Academics

Arcadia is a cosponsored program. You receive resident credit for the courses you take. Your grades count toward your University of Minnesota GPA and each course appears on your transcript. More information can be found in the Academics Policy.

Coursework
You'll be taught by expert faculty in the field of peace and international conflict studies from Arcadia University and the Nyerere Centre. Interact with collaborating partners from the East African Law Society, as well as numerous guest speakers from major African governmental and non-governmental organizations, including the East African Community (EAC), the United Nations International Criminal Tribunal for Rwanda (UN ICTR), and the African Union Court of Human and People's Rights.

This unique and intensive four week summer peace and conflict study program offers the opportunity to gain an understanding of development at the community level, and the ways in which grassroots projects build capacity and empower communities. The information you garner from cultural and experiential exchange will be invaluable as you consider links between East and West, theory and practice, diplomacy and development, and international peace and conflict resolution.

Typical credits: 6 for summer session.

How to Find Academic Information

Some program websites offer short course descriptions while others offer full syllabi. Course information is available on the cosponsor’s website, and, if applicable, on the host university’s website. For more tips on terminology and finding course information, go to Finding Course Information for Host Universities.

When choosing courses, work closely with your college and/or major or minor adviser(s) to select courses that fulfill specific requirements. You can also consult the Liberal Education database to find courses that fulfill Liberal Education core and theme requirements, or submit courses online for approval. Use the Academic Planning for Study Abroad form (pdf) as a tool for selecting courses with your adviser. Visit the Advising webpage for more information and resources on choosing courses.

Navigating Arcadia's Website

• Navigate to the program's main page from Arcadia's web site.
• Within the "Academic Program" section look for the course information link embedded within the text.
• Use the link to access a document that provides helpful tips on finding academic information for the specific program.

If you have any questions about this process or about specific course availability, contact the appropriate Program Coordinator.

 

Eligibility & Application

This program is open to all University of Minnesota students. Find eligibility and application deadlines on Arcadia's website.

Use the application checklist to complete your application for this program.

Academic Fit with a University of Minnesota Degree Plan
With good academic planning this program can fit well into the degree plans for many majors. Search for courses that fulfill Liberal Education Requirements or submit a course you want to take for review. Study Abroad in Your Major advising sheets explain why study abroad is important for a major, indicate what the department wants students to consider when selecting a program, and provide academic planning hints. This program may appear as a special recommendation on an advising sheet. If your major is not listed, talk to an adviser—this program may still fit your academic, career, and professional goals.

Last modified on July 3, 2008