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GEI Thailand – Global Health (Summer) (Directory Program)

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  • Locations: Chiang Mai, Thailand
  • Program Terms: Summer
  • 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, Communications, 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 Thailand: Global Health (Summer) 

Program Overview
In this 8-week summer program, students explore public health challenges and solutions in Thailand's unique cultural and policy context. You'll engage with frontline health workers, researchers, and communities to understand how the Thai health system promotes access, equity, and innovation.

Program Highlights
  • Study communicable and non-communicable disease responses in Thailand
  • Participate in field-based health assessments and community engagement
  • Collaborate with Thai partners on project-based learning
  • Strengthen your career readiness for global public health

Academics
Courses & Credits (8 total):
  • MED302: Global Field Engagement (4 credits)
  • MED303: Global Practicum (4 credits)
Learning Outcomes:
  • Apply public health frameworks in real-world international contexts
  • Explore UHC, health infrastructure, and cultural approaches to wellness
  • Build ethical, cross-cultural competencies in global health
  • Reflect critically on global-local health system connections

Unique Experiences in Thailand
Thailand offers an ideal case study in health systems strengthening. Visit clinics, health-focused NGOs, and universities, and engage with partners on issues like maternal health, infectious disease control, or health education.

Dates & Eligibility
  • Program Dates: June 1-July 24, 2026
  • Open to undergrad and grad students from all disciplines
  • No prerequisites required
 

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About This Program.
About GEI's Study Abroad Programs.
Contact GEI at studyabroad@global-engagement.org.
 
 
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