History Abroad

There are many approaches to studying history. Study abroad offers students the distinct opportunity to experience various historical contexts and sites thus enabling a unique perspective on the understanding of countries and cultures. Imagine learning about Buddhism while sipping butter tea with Tibetan monks in the Himalayas, participating in a cultural program at Kolkata, doing archival study on the Middle East at Ankara, or visiting historical sites in Namibia. The possibilities are endless.

History Programs

Internships

Academic Advice

Scholarships

Department Contact

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Program Suggestions

The programs highlighted on this page are a good fit for students studying History.

Faculty-Led Programs

Country

Program, Host Institution, or University Name

Courses

Vietnam

Country, Culture, & People

Students will register for a total of 6 credits:

HST 380: The Vietnam War in Vietnam (3 credits) AND

EAS 333: Vietnam: History, Culture, and Society (3 credits)

Fulfills General Education Global Perspectives requirement.

Fulfills entire General Education Issues requirement. Reflection required.

Language of instruction: English

Classes are asynchronous prior to departure

Honors students: can be used to fulfill HNR 300, HNR 401, or HNR 499 requirements.

Semester and Academic Year Programs

Country

Program, Host Institution, or University Name

Program Type

Courses

Australia

Macquarie University

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Available Courses

Australia

University of the Sunshine Coast

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Available Courses

Czech Republic

Charles University

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Available Courses

Fiji

TEAN: University of the South Pacific

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Available Courses

France

Université Catholique de l'Ouest

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Germany

Humboldt Universität zu Berlin

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Ghana

University of Cape Coast

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Available Courses

Greece

ISA: Athens

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Available Courses

Japan

International Christian University

Exchange

Available Courses

Mexico

Universidad de las Americas Puebla

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Available Courses

South Africa

University of Cape Town

Provider

Available Courses

Turkey

Middle East Technical University

Exchange

Available Courses

United Kingdom

Kingston University

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Available Courses

Summer Programs

Location

Program, Host Institution, or University Name

Program Type

Courses

China

Donghua University

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Available Courses

Costa Rica

Universidad Nacional de Costa Rica

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Ireland

National University of Ireland, Galway

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Available Courses

Italy

John Cabot University

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Jordan

University of Jordan

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Available Courses

South Korea

Hanyang University

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Spain

Universidad de Deusto

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Available Courses

United Arab Emirates

American University of Sharjah

Provider

Available Courses

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:

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Other Opportunities

Internships

Gain real-world experience globally and build your international network by participating in a history internship abroad. 

Internships Abroad

Internships

Academic Advice

  • The earliest you can go abroad is the summer of your first year
  • Students may fulfill General Education Foundation and Issues requirements abroad
  • Students taking at least 3 credits abroad will fulfill their Global Perspectives requirement
  • It is recommended that students fulfill the History capstone requirement at GVSU.
  • Courses will be evaluated on a case to case basis through the course equivalency process
  • Students should be working with their faculty mentor to plan and make appropriate course selections for study abroad
  • Study abroad can help you pursue a range of courses and curriculum and understand History from an international perspective from different historical contexts: through texts, artifacts, visits to museums and historical sites, media etc.

To determine the GVSU course equivalencies for courses taken abroad, please visit our Course Approval page. 

Once you have selected a program, schedule a meeting with your academic advisor to discuss your plans.

Academic Advice

Scholarship Opportunities

GVSU Frances Anne Kelleher Memorial Scholarship 

Global Programs Scholarship

Padnos International Center Mark A & Elizabeth C. Murray Study Abroad Scholarship

Barbara H. Padnos International Scholarship

Apply for these scholarships: myScholarships 

Explore more scholarship opportunities through our scholarship page.

Scholarships

Carolyn Shapiro-Shapin

D-1-150 Mackinac Hall

[email protected]

 



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