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Education Abroad Network - Study Abroad in Thailand and Cambodia

Location: Cambodia: Phnom Penh, Siem Reap; Thailand: Chiang Mai

Term: Fall, Spring

Dates: Aug - Dec / Jan - May

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Description

The region of Southeast Asia is undoubtedly one of the most exciting and diverse areas of the world. Culturally rich, the area is home to fascinating ethnic groups with a variety of languages and religions. The Kingdom of Thailand, formerly known as Siam, has the longest reigning monarch in the world and is the only country in Southeast Asia never to be formally colonized by a Western power. A founding member of ASEAN, Thailand lies at the geographical center of Southeast Asia and has undergone rapid development as a newly industrialized country (NIC) offering both modern conveniences and traditional ways of life. The Kingdom of Cambodia, formerly known as Kampuchea and the successor state of the great ancient Hindu and Buddhist Khmer Empire, on the other hand, was the last country to join ASEAN in 1999 after suffering at the hands of Pol Pot and the Khmer Rouge from 1975-1979 and then a long period of Vietnamese control of its governance. Cambodia emerged from a prolonged civil war in the 1990s and, although still one of the poorest countries in the region, has experienced rapid development over the past decade and is poised to play a major role in ASEAN in the coming years.

Payap University, established in 1974, was Thailand's first fully accredited private university. With a student enrollment of 6,500 students plus 350 international students, the university has continued to grow and expand its facilities, including adding a wide range of international programs to introduce its diverse student body to culturally rich Chiang Mai.

With its main campus in Phnom Pehn, the capital of Cambodia, the University of Cambodia is fully registered with the country's Royal Government and is also registered with the Accreditation Committee of Cambodia. The university is based on the American credit-based system and all courses are taught in English. The founder of the university recognized the importance of broadening student perspectives and thus assisting them in an ever-expanding global market.

Highlights

The first two months of the course are spent in Chiang Mai, the cultural heart of Thailand. Students will enroll in "Buddhism and Thai Society," "Sustainable Development, Environmental Justice, and Ethnic Minorities," and "Thai Language." During this time, students will have the unique opportunity to volunteer teach novice monks English or spend time at a local orphanage. Students will also enjoy many opportunities for cultural integration on the campus of Payap University.

The group will head to the capital of Cambodia, Phnom Penh, for four weeks to continue studies. In Phnom Penh, students will study at the University of Cambodia and enroll in "Contemporary Cambodia: History and Society" and "Khmer Language." This portion of the semester focuses on Cambodia's recent history, including a focus on the Khmer Rouge. The final three weeks of the program are spent in Siem Reap, gateway to the remarkable ruins of Angkor Wat. While enrolled in "Hinduism and Khmer Civilization," students have the opportunity to explore the sprawling Angkor complex.

In Cambodia, the group will travel together and will be accompanied by University of Cambodia and Payap University professors, as well as a staff member from Payap University.

Each location involves a number of off-campus excursions and experiences.

Degree Level

Bachelors Degree (Undergraduate)

Cost in US$:

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Cost Includes:

Cost Include Description:

The fee includes all accommodation, airport transfers, arrival orientation, all program-required ground transportation, academic credit, various excursions and tours, entrance fees to National Parks, cultural centers, etc. and 10 meals per week while Thailand. Students will incur additional costs for international airfare, personal spending, additional meals in Thailand, all meals within Cambodia and extra travel.

Credit Available

no

This Program is open to

American, Canadian Participant.

Typical Living Arrangements
  • Apartment/Flat
  • Dormitory

Participants Travel

Independently or in Groups

Application Process Involves
  • Essay
  • Letters of Reference
  • Online Application plus Application Assessment
  • Transcript
Post Services Include
  • Alumni Network
The Education Abroad Network's Mission Statement

Our objective is to make your once-in-a-lifetime experience simply exceptional.

Year Founded

1995

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