You will be required to submit the Course Preregistration Form when it becomes available in your MyIESAbroad account. Preregistration is done on a first-come, first-served basis. Please obtain course approval from your current college or university for all courses you intend to take before your departure, especially if you intend to fulfill specific degree requirements with those courses.

South Africa’s oldest university, UCT was founded in 1829 as the South African College. The campus, divided into three main levels (Upper, Middle, and Lower Campus), is perched on the slopes of Devil's Peak, providing a commanding view of the surrounding area. Although UCT was originally designated a "whites only" institution during the apartheid era, the University opposed the government and fought to end discriminations, particularly in higher education, and encourage racial integration. Small numbers of non-white students attended the University after the 1920s and the number started to...

Community Engagement Courses (3 credits) These courses are seminars which focus on local conditions of a community near Cape Town. The optional community engagement courses offered by IES Abroad have two themes and both require completion of community-engagement hours and a research project. This includes placements at local organizations, working on projects determined by and for the community. Both courses include a requirement of 40 community-engagement hours over the course of the semester in addition to a research project. Students will complete their hours at a handful of organizations...

You are required to enroll in 15-19 credits per semester. Your program offers two ways to earn academic credit: Enroll in UCT courses without an IES Abroad elective course Combine UCT courses with IES Abroad electives (courses are 3 credits) For Fall 2024, IES Abroad courses may not be offered or may be extensively changed due to health and safety policies potentially impacting community engagement requirements. IES Abroad Courses Classes are scheduled five days each week and attendance is required. You must come to class prepared, complete written assignments outside of classes, and complete...

Overview You'll live in a single room studio apartment conveniently located near public transportation for daily commutes to campus, which takes about 15-30 minutes. Studio At-A-Glance Housing Type Single room studio apartment Furnished Yes (bed, desk, and small kitchen) Extra Fee No Internet Access Yes Meal Plan No Kitchen Yes, a small kitchen is located within the apartment Bathroom Yes, private bathroom is located within the apartment Laundry Yes, washing machines are available in each room. Dryers are not commonly used in South Korea as many locals choose to hang dry your clothes. You can...

You are required to enroll in 15-19 credits per semester. Your program offers five ways to earn academic credit: IES Abroad Spanish language course (required, 4 credits) IES Abroad English-taught area studies courses (optional, 3 or 4 credits each) IES Abroad Spanish-taught area studies courses (optional, 3 credits each) Universidad Carlos III English-taught courses (optional, credits vary) Universidad Complutense de Madrid (UCM) Computer Science courses (optional, credits vary) Internship placement and seminar (optional, 3 credits) Please note: After the first week of class, it is not...

Volunteering in Sydney Volunteering at local organizations provides another great opportunity for integration into the local culture. If you are interested in volunteering, our Center staff can provide you with contact information for volunteering and non-profit organizations. Macquarie also offers a range of volunteer opportunities for study abroad students that will allow you to get further involved in the local culture while making a difference to the community in which you live. The volunteer program has opportunities for involvement with environmental groups, indigenous Australians, and...

Early departures are not permitted unless warranted by a documented medical or family emergency and approved by IES Abroad. It is not possible to reschedule a final exam or final paper deadline in order to accommodate early departure for personal travel, including plans to attend events such as a friend or relative's wedding, a family reunion, or a graduation ceremony. Plan ahead and make sure our program dates do not conflict with your personal plans before you confirm your place in the program. If you enroll in UC3M courses, you are required to complete partner university exams before...

You are required to enroll in 15-19 credits per semester. Your program offers five ways to earn academic credit: IES Abroad Spanish language course (required, 4 credits) IES Abroad English-taught area studies courses (optional, 3 or 4 credits each) IES Abroad Spanish-taught area studies courses (optional, 3 credits each) Universidad Carlos III English-taught Business, Economics, and Humanities courses (optional, credits vary) Internship placement and seminar (optional, 3 credits) Please note: After the first week of class, it is not permitted to change or withdraw from IN395. Classes are...