Study Abroad: Harvard African Studies in Kisumu, Kenya

Harvard Summer School Study Abroad Programs

51 Brattle Street Cambridge, MA 02138 United States

Description

Explore diverse approaches with your study abroad in Kenya through the use of technologies and innovations to cater to sustainable health care developments across Kenya. This summer study is located on-campus at Great Lakes University in Kisumu and is divided into four sections:

- An introduction to the language, history, and culture of Kenya and East Africa (1 week).
- An exploration of how to develop a sustainable and scalable solution to a health care problem. Africa's greatest health care challenges are covered. Case-based approaches to problem characterization, solution development and refinement, and delivery-model testing follows. We review policy and economic implications. (2 weeks)
- Fieldwork. Student teams spend 3 weeks in the field working through the strategic components of a health care innovation or technology. (3 weeks)
- Final paper and group presentation (2 weeks).

In addition to developing analytical skills in the 8-week program, students strengthen their capacity to work in teams by integrating knowledge from diverse sources. Training in the natural or engineering sciences is not required. Students are expected to leverage their previous experiences and explore new avenues related to their career aspirations.

Highlights

Innovations, technologies, and health transformation in Africa

Degree Level

Bachelors Degree (Undergraduate)

Cost in US$:

Cost Includes:

Credit Available

no

This Program is open to

American Participant.

Typical Living Arrangements

Dormitory

Application Process Involves

Essay
Letters of Reference
Online Application plus Application Assessment
Physical Exam/Health Records
Resume
Transcript

Harvard Summer School Study Abroad Programs's Mission Statement

Expect a true Harvard experience, engage your intellectual curiosity with Harvard faculty, and study in a range of fields. Harvard study abroad programs are both demanding and rewarding. Because programs are led exclusively by faculty, students find the same Harvard-quality education they encounter on campus in Cambridge. Programs span 5 to 10 weeks and are limited enrollment. All programs are 8 credits, and the credits are accepted toward degrees at most colleges and universities. Harvard study abroad programs are selective. To apply, students must be at least 18, have completed 1 year of college or be a first-year student, and be in good academic standing. Admission criteria are outlined on each program webpage.

Harvard African Studies in Kisumu, Kenya