Friday, September 27, 2013

Summer study abroad in Konstanz, Germany

If you are interested in summer study abroad, there are summer courses being offered in Konstanz, Germany.

Message from Lily Young, Dean of International Programs

Dear Undergraduate Program Directors,

Kindly see this document that describes 4 courses that our partner university (Univ. Konstanz) would like Rutgers students to attend next summer.  All courses will be taught in English.  In 2012, University of Konstanz ran a summer Limnology course for Rutgers SEBS students only (for 2014, courses are open to other students as well).  The students who attended in 2012 gave it high praise for both the science and the locale.  You can see their blogs at  

First, please let your students know about this so that they can begin thinking about next summer, and encourage them to consider this opportunity.  Also be sure to let them know that we provide summer scholarships.  The cost of the courses are still being determined and we will transmit that information as soon as we know.  What I can say, however, is that in 2012, the course expenses were far below the usual costs for a summer program of this duration and intensity.

Second, if the courses are relevant to your curriculum, please consider them for their suitability to substitute for a required course on campus.  This can also make it more attractive for the students.  As described, there are daily lectures and daily lab/field/research activities over the 6 week period.  This totals 45 hours of lecture and approximately 60 hours of lab.  

It is hard to imagine a nicer way to spend 6 weeks next summer!  Please spread the word.  As always, send any student or queries to Megan Francis or me.  We are eager to help your students leave the country……..!

Regards,
Lily

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