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GEI Vietnam – Global Health (Summer I) (Directory Program)

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  • Locations: Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
  • Program Terms: Summer I
  • Homepage: Click to visit
  • Program Sponsor: Global Engagement Institute 
Fact Sheet:
Fact Sheet:
Click here for a definition of this term Language of Instruction: English Click here for a definition of this term Class Status: 1-first year, 2-sophomore, 3-junior, 4-senior, 5-grad student
Housing Options: Guest House, Homestay, Hostel/Hotel Click here for a definition of this term Areas of Study: Biology, Communication, Global Studies, Health & Human Services, Health Science, International Studies, Political Science, Pre-Health, Pre-med, Public Health, Social Science
Program Type: Field Study, Study Abroad
Program Description:
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GEI Vietnam: Global Health (Summer I) 

Program Overview
This 3-week intensive provides an introduction to global and Vietnamese health systems. Students explore challenges such as infectious diseases, maternal-child health, or rural care models through structured site visits and guided field engagement.

Program Highlights
  • Gain foundational insight into Southeast Asia's public health landscape
  • Participate in site visits and learning sessions with local health leaders
  • Explore intersections of culture, policy, and health delivery
  • Strengthen communication and reflection skills through guided programming

Academics
Course & Credits (4 total):
  • MED302: Global Field Engagement (4 credits)
Learning Outcomes:
  • Understand key public health structures and interventions in Vietnam
  • Analyze challenges in community health and system access
  • Build early professional and intercultural engagement skills
  • Reflect critically on your global health learning journey

Unique Experiences in Vietnam
Explore Ho Chi Minh City's hospitals and universities or engage with health education projects in rural communities. The structured format makes this ideal for first-time global learners or early undergraduates.

Dates & Eligibility
  • Program Dates: June 6-26, 2026
  • Open to undergrad and grad students from all disciplines
  • No prerequisites required
 

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Contact GEI at studyabroad@global-engagement.org.
 
 
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