nscs academy abroad thailand
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Southeast Asian Studies Summer
SchoolChiang Mai, Thailand
June 1 – 29, 2013
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About Thailand•Capital – Bangkok•Population – Approximately 67 million•Official Language – Thai•Official Currency – Thai Baht•Government – Unitary Parliamentary Constitutional Monarchy•King - Bhumibol Adulyadej (Rama IX)•Primary Religion - Buddhism
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About Chiang Mai
•Nestled in northern hills
•Cultural capital of Thailand
•Blend of traditional life & modernity
•300+ temples
•Opportunities for trekking
•Famous night market
•Airport hub to explore rest of region
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Chiang Mai University•One of top academic centers in Chiang Mai
•Ranked as 3rd in country for academics and 5th for research output•#1 university outside of Bangkok•Approximately 36,000 students •Minutes from the city center
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Academic ProgramFirst three weeks in Thailand spent in “Cultural Foundations of Thai
Society” course.
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Cultural Foundations
June 1 – 22, 2013
3 credit hours
General survey on topics of Thai history and culture
Themes include history, politics, customs, identity in Thailand
Emphasis on recent ecological, social, and economic transitions
Included: Short-term village stay for enrichment
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Volunteer Component
•June 23 – 29, 2013
•Fourth week of program is spent volunteering with a local organization.
•Many NGOs in region to choose from
•In 2012, students worked on a sustainable farm and at an elephant conservation camp
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•Uniloft Accommodation
s•Thai roommates•Single room•Modern
amenities
Housing in Chiang Mai
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TEAN Support in Thailand•Chiang Mai University staff services•TEAN Resident Directors & Staff
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Estimated Expenses
Tuition, Housing & Fees $3,440
Books $100
Flight to Thailand $1,500 - $1,800
Personal/Living Expenses
$300
Student Visa $80
Meals $300
Insurance Included
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Safety in Thailand
Known as the “Land of Smiles”
Chiang Mai is very safe destination
Use the usual precautions as you would in the United States
Illness – Usually from unfamiliar food/water/spices
Malaria/Japanese Encephalitis – Not a high risk of exposure
Unrest – Found in southern Thailand near Cambodian border and not in areas we work
TEAN Country Staff to assist in emergencies (24/7 number)
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How to ApplyDeadline: April 1, 2013
Begin application at The Education Abroad Network’s website: www.teanabroad.org
Click “Apply Now’
Apply for Program ID 1084 “NSCS Academy Abroad - Thailand (Summer 2013)”
Receive initial contact from Program Manager and begin steps together!
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