UM SUMMER SESSION 2008

• VIETNAM/CHINA

This special ACC-International Academic Collaborative program is sponsored by North Carolina State University and the University of Miami. This summer program will combine an initial week in Miami, FL with 3 weeks in China and 2 weeks in Vietnam. The program provides an excellent balance of coursework, hands-on fieldwork, and cultural immersion. Classes are taught in English by Dr. Damian Shea from North Carolina State University and Dr. Daniel Suman from the University of Miami. Course offerings may be equivalent to general education degree requirements for both natural sciences and humanities/social sciences. Students will interact with Chinese and Vietnamese faculty and participate in special cultural activities and excursions.  The program consists of two 3-credit courses that integrate the natural and social sciences needed to understand the Science and Management of Water Resources. Courses are taught in English, therefore there is no Chinese or Vietnamese language requirement.

For the program website, please click here.
Prerequisites: Sophomore standing, 3.0 GPA, no course prerequisites

Academic Offering:   6 credits
MSC 300 Water Resources: History, Management and Policy
MSC 400 – Water Quality Assessment and Environmental Forensics

Program Dates : May 18 - June 29, 2008 (tentative)

Lodging:  Accommodations will include University of Miami residence halls (Miami), university dormitory / guest hotel on campus (China), and hotel (Vietnam).

Estimated Costs:  The program cost of $3,600 includes tuition, international airfare , accommodations, some meals, most ground transportation and academic field trips . Students are responsible for initial airfare to Miami.

Application process : To apply please submit:

• A letter of recommendation from a faculty member in your home university
• A 150-300 word personal statement explaining your interest in the course
• A completed application form
• An official academic transcript from each university you have attended
• Personal or telephone interview (you will be contacted once your application is received)

Note:  A $500 non-refundable deposit will be due upon acceptance.

Completed applications should be received by Friday, February 29, 2008.  Send or bring in application materials to:

            Kefryn Block, Asst. Director

            International Education and Exchange Programs

University of Miami

            5050 Brunson Drive – Allen Hall 111

            Coral Gables, FL, 33146