Why should I be interested in Education Abroad?

Education Abroad can help you:

  • Globalize your world view
  • Expand your problem-solving skills and intercultural understanding
  • Prepare you to work in an increasingly diverse and international workplace
  • Enhance your sense of independence and adaptability
  • Gain new insight into the world and yourself
CONTACTS
Department
Matt Brock
Director of Undergraduate Studies
matt.page@uky.edu
Education Abroad Advisor
Allison Peoples
EA Advisor
allison.peoples@uky.edu

What is a Major Advising Page?

Major Advising Pages (MAP) feature education abroad programs that your department thinks are most appropriate for this discipline. Participating in a program featured on this MAP will allow you to complete coursework for your major/minor that has already been approved to transfer.

How do I use this MAP?

Use this MAP to identify programs of interest to you that offer coursework that might fulfill some of your degree requirements or compliment your studies at UK.

Ready to get Started?

As you evaluate the programs on this MAP, consider these important questions.

  • Do you want to complete courses abroad, or prefer completing a research project or internship?
  • Do you want to learn a language or improve your foreign language skills?
  • Would you like to study abroad for a semester, academic year, or a shorter amount of time like a summer or winter?
  • Do you want to study abroad with UK Students, or would you prefer to study alongside local students or other international students?

Highlighted Programs

Faculty-Directed

Paris is the classroom in this theatre, culture and art program, which exposes students to the city's artistic treasures, fascinating history, cultural riches and hidden secrets. From Notre Dame to Sacre Coeur, Comedie-Francaise to the Paris Opera, and the Palace of Versailles to Montmartre, students do not merely explore Paris - they make it their own.
Term: Summer
Language: English
Join faculty from the UK School of Art and Visual Studies on a summer adventure to explore the unique history and contemporary culture of one of Europe’s most vibrant cities. Let your curiosity lead you as you wander under the majesty of the Eiffel Tower through the eclectic cityscape of Paris. We will offer four different courses in Paris (all of which go towards fulfilling various degree requirements), including special courses offered only through this program abroad. Choose from: Digital Photography / Visual Storytelling (also UK Core), Photographic History of Paris, Sound Design for Digital Media, and Mixed Reality (AR).
Term: Summer
Language: English

Partner

API students who want to study abroad in Florence may choose from over 400 courses at Lorenzo de’ Medici – The Italian International Institute – Florence (LdM). From painting, drawing & mixed media to photography, sculpture & ceramics, this program focuses on studio art courses in various levels and mediums.
Term: Academic Year , Fall , Spring , Summer
Language: English

Griffith University (USAC)

Brisbane, Australia

Students enroll in regular Griffith University classes alongside their Australian peers and have a wide variety of courses available through their course catalog. At Griffith, you'll develop and showcase your creativity and passion across diverse fields of study. You'll have the opportunity to participate in a community internship experience with a local non-profit organization to gain real world experience and interact with the local community on a deeper level. The Gold Coast, famous for its surfing and beaches, is about one hour's drive south of Brisbane.
Term: Fall , Spring
Language: English
Don't want to spend an entire semester away from UK? Spend your summer abroad in Paris with KIIS. The KIIS Paris I program offers Paris as its classroom, with a selection of courses designed to immerse participants in the city’s artistic treasures, intriguing history, respected literary traditions, and other cultural riches via direct interactions. With its captivating history, as well as its reputation for good taste, fine cuisine, high fashion and legendary sports, Paris has something for everyone. Subjects offered include Art History, Art Management, French Culture, and Psychology.
Term: Summer
Language: English