World History 1200-1750 Making of the Modern World 4

  Turkey

Istanbul

Term: Summer 
Dates: June 28 - July 31, 2010

Description: This global seminar is based in Istanbul, Turkey and offered in cooperation with UC San Diego. Explore Istanbul, "city of the world's desire!" For nearly two millennia, this city was the imperial capital, serving as the political, cultural, economic, and religious center of the Byzantine, then Ottoman Empires. Straddling both Europe and Asia, this city encompasses many traditions which you will encounter and interact: Greek, Roman, Byzantine, Ottoman, Turkish; Pagan, Christian, Jewish, Muslim; Ancient, Medieval, Modern, Post-modern; Empire and Nation; Cosmopolitan and Provincial; East and West.

Highlights: All courses are taught by professors from the UC San Diego. The program is based in Istanbul with multiple excursions and field trips. Students can earn up to 8 credits, which will be issued through the UC San Diego.

Degree Level: Bachelors Degree (Undergraduate)

Cost in US$: 5,908 + tuition + airfare

Meals that are included:
    * Welcome Dinner
    * Farewell Dinner
    * 2 lunches
    * Breakfast during the entire trip at the hotel in Istanbul

Excursions:
    * Guided tour of the Hagia Sophia
    * Basilica Cistern
    * Guided tour of the Yedikule Castle and Theodosian Walls (Golden Gate)
    * Guided tour of Galata Mevlevihanesi Museum
    * Mevlevi Monastery for Whirling Dervish worship event
    * Private boat tour on the Bosphorus, stop over in Tarabya
    * Chora Monastery
    * Greek Orthodox Patriarchate
    * Guided tour of the Pammakaristos
    * Guided walking tour of Üsküdar
    * Atik Valide Mosque
    * Semsi Pasa Camii
    * Guided walking tour of the Galata Tower, Arap Mosque, Neve Shalom Synagogue
    * Orthodox Worship Service
    * Guided tour of Fatih Camii
    * Guided tour of the Grand Bazaar and Nuruosmaniye Camii
    * Military Museum and visit to the Mehter Concert
    * Topkapi and the Harem
    * Guided tour of Suleimaniye and Rusem Pasa Mosque
    * Armenian Orthodox Patriarchate
    * Guided tour of the Blue Mosque
    * Armenian Orthodox Worship Service

Computer Access:
    * Free access to the classroom / computer lab 7 days a week
    * Free wireless internet access at Hotel Erboy
    * 2 hours survival Turkish course during the first week of the program

Transportation:
    * Transfer by private bus from Istanbul International Airport to the accommodation and return
    * Transportation to all excursions by private bus, ferry, and/or public transportation
    * Public transportation pass for the entire stay in Istanbul

Phones:
    * Rental cell phone for each student . (phone only minutes will have to be purchased at own expense)

Insurance & Health and Safety:
    * Comprehensive Gold Insurance Package (incl. Travel Health & Accident Insurance, Travel Accident Indemnity Insurance, Travel Assistance Insurance, Travel Luggage Insurance and Travel Third Party Liability Insurance)
    * Pre-departure orientation and orientation upon arrival

Experience Required: yes

Minimum GPA of 2.50

This Program is open to American, Australian and Canadian Participants.

Participants Travel to Turkey Independently or in Groups

Typically Participants Work Independently or in Groups of max. 25

Application Process Involves:

• Written Application

Post-Program Services Include:

• Job and Internship Network

CEPA Europe's Mission Statement: CEPA Europe = Customized Educational Programs Abroad. This our speciality. With many years of experience and expertise in international education programs, we offer customized summer, semester or academic year abroad programs as well as internships for individual students or groups of students. We provide excellent opportunities for students to gain experience related to their academic majors, while at the same time, essential knowledge of the European languages and cultures. By taking part in a CEPA Europe program, students will gain some of the most important experiences for their career - global experience.

Year Founded: 1997