Colombia
Colombia is known for its rich history and vibrant culture. The country has overcome a turbulent past and is now focused on peacebuilding and economic growth.
Colombia is a major exporter of coffee, oil, and is growing rapidly in sectors like technology and innovation. Culturally, it boasts a rich heritage shaped by Indigenous, African, and European influences, evident in its music, art, literature, and festivals.
From the literary legacy of Gabriel García Márquez to the rhythms of cumbia and salsa, Colombia offers a fascinating cultural experience.
Population: 51.1 million
Main Urban Centers:
Bogotá, Medellín, Cali, Barranquilla
Official Language:
Spanish
Why Lead a Study Abroad Program in Colombia?
Colombia offers a wealth of academic opportunities across diverse fields, including social entrepreneurship, economics, urban planning, and peacebuilding.
With its vibrant cultural heritage, students can delve into topics ranging from music and literature to social justice and sustainability. Colombia’s commitment to peacebuilding and reconciliation provides a unique environment for those interested in conflict resolution and post-conflict studies,
SUGGESTED FIELDS OF STUDY:
Peacebuilding & Conflict Resolution
With its ongoing efforts to address decades of internal conflict, Colombia is an ideal setting for students interested in peacebuilding, conflict resolution, and post-conflict reconstruction. The country’s work in reconciliation and social inclusion offers unique academic and practical insights into peace processes.
Urban Planning
The country’s focus on sustainable development, housing projects, and transport infrastructure makes it an ideal place to study the challenges and opportunities of modern urban growth.
Sustainable Coffee Agriculture
Colombia is renowned for its coffee production, with its diverse climates and rich soils creating ideal conditions for high-quality beans. Students can explore sustainable farming practices, the socioeconomic impact of coffee cultivation on rural communities, and strategies to combat challenges like climate change and market fluctuations.
TO ENRICH YOUR EXPERIENCE:
Virtual add-on
For any of our on-site programs, we also offer virtual options to transform the program into a more enriching and immersive experience for students. From our experience, having a pre-departure virtual component helps students to take full advantage of the learning journey while in country.
Prior to the start of the on-site portion of the program, we can add the following type of virtual content:
Project-based learning:
Rather than conducting the real world project in one day while in country, we can introduce the project prior to the students’ departure, giving them time to work on the project beforehand, develop closer relationships with the project host, and further develop their project management skills.
Academic content:
We can set up synchronous virtual sessions prior to departure where we expose students to more of the content they will see in country, such as expert roundtables and lectures.
Cultural content:
In order to help minimize the culture shock students face upon arrival and to help optimize their time while in country, we can also offer crash courses in Brazilian culture, Portuguese language, and intercultural communication.
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