| Program Title: |
Pitzer Exchange with the University of KwaZulu Natal – Howard Campus |
| Location: |
Location: Durban, South Africa
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Durban |
| Host website: |
www.nu.ac.za |
| Eligibility: |
Students in good standing at Pitzer College. Preference given to juniors and first semester seniors but sophomores are eligible if space is available. |
| Preparation: |
At least one African area studies course in literature or film, history, or political studies is required. Several such options are offered at Pomona College. Suggested additional general preparation options include: Comparative Politics; Intercultural Communications; Language Culture and Society; Introduction to International/ Intercultural Studies; Introduction to Sociocultural Anthropology |
| Application: |
Pitzer College general application and the KwaZulu Natal forms. |
| Program Dates: |
Fall Semester: Mid July to late November
Spring Semester: Late January to Late June |
| Required Courses: |
Participants are expected to take one course that includes content on South African history, politics, literature or culture and are strongly encouraged to take a course in an indigenous language of South Africa. |
| Intensive Language: |
Zulu, Xhosa and Sotho are taught as regular college courses. |
| Independent Study: |
See a Study Abroad Advisor. |
| Course Options: |
The University offers broad curricular offerings with particular strengths in the humanities, social sciences, history and politics. |
| Credit Possible: |
A course load of 64 units = 4 Pitzer courses. Most courses are equal to 16 or 32 units so students may take from 2 to 4 courses to obtain 4 courses of credit at Pitzer. |
| Housing Options: |
Students choose from one of several residences on campus with access to communal kitchens. Most rooms are singles with communal bathroom facilities. Students prepare their own meals with a stipend provided by the University. |
| Advising notes: |
Up to four students per year can be accepted. |
| Online News: |
www.dailynews.co.za/
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