Study Abroad

Travel and Study around the World

Every country and culture approaches political science differently. The best way to gain a well-rounded and diverse view of the field of political science is to live and study in another country.

Questions regarding political science credit for study abroad programs or courses can be directed to our director of undergraduate studies at psdus@uoregon.edu.


Study Abroad with UO

The University of Oregon offers more than 10 study abroad programs that can satisfy your political science major (or minor) requirements. Programs are currently offered in Tanzania, Bolivia, or England. Alternatively, you can intern abroad through the GlobalWorks International Internship program in a variety of regions around the world.

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International Exchange

Students can enroll as an exchange student at a top international research institution for fall or winter semester, spring semester or quarter, a full academic year, or summer term. Exchange students experience an immersive study abroad experience, living and learning with local students in their chosen city.

Get started: Fill out this interest form to get matched with a GEO advisor.

Exchange Programs


Featured Study Abroad Opportunities in Political Science

Feature program: Politics in Italy

Politics in Italy

Applicants to this program have the option to apply for a program-specific scholarship. Award recipients are chosen based on academic merit, financial need, and overall quality of their essay. Individual awards range from $500 - $1,500. To be considered, apply to the GEO General Scholarship by the advertised deadline for the term you will be abroad.

Please email globalworks@uoregon.edu to discuss your options.

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Feature program: Politics in London

Politics in London

Immerse yourself in the political landscape of Italy, in a historical and philosophical sense, with exposure to contemporary Italian politics and the relationship between Italy and the European Union. The beautiful Tuscan city of Siena will provide a backdrop for the course, which will be supplemented with a visit to Florence. Several excursions to other cities and towns in Tuscany, and elsewhere, are an integral part of this program.

Please email globalworks@uoregon.edu to discuss your options.

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GlobalWorks

GlobalWorks International Internships

This program, administered by Global Education Oregon (GEO), offers internship opportunities in a wide variety of industry career fields and locations around the world.

Internship opportunities are highly customizable, and we guarantee placement in your preferred career fields and location. Students earn up to eight (8) UO credits as well as life-changing work experience in a different culture.

Please email globalworks@uoregon.edu to discuss your options.

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landscape of Tanzania with birds in the foreground

Wildlife Conservation and Political Ecology in Tanzania

Location: Tanzania, Africa

Study how human development and population growth affect natural habitats and vice versa, and learn to reframe notions of sustainability in relation to local population needs, perspectives, and values.

Terms: Fall, spring

Credits: Check with our director of undergraduate studies.

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