Global Health and Human Rights
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About this Program
Explore comparative health care, health management policies, surveillance, and management of tropical diseases in East Africa. Prevention and management of tropical and non-communicable diseases are a major concern globally. Cutting-edge innovations to prevent and manage these diseases are currently being implemented in western Kenya, a region with relatively poor indicators of health.
The program location accords students unparalleled access to distinguished medical professionals, scholars, scientists, and community health workers who are working on the frontline to address tropical diseases, and the health system that supports them. Study comparative health among the Luo of western Kenya, the Islamic cultures of the Kenyan coast and the Maasai of northern Tanzania. You will study Kiswahili, the lingua franca of East Africa, and gain a range of perspectives from different communities and groups.
Learn how to draft a field study protocol, from a concept note to a protocol submitted for local IRB review, how to plan, organize, collect, review and analyze primary data, and to translate findings into policy recommendations. Internship students will hone their knowledge and skills by interacting with a wide range of local organizations and professionals.
Program Highlights
- When you study at SIT's Study Center, you'll take language and elective courses under the thematic focus of the program, all designed specifically for American students. While study center programs typically offer less exposure to local students and follow a more American-style curriculum than local universities, this program is ideal for students seeking academic challenging curriculum, independence, and immersion in the local community. SIT supports you with pre-departure advising & support, visa-related support, airport reception, onsite orientation, onsite staff support, 24/7 emergency assistance, comprehensive global medical insurance, housing & meals, cultural activities, excursions, and personal and professional development.
Level of Immersion
Language(s) of Instruction:
- English
Features
- Courses with Study Abroad Students
- Internship Opportunities
- No Language Pre-Requisites
- Research Opportunities
- Study Center Program
Housing Abroad
- Homestay
Program Dates
- Fall Semester: late-August to mid-early December
- Spring Semester: late-January to mid-May
Housing at Seattle University
Moving can be both costly and stressful, but careful planning can help minimize both. Start by creating a housing plan for before and after your study abroad experience to avoid the pressure of continuing to pay for rent at home. Program fees typically cover housing abroad, so if you expect to incur additional domestic rent expenses, be sure to include these in your budget. If possible, consider staying with family or friends temporarily before you depart or when you return to save on costs.
Housing Residence Life
Education Abroad typically recommends considering Seattle University on-campus housing for when students return from their programs, as Housing Residence Life staff are able to support students in securing housing, while adhering to student preferenceas best as they can.
Housing Application
Check the Housing Portal for more specific dates
- Winter Quarter Housing applications open in November
- Spring Quarter Housing applications open in February
- Fall Quarter Housing applications open in May