Social Studies Abroad
Studying abroad offers social studies students the chance to explore the social world in a new context. Visiting historic sites, experiencing different political systems, living like the locals, or using different currency all help social studies students experience the world in which we live and reflect more on their own lives. Social studies students could also do a portion of their teacher apprenticeship or stduent internship in in a study abroad program. The possibilities are endless.
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Program Suggestions
The programs highlighted on this page are a good fit for students studying Social Studies.
Faculty-Led Programs
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Namibia |
HST 380/AAA 333: African History, Cultures & Environment (3 credits) AND HTM 368: Geotourism (3 credits) *Fulfills Global Perspectives and 2 Issues |
Semester and Academic Year Programs
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Australia |
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Ghana |
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Italy |
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Japan |
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Spain |
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Netherlands |
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Czech Republic |
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Germany |
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Hungary |
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Summer Programs
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Italy |
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United Kingdom |
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Chile |
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Cuba |
University of Arizona: Contemporary Cuba: Collective Visions |
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Greece |
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Morocco |
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South Korea |
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Academic Advice
ACADEMIC ADVICE
Students should meet with their academic adviser at least three months prior to departing for their program.
Consider fulfilling your Issues General Education requirement abroad. Find out how!
For students in the College of Education and Community Innovation:
Consider student teaching placements abroad through COST
KEEP IN MIND
- Study abroad can help you pursue a range of courses and curriculum and understand Social Studies from an international perspective from different historical contexts: through texts, artifacts, visits to museums and historical sites, media etc.
- Once you have selected a program, be sure to meet with your adviser at least three months prior to departing for your program.
- Be sure to explore both GVSU and provider options by browsing the Program Suggestions below. Students are not limited to GVSU study abroad programs.
- There are several opportunities to intern and or volunteer while abroad.
- Students are also able to fulfill General Education requirements abroad, including their General Education Issues requirement.
RESTRICTIONS
- It is recommended that students fulfill the Social Studies capstone requirement at GVSU.
- Courses will be evaluated on a case to case basis through the course equivalency process.
For those interested in combining their study abroad experience with service learning or an internship, or looking to focus solely on an internship or service learning, there are many options. Customized internships are available in a few locations through GVSU internships, as well as other programs such as ELAP and World Endeavors. Learn more about internships here.
Internships
Gain real-world experience globally and build your international network by participating in an internship abroad.
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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:
Scholarship Opportunities
Frances Anne Kelleher Memorial Scholarship
Explore more scholarship opportunities through our scholarship page
Department Contact
Carolyn Shapiro-Shapin
College of Liberal Arts and Sciences
D-1-150 Mackinac Hall
(616) 331-3445