UC Davis Summer Abroad
The Global Learning Hub at UC Davis offers students short, intensive academic programs over the summer that are led by UC Davis faculty, built around UC Davis courses, and complemented with a wealth of excursions and cultural activities. Many programs provide opportunities for students to visit non-English speaking countries while doing their coursework in English. Class sizes are small — 12-32 students — allowing for an intimate learning experience. UC Davis Summer Abroad is open to all University of California students and students from other U.S. institutions.
AFRICA
Tanzania—Culture, Wildlife, and Activism (NEW)
Combining cultural immersion and field lectures on wildlife behavior, conservation, political economy, tourism, human rights, and indigeneity, this course appeals to all majors.
ASIA
Bhutan—GIS in the Land of the Thunder Dragon
Learn how to use geographic information systems (GIS) in the peaceful, culturally rich, and biodiverse country of Bhutan in the Himalayan Mountains.
Global Fashion in China
Explore fashion design and global textile production while based in the Yangtze Delta Area – the birthplace of silk and the hub of modern fashion and material culture in China.
Design Japan (NEW)
Explore the world’s largest wooden building and climb through Buddha’s nostril of enlightenment. Visit the rich castles, temples, museums and old towns that Japan has to offer.
Life Sciences in Japan
Explore aspects of life sciences in Japan such as active research labs, the world-famous Osaka aquarium, a yogurt fermentation factory, and much more.
Thailand—Microbiology Lab in the Kingdom of Smiles
Explore tropical jungles, pristine beaches, exotic markets, and the mega-city of Bangkok while getting hands-on microbiology laboratory experience.
EUROPE
France—Americans in Paris
Walk in the footsteps of Jefferson, Twain, Hemingway, Stein and other Americans in Paris, while discovering the neighborhoods of Paris and yourself.
France—Introduction to Winemaking
Learn the basics of wine making while visiting many of the major French wine regions and accessing many elite wineries.
Germany—Personality Psychology in Berlin (NEW)
Study personality psychology in Berlin, one of the most exciting and culturally interesting cities in the world.
Writers in Greece
Learn about Greece’s vibrant culture while traveling to many beautiful and historical sites.
Iceland—Thermodynamics in the Land of Fire and Ice
What better way to study thermodynamics than in Iceland—a country that is powered completely by geothermal and hydroelectric resources?
Ireland—Bio Sci 2A on the Emerald Isle
Take Biological Sciences 2A in beautiful Ireland at University College Cork (UCC).
Ireland—Bio Sci 2B in Dublin
Build your foundation in BioSci while experiencing the friendly and culturally rich city of Dublin, Ireland.
Ireland—Statistics for Biological Sciences
A unique opportunity study STA 100 in a small group setting in a charming location in Cork, Ireland.
Italy—Art, Culture, History in the Eternal City
Visit Roman, Etruscan, and Greek ruins and discover why Rome is considered an outdoor museum.
Italy—Science of the Mind (NEW)
Study the biological foundations of the mind at the oldest university in the Western world in Bologna, Italy.
The Netherlands—NPB 110A: Molecules to Individuals (NEW)
Experience the Netherlands while learning about cells and seeing how scientists are studying them.
Poland—Statistics for Business and Economics (NEW)
Take Statistics for Business and Economics in in the booming economic hub of Krakow, Poland, a magnet city for young professionals.
Spain—Housing and Urbanism in Barcelona
Discover the many lessons we can take home from Barcelona on housing development and neighborhood regeneration efforts.
Spain—Three Cultures of Medieval Spain
Multiculturalism is not just a 21st century phenomenon. Explore the cities of Salamanca, Toledo, Madrid, Cordoba, Sevilla, and Granada to learn about the religious and cultural differences of medieval Spain.
UK—Perspectives in Global Management
Study global management perspectives in historic Edinburgh.
Oxford—Portal to Fantasy
Study in Oxford, the birthplace of modern fantasy: see what inspired Wonderland, Narnia and the Shire, and walk the halls of Hogwarts.
UK—Bio Sci 2C in Edinburgh
Take Biological Sciences 2C with a small cohort at the University of Edinburgh in beautiful Scotland.
UK—Scottish Tales
Study the ghosts and hauntings of Edinburgh, cruise the Loch Ness, visit Glasgow, and trek through the Highlands of Scotland.
EUROPE (MULTI-COUNTRY)
Celtic Connections—Ireland, France, Spain
Experience Celtic culture through literature, culture, language, music, and politics.
Design in Europe
Journey through two European countries (UK, Netherlands) famous for their trend setting historical and contemporary art, architecture and design.
Europe—Genetics: The Global Language of Biology
Study and experience the great genetic breakthroughs in this European tour of genetics: Cambridge, UK and Stockholm, Sweden.
Sustainable Cities of Northern Europe
Learn why some European cities (in Germany, Switzerland, Sweden, and Denmark) are way ahead of U.S. cities in sustainable development and design.
World Cinema and the European Film Festival
Attend an entire A-level film festival in the Italian-Swiss Lake region.
Europe—The Grand Tour
Broaden your literary, cultural, and artistic knowledge while traveling all around Europe (UK, France, Italy).
LATIN AMERICA
Argentina—Music, Film and Culture in the Global City
Experience the vibrant “Paris of Latin America” through the abundance of its street fairs, music and film festivals, cultural activities, and amazing cuisine.
Revolutionary Cuba
Explore the historic and ever-changing city of Havana and examine Cuba's revolutionary tradition on a multi-city trip across the island.
Environmental Justice in Indigenous Ecuador
Experience a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to interact with multiple indigenous groups and see parts of Ecuador that are not available to traditional tourists.
Peru—Into the Andes: History, Environment, Culture
Explore the diverse cultural and natural landscapes of the Peruvian highlands. Based in Cuzco, the program includes trips to Lake Titicaca and Machu Picchu, one of the great wonders of the world.
MIDDLE EAST
Lebanon—Crisis in the Environment (NEW)
Explore environmental issues that result from population growth and civil conflict while immersing yourself in beautiful, intriguing and ancient Lebanese culture.