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A group of students enjoying their study abroad experience
LMU offers a wide range of study abroad programs for students of all majors and disciplines. The highlighted programs below offer International Relations majors/minors unique opportunities to explore and study abroad while taking distinctive courses for majors/minors.
Covering all corners of the globe, you will find summer, fall, and spring programs, internship and study programs, and diverse areas of focus.
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Croatia
Students travel to Zagreb, Sarajevo, and Vis to meet war survivors, peacebuilders, and religious figures.
Study dynamics of war and peace while traveling the Balkans!
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Ecuador
Students study development, power, and language while they live in Quito and visit the Galapagos Islands.
Learn about sustainability in a Cloud Forest!
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London
Students take courses in Political Science, Classics and Archaeology, Economics, History and many more as well as intern
Intern and study in the bustling capital city London!
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France
IAU hosts a lecture series each semester, which examines topics in international diplomacy, politics and economics!
Experience life in the South of France!
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Hong Kong
At CUHK the Contemporary China Studies Program offers Humanities and Social Science courses with focus on current China
Study and live in the bustling city of Hong Kong!
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India
Courses are supplemented by trips to host communities, field stations, NGO headquarters, and ecological sites.
Get hands on experience on India's socioeconomic trends!
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Japan
Students have the opportunity to live side by side with local students and international students!
Immerse yourself in the Japanese culture!
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New Zealand
Students learn about the Maori culture through a comprehensive orientation program.
Experience all that New Zealand has to offer!
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Peru
LMU students learn how indigenous communities are working to preserve their culture in the face of global change.
Travel through Peru to learn about indigenous rights!
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South Korea
Students can choose from a range of disciplines taking courses alongside local and international students.
Take courses in Korean and English at Sogang University!
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South Africa
Students serve community-based organizations that focus on health issues, gender inequities, and sustainable living.
Combine your study abroad experience with service!