A&S Integration: Study Away Programs
This page documents programs currently designed and approved to fill Arts & Sciences integration requirements.
The Program in Chile (HUM, LCD)
The Washington University Program in Chile offers students an exciting opportunity to study at the Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile (PUC) in Santiago. Students further their Spanish fluency by studying the language as a representation of the dynamic and concrete realities of the national regional culture of Santiago, augmenting their classroom study with activities in the city. They also explore contemporary issues of cultural, social, political, and literary importance related to the "Southern Cone," seeking to determine what specifically can be expressed about national identity, globalization, and the environment as Chile and its neighbors face the 21st century.
Offered Spring, Fall, Academic Year
Two courses are required:
| Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Span 313 | Chilean Contemporary Culture | 3 |
| Span 354 | A View from the Southern Cone: Perspectives on Art, Literature and Culture | 3 |
WU Healthcare in France (HUM, LCD)
The WU Healthcare in France program offers students a transformative opportunity to directly engage with the French healthcare system, enhance their French language skills, and deepen their cultural understanding in a fully immersive environment. Set against the picturesque backdrop of Nice and France's Mediterranean coast, this five-week program combines real-life experience in French hospitals with a profound exploration of health and human well-being in course work.
Offered Summer only
Two courses are required:
| Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| French 3193 | Healthcare in France: Observational Internship | 3 |
| French 3720 | The Art of Health in Nice | 3 |
Music in Florence Summer Program @ Accademia Europea di Firenze (HUM)
The Summer Music Study in Florence Program engages students in the musical arts as composers, improvisers, singers, instrumentalists, and lyricists. Courses, lessons, and ensembles in the program divisions of chamber music, jazz, musical theatre, popular music, film music, and composition/new music are made available to students of all levels. In addition, weekly master classes are offered from visiting artists with translation by William Lenihan (Professor the Practice in the Department of Music), combining cultural immersion in the City of the Renaissance and professional performing opportunities along with regular lectures, on-site classes, field trips, and ensembles.
Offered Summer only
Two courses are required:
| Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Music 2231 | Musicianship I | 1 |
| Music 3091 | Jazz Improvisation I | 3 |
| or Music 3238 | Towards a New Music | |
WU French and African Studies Summer Program in Senegal (HUM, LCD)
The summer program to Senegal, West Africa, is designed for students who want to build their conversational French language skills, learn more about Francophone West Africa, and experiment with field research. Dakar, Senegal, provides the perfect opportunity to explore themes in African and Francophone studies because of its geographical space and unique history. Geographically, Dakar naturally opens itself to the wider world, as reflected in its history, its role in the former French empire, its religious landscape, and its current relationships with other countries. Senegal, very proud of its place as an intellectual center, is the epicenter of many artistic and cultural movements. Dakar is a stable, cosmopolitan, and culturally rich capital city.
Offered Summer only
Two courses are required:
Students must take the following course:
| Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| AFAS 369 | Senegal: History, Politics and Culture | 3 |
Students must take one of the following:
| Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| French 313 | Conversational Fluency | 3 |
| AFAS 1040 | Intensive Introductory Wolof | 3 |
WU Spanish Language Summer Institute (HUM, LCD)
This is a dynamic, intensive program in Spanish language and culture offering full immersion for approximately 6 weeks in Madrid and other areas of Spain. It is designed to accelerate the language acquisition process of intermediate students in Spanish and to introduce them to the experience of life in this modern European country with its very unique history and traditions.
Offered Summer only
Two courses are required:
| Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Span 311 | Hispanic Culture and Civilization I | 3 |
| Span 322 | Advanced Conversation in Spain | 3 |