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You may enroll in three to six credits per session. At least one 3-credit course is required each summer session. Course availability is contingent upon student interest and enrollment and is subject to change.
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The aims of the course are to explain the origin of Buddhism in Thailand and the influence of Buddhism on Thai Society and Culture. A Survey and an Analysis of the Buddha-Dharma will be focused as the evidence of the relationship among Buddhism, Thai society, tradition and culture, as well as the application of Buddha-Dharma in daily life and problem-solving in Thai society.
This course examines both global health issues and health systems from a comparative view. Students will explore health care systems and structures in light of their relative success in addressing health care delivery, disease prevention, and health promotion. There will be a focus on health and wellness in Asian and western countries. Students will explore topics on healing across cultures, Asian and western approaches to health promotion, disease prevention, and rehabilitation.
This course explores the origin and current phenomena of the Greater Mekong Sub-region (GMS) countries (Myanmar, Thailand, Laos, Cambodia, Vietnam and South China) and the North-Eastern part of Thailand (E-saan). Topics include: the background of the GMS countries and E-saan region of Thailand; the process of the GMS’ regional cooperation – regionalism and sub-regionalism; GMS politics – member states, institutions, strategic partnership and competences; GMS and Northeastern Thailand’s geography and geopolitics; GMS and Northeastern-Thai demographics – populations, languages, religions, education, political views, arts and cultures; GMS and Northeastern-Thai economics – FTA and GMS Economic Corridors; GMS structural policy; the challenges of the GMS’ regional integration; ongoing GMS cross-broader projects; and global perspectives towards the GMS countries and Northeastern Thailand.
This course offers a detailed study of cellular functions and of the anatomy and physiology of the integumentary, skeletal, muscular, and nervous systems. Primarily for physical education, pre-nursing, and other pre-health majors.
This is a course for students who have not taken any Thai language courses previously. Its purpose is to provide the students with basic lexical, grammatical, and functional resources to manage in daily situations while studying in Thailand.
This course examines the following: systems of traditional healthcare in Asia; healing modalities widely used in oriental healing; use of evidence-based criteria to evaluate the risks and benefits of traditional healthcare; cultural perspectives of herbal medicine, the botanical/chemical basis of ethnomedicines.
This course has an additional fee for field trips.
The aims of the course are to explain the origin of Buddhism in Thailand and the influence of Buddhism on Thai Society and Culture. A Survey and an Analysis of the Buddha-Dharma will be focused as the evidence of the relationship among Buddhism, Thai society, tradition and culture, as well as the application of Buddha-Dharma in daily life and problem-solving in Thai society.
Environmental health is the study of the influence that the environment has on disease as well as the design of methods used to reduce harm to human health from environmental health risks. This field requires skills from several sub-disciplines including exposure assessment, environmental epidemiology, toxicology, risk assessment, pollutant fate and transport, among others. This course will focus on the application of environmental health to several key fields: water quality, food safety, solid and liquid wastes, air quality, and environmental health emergencies. Within the context of Thailand, key health outcomes will be discussed, pollutant or pathogens of concern will be identified, and control methods will be presented.
This course explores human communication across cultures focusing on variables which influence interaction when members of different cultures come together. Through experiential activities, students practice identifying cultural barriers to effective communication and apply strategies to overcoming such barriers in order to communicate in an increasingly global society.
This is a course for students who have not taken any Thai language courses previously. Its purpose is to provide the students with basic lexical, grammatical, and functional resources to manage in daily situations while studying in Thailand.
This is a course for students who have not taken any Thai language courses previously. Its purpose is to provide the students with basic lexical, grammatical and functional resources to manage in daily situations while studying in Thailand.
Prerequisite: one semester of college Thai language
This course examines the following: systems of traditional healthcare in Asia; healing modalities widely used in oriental healing; use of evidence-based criteria to evaluate the risks and benefits of traditional healthcare; cultural perspectives of herbal medicine, the botanical/chemical basis of ethnomedicines.
This course has an additional fee for field trips.
To request a course syllabus: syllabus@usac.edu
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Academic Details |
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Total Credit |
4 or 7 credits |
Required Courses |
Internship or Research Assistantship (3 or 6 credits, 300/400-level)
Introduction to Thai Language I (1 credit, 100-level) |
Pre-Requisite |
Majors/minors in STEM fields, health sciences, human development, pre-med/pre-nursing, etc. or students with significant coursework in these areas as appropriate for each placement site |
Optional Credit & Activities | Students may register for an additional 1-3 credits of USAC courses and participate in optional program activities as work schedules allow |
Cancellation Fee |
Cancellation fees will apply for withdrawal after Pre-Approval |
For more information on eligibility requirements and application process see the USAC internship page.
USAC in-person and virtual internships are rich resources for your academic and professional development. Whether onsite or virtually, you will work closely with a USAC Resident Director (RD), an internship coordinator, and a professional supervisor to gain valuable experience and skills that can be applied to your chosen career field. Internships are also a great way to immerse yourself in the culture of Thailand, deepen your cross-cultural understanding, and help you develop intercultural communication and language skills in an internationally focused organization or other professional work setting.
Among the many benefits of an internship experience, USAC in-person and virtual internships help you
For eligibility requirements and application information, see the USAC internship page.
For more information about placement options, see the Khon Kaen internship page.
Enhance your studies through non-credit workshops designed to provide opportunities for deeper engagement with unique aspects of Thai life and culture.
This workshop has an additional fee for materials.
Fall/Yearlong: Open
Spring: Open
Summer Sessions: Opens 9/1
Fall/Yearlong: Opens 9/1
Spring: Opens 9/1
Preferred GPA: 2.5
US Credit
Summer: 50 students
Semester: 50 students
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