportunities for photography students range from fascinating electives like “Architecture of Rome” to “EcAological Photography” in Costa Rica. Exciting internships like a fashion photographer’s assistant or an archaeological excavation photographer can cultivate inspiration for independent studies or thesis work.
The visions of the world are incredibly diverse and rewarding in each their own way. In a field that requires creativity, ingenuity and originality, what better way to fuel the senses than taking time to experience some place completely new!
"If seeing is believing, why not see the world and let others see it too?"
- Megan Lendman, Photography major
Department Contact
Stafford Smith
smithsta@gvsu.edu
215 Lake Superior Hall