CIEE Arts and Sciences Program in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania

  Tanzania

Dar Es Salaam

Term: Academic Year, Fall, Spring 
Dates: Fall 2009; 18 weeks: late August- mid December

Description: The goals of the Arts and Sciences program are for students to gain an understanding of contemporary Tanzania; to understand Tanzania's role in East Africa; and to explore diverse African perspectives through direct matriculation in University courses. In addition to coursework, these goals are met through a variety of community engagement and field-based activities.

Academic Program
The University of Dar es Salaam (UDSM) has a wide range of traditional offerings similar to undergraduate programs at U.S. colleges and universities. The program provides an opportunity for students from all academic disciplines to live and study in Tanzania, learning firsthand about the country and its people, while continuing to pursue their own academic goals. These goals are achieved through integrated study with Tanzanian students and immersion into the cultural and social life of the University and the surrounding community.

Academic Culture
CIEE students are taught alongside University of Dar es Salaam undergraduates and are required to undertake a full program of courses, including all assignments and written examinations. Teaching methods at the University normally involve a mix of lectures, tutorials, seminars and, in the sciences, laboratory classes. The system is geared toward the serious student who is motivated, self-sufficient, and deeply interested in the subject matter. Courses may involve three to four contact hours each week--with additional contact hours for classes which include tutorial sessions or laboratories.

The CIEE Arts and Sciences program follows the University of Dar es Salaam's academic calendar with an added week for orientation at the beginning of the semester. The UDSM academic year is similar to the North American calendar, running from September through June with two semesters: the first semester is from September to December and the second from February to June.

Highlights:

• Live in one of the most vibrant cities in East Africa, while studying alongside local and international students at the top university in Tanzania
  
• Innovativev Kiswahili language and culture practicum that incorporates language and experiential learning
  
• Wide range of direct enrollment courses for students in social sciences, natural sciences, humanities, engineering, and technology
  
• Excursions and program activities designed to introduce students to local culture and Tanzania's physical beauty and natural resources

Community Engagement and Field studies
There are numerous options for community engagement. These include UDSM student organizations such as the UDSM Education Students Association, the Students Sports Council, and the International Students Association. Science courses, particularly those in marine sciences, zoology, and wildlife conservation, often offer students field-based research opportunities. Additional volunteer projects may be arranged through consultation with the CIEE Resident Director and UDSM staff.

Cost in US$: Please check the CIEE website for current program pricing

Experience Required: yes