Multidisciplinary Studies at the Asian Institute of Technology in Bangkok,Thailand
About the program
Thailand…the very name evokes images of a distant land! It is one of the unique cultures in the world. You will experience a gentle mix of modernity and tradition.You will have experiences that most people only dream about - visiting the ancient Buddhist temples and palaces in Bangkok, taking an elephant safari in the tropical jungles of Chiang Mai, and exploring the environmental impacts of tourism and industrial development in the Southern coastal areas near Phuket.
Journey to the Kingdom of Thailand and learn about its people and culture, and gain hands-on experience with the challenges of development. This will be the greatest adventure of your life.
This is a semester-length multidisciplinary study abroad program based at the Asian Institute of Technology (AIT) in Thailand. This program offers unique opportunities for students to learn about professional and cultural experiences unique to the region. The focus of this program is on both classroom study and either internships with international and local non-governmental organizations, or independent study projects, for six weeks.
Classes Available
The program is designed for students from all majors who are looking for a challenging and exciting adventure. Majors in natural resources and environment, social science, international relations, and rural development will particularly benefit from the program.Students will be required to enroll in a minimum of fifteen (15) semester credits from the following courses:
- AEE 475 - International Studies in ANR Education and Communication Systems
- ANR 475 - International Studies and Natural Resources
- PRR 410 - International Studies in Tourism, Parks, and Recreation
- FW 480 - International Studies in Fisheries and Wildlife
- RD
490 - Independent Study
- MC
399 - Independent Study
- MC
400 - Field Experience
- MC
401 - Field Experience: Analysis and Interpretation
For more information about the Thailand program, please see the MSU study abroad website.
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