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 | 176 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
Spend the summer applying and advancing your Mandarin language skills in one of the most dynamic, rapidly developing cities on earth. Whether you’re a first- or fifth-year...
Commercial giant; financial and cultural hub; home to the largest container port on Earth—there may be no better city to examine the rapidly changing nature of global busi...
The program is especially designed for undergraduate (Honors) students from US / Canadian institutions who are interested in discovering their potential for a research car...
Royal Holloway has a well-established Study Abroad Programme and we welcome students who wish to spend an academic year or term with us. We are one of the UK's top resear...
Spend a semester, a year, or a summer in Madrid Spain, at Saint Louis University - Madrid Campus. We offer nearly 200 accredited courses taught in English to choose from ...
The Costa Rica Center is the gateway to the Global Studies degree program, providing students with the academic tools and field experiences necessary to grasp the relation...
Study abroad with the Institute for Study Abroad at University College Cork! What University College Cork has to offer •A great place to study Irish culture •A research-le...
The Institute of Spanish Studies offers courses in Valencia (Spain) in Spanish language, literature art, history, geography, civilization and culture.During the Summer we ...
The CIDEF offers courses in French language and culture, from A1 to C1 level (Common European Framework of Reference for Languages) during the academic year divided into t...
Thailand is incredibly diverse – the mountainous jungle up north is populated by numerous minority tribal groups and has stunning national parks, while tropical islands in...
Experience an inspiring travel semester abroad on this Southeast Asia gap year program through the Buddhist countries of Thailand, Laos, Vietnam and Cambodia.Join us on th...
This exceptional program integrates university students into the academic and cultural life of the Universidad de San Andrés (UdeSA). The UdeSA friendly resident staff pro...
