Study Abroad Programs: Area Studies
Immerse yourself in a diverse and fascinating world of cultural and regional exploration with our Area Studies study abroad programs. These programs offer a deep dive into the history, politics, economy, society, and culture of a particular region or country. Through a mix of coursework, cultural excursions, language study, and internships, you will gain a nuanced understanding of the region's complexities and challenges, as well as its strengths and potentials.
Our Area Studies programs cover a wide range of regions and countries, from Latin America, Africa, and Asia to Europe and the Middle East. You can choose from a variety of topics and themes, such as human rights, gender and sexuality, religion and spirituality, sustainability, and business and entrepreneurship. You will also have the opportunity to engage with local communities and experts, participate in cultural events and festivals, and explore historical landmarks and natural wonders. Whether you are a humanities, social sciences, or business student, our Area Studies programs will provide you with a unique and enriching study abroad experience that will enhance your academic and personal growth.
Subcategories for Area Studies
| European Studies | 153 programs |
| Spanish and Iberian Studies | 138 programs |
| Latin American Studies | 101 programs |
| Italian Studies | 87 programs |
| Asian Studies | 84 programs |
Area Studies - Featured Programs
Learn, analyze, and compare three vibrant Francophone cities: Paris, France; Rabat, Morocco; and Dakar, Senegal up close with a cross-cultural sem...
Area Studies - All Programs
Learn about Italy and discover all that it has to offer while studying in Rome with the American University of Rome (AUR). The American University of Rome is set in the ca...
At the International College of Seville, students select Spanish language courses from offerings at all levels from elementary through advanced. Prior study or proficiency...
Learn about Venetian culture and improve your Italian language skills with a study experience at Istituto Venenzia. This institution is known for its strong language progr...
Nazareth-in-Berlin is open to all undergraduate students, as well as students from other colleges and universities. The program includes humanities courses, a professional...
La Universitdad San Francisco de Quito is located in Quito, the capital city of Ecuador. Nestled in the Andean Mountains at the foot of Mount Pichincha, this city is consi...
This program provides an excellent introduction to business in China and to Mandarin Chinese language in a high quality, low cost, experiential program in the heart of Chi...
Studying abroad at Ulster University is all about variety, flexibility and trying new things. You can join us for one semester or the full academic year, and transfer the...
Radboud University Nijmegen is a public university with a strong focus on research located in Nijmegen, the Netherlands. It was established on 17 October 1923 and is situa...
The NYU London academic center, located in the literary district of Bloomsbury that is also home to the British Museum and the University of London, offers students a uniq...
Tufts in Talloires, a six-week summer program for college students from Tufts and other universities, offers students a dynamic group of courses taught by Tufts faculty. S...
The new Moscow Plus Program still provides first-rate intensive classes in Russian language and culture; but instruction is not confined to the classroom. Bridge course st...
BI Norwegian Business School is the largest business school in Norway and the second largest in all of Europe. BI has in total 6 campuses with the main one located in Oslo...
