Cameroon: Social Pluralism and Development

Location: Cameroon: Dschang, Yaounde

Term: Fall, Spring

Dates: September to December/ February to May

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Description

Study development issues against the backdrop of Cameroons rich ethnic pluralism. This central African nation is home to more than 200 ethnic groups and even more languages and dialects and finding common ground for its national agendas poses an ongoing challenge. Famous for its folklore, art and diverse environments, Cameroon is a nation striving to preserve its cultural heritage and diversity in the face of globalization and pressing socioeconomic needs.

Cameroons hilly and verdant capital, Yaounde, serves as the program base. Students have access to cultural activities, academic resources, and many of the international development organizations headquartered in the city. A two-week stay in the northern town of Ngaoundere and excursions to western and coastal Cameroon give insight into how social change is manifested in different regions.

Highlights

Five-week homestay in Yaoundre, two weeks in Ngaoundere and one-week rural visit in Northern Cameroon. Educational excursions to the extreme North Province, Fulani highlands and coastal Cameroon.

Degree Level

Bachelors Degree (Undergraduate)

Cost in US$:

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Cost Includes:

Cost Include Description:

Credit Available

no

Experience Required

yes

    At least one semester of college-level work at the time of application and good academic standing with a minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.5. Prerequisites:Three recent semesters of college-level French or equivalent and the ability to follow coursework in French, as assessed by SIT.
This Program is open to

American, Worldwide Participant.

Typical Living Arrangements
  • Group living
  • Home-stays

Participants Travel to Cameroon

in Groups

Application Process Involves
  • Letters of Reference
  • Physical Exam/Health Records
  • Transcript
  • Written Application
Typically The Application Process Time is
3 weeks
Post Services Include
  • Alumni Network
  • Exit Debriefing Abroad
  • Job and Internship Network
SIT Study Abroad's Mission Statement

A pioneer in experiential, field-based study abroad, SIT offers semester, summer, and academic year programs for undergraduate students in Africa, Asia and the Pacific, Europe, Latin America, and the Middle East, as well as comparative programs in multiple locations.

 

Programs focus on critical global issues in specific geographical and cultural contexts using an interdisciplinary approach. Studying with host country faculty and living with families, students gain a deep appreciation for local cultures and become immersed in diverse topics ranging from the politics of identity to post-conflict transformation, from global health to environmental policy. 

Year Founded

1932

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