SIT Study Abroad IHP: Health and Community: Globalization, Culture, and Care
Location
Multiple Locations +4
- United States of America
- Washington D.C.
- India
- Delhi
- South Africa
- Cape Town
- Argentina
- Buenos Aires
Term
Fall, Spring
Subject Areas
Anthropology
Biochemistry
Biology
Botany
Chemistry
Conservation and Preservation
Food Science and Nutrition
Health Sciences
Hospitality
Humanities
Life Sciences
Marine Biology
Medicine
Nursing
Physical Therapy
Pre-Med
Psychology
Social Sciences
Sociology
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Need-based funding, Merit-based funding, General grants/scholarships
Health & Safety
Apr 23, 2024
Jun 12, 2020
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About Program
Health practices differ widely around the globe, but health inequities—between economic divides, urban and rural—are increasing exponentially everywhere. Across four continents, compare health systems and strategies, community well-being, and multiple factors affecting human health in different contexts, on both local and global scales. Journey from mega-cities to rural villages to take a holistic, interdisciplinary look at how communities around the world define what it is to achieve and maintain health.
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Diversity & Inclusion
Program Highlights
- Explore unique localities and gain insights into healthcare across continents.
- Conduct in-depth, research practice in radically varied contexts.
- Experience rare opportunities to interact with healthcare leaders and local experts.
- Witness healthcare access from the sprawling megalopolis to the rural village.