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Program Terms
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Summer
Program
Participants
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Undergraduate
(College)
Subject Areas
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Anthropology
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Communication
Science & Disorders
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Communications
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Conflict
Studies
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Culture
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Development
Studies
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Economics
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Education
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Engineering -
Civil
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Interdisciplinary
Studies
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International
Relations
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Marketing
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Political
Science/Politics
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Public
Relations
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Social Work
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Sociology
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Quick Look
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Location:
Belgrade - Serbia and Montenegro
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Language of Instruction: English
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Academic Credit Available: Yes
Overview
The Intercultural Encounters is a comprehensive four-week program that includes: university courses, cultural activities, and community service. The program is open to undergraduate university students from around the world.
University Courses
We offer specially designed courses which focus on issues of global importance. Each course is both interactive and challenging.
- Multiculturalism
Participants will obtain an introduction to intercultural communication, cultural understanding, and other cultural issues in cross-cultural interactions. This course is mandatory for all participants.
In addition, each participant has to take one other course:
- Globalization and Development
or
- International Relations- Diplomacy
All courses are taught in English and are fully accredited. Transcripts are issued by Ural State University's Faculty of International Relations. Each course is worth 3 US/6 ECTS semester credits. Credits can be transferred upon approval from the student's home university.
Cultural Activities
Expose yourself to a new culture. We offer weekly cultural activities, including visits museums and Serbian monasteries. We will enjoy a traditional Serbian trumpet festival and the famous ethno-village Sirogojno.
Community Service
Work with members of the Serbian community on service projects. These activities are not only rewarding, but allow you to put theory into practice.
Fieldtrips
Visit the Serbian countryside for a team building retreat. Later in the program, raise your awareness of human tragedy by visiting Kragujevac, the place where during the WWII hundreds of pupils were taken out of classes and executed in one day along with 8000 other prisoners.
Speakers
Get first-hand advice from leaders in business, politics, education, and the public sector.
Workshops
Learn practical skills, such as public speaking techniques, cross cultural negotiating, how to write business plans, and, most importantly, how to create and implement a project in your home community.
Housing
Students will be housed in "King Alexander I" dormitory in Belgrade, located around 20 minutes walking distance from the city center. Rooms are double occupancy with private bath and small kitchen. Breakfast is included.
Meals
During the team building and community service retreat, all meals are included. Student have several options for the remaining meal choosing to cook with friends in the dormitory or eat out at one of the many restaurants in the city center. The cost of food in Serbia and Montenegro is very low (an average meal with main dish, side dish, drink, and tip costs around 4- 6 Euro).
Transportation
Belgrade has an inexpensive and reliable public transportation system, including buses, trams and trolleybuses.
Cost
The cost of tuition is 1950 Euro and includes: tuition, housing, breakfast, fieldtrips, workshops, community service projects and cultural activities. Due to our commitment to accessibility, we strive to minimize tuition in all of our non- profit programs.
A non-refundable deposit is due May 1, 2005. It is required to secure a spot in program. Remaining amount is due by June 1, 2005. Payment plans can be arranged. The price of the program does not include airfare.
Scholarships
A limited number of scholarships is available. Scholarships are primarily reserved for students from Eastern Europe and developing countries. To apply for a scholarship please fill-out the applicable section on the application. Please note that we are unable to provide full tuition scholarships to any student, and under no circumstances can we provide funds for travel. We encourage students to find outside funding and we can provide a letter of support for you.
Please consult your home university for funding opportunities. A large percentage of participants receive funding from their home university to attend our program.
Applications
Applications will be accepted starting February 1, 2005 and are due April 10, 2005.
Simply fill-out the on-line application. Participants are selected based on the quality of their application and essay. We encourage all persons to apply early. Finalists may be contacted for a phone interview and/or to submit official transcripts and letters of recommendation.
Fast Track Application
The overwhelming requests for financial aid have lengthened the decision process. For those who do NOT require financial aid, we offer a new Fast Track option.
Simply apply on-line by March 25, 2005 and receive a decision by April 1, 2005. Deposits for Fast Track applicants are due April 15, 2005. Participants are selected based on the quality of their application and essay. We encourage all persons to apply early. Finalists may be contacted for a phone interview and/or to submit official transcripts and letters of recommendation.
Academic Credit
Academic credit is available.
Transcripts are issued by Ural State University's Faculty of International Relations. Each course is worth 3 US/6 ECTS semester credits. Credits can be transferred upon approval from the student's home university.
Eligibility
The program is open to students on undergraduate level of education. The minimum requirement is that students have taken at least one year ov university/ college courses.
Housing/Accommodation
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Dormitory
Program Costs
The cost of tuition is 1950 Euro and includes: tuition, housing, breakfast, fieldtrips, workshops, community service projects and cultural activities. Due to our commitment to accessibility, we strive to minimize tuition in all of our non- profit programs.
A non-refundable deposit is due May 1, 2005. It is required to secure a spot in program. Remaining amount is due by June 1, 2005.
Costs
Include: The price includes tuition, housing, breakfast, fieldtrips, workshops, community service projects and cultural activities.
Financial Aid
Yes.
A limited number of scholarships is available. Scholarships are primarily reserved for students from Eastern Europe and developing countries. To apply for a scholarship please fill-out the applicable section on the application. Please note that we are unable to provide full tuition scholarships to any student, and under no circumstances can we provide funds for travel. We encourage students to find outside funding and we can provide a letter of support for you.
Please consult your home university for funding opportunities. A large percentage of participants receive funding from their home university to attend our program.
Dates
The program will be run from 1st- 29th August 2005.
The deadline to apply is April, 10th 2005.
Applications are online at: http://www.tomorrowpeople.org/ICE/applicationform.html
Deadlines
April, 10th 2005
Contact
Dusana Vukasovica 73/60
11000 Belgrade
Serbia and Montenegro
Tel:
+381 64 1680683
Fax:
+381 11 1779635
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