Gain an understanding of humanitarian work, including humanitarian aid, and operations of the United Nations High Commission for Refugees (UNHCR) as you work inside refugee camps. You will see firsthand refugee health and social challenges within the camps. You will also gain an understanding of the impact of conflict on healthcare delivery and the health of populations. Students will understand the origins and experiences of refugees starting with African Refugee Camps in Rhino Camp and Bidi Bidi Settlements in Arua, Uganda, to the genocide memorial in Kigali, Rwanda.
Course Details
Population Health - Uganda
HLTH 4900R or HLTH 6016
Credits: 3
Registration
Register for: Summer 2026
Travel during: Summer 2026
Deadline
May 01, 2025
Refund Policies
100% Refund available until: May 5, 2025
Fees & Funding
Program Cost: $2700
Payment Process
Deposit: – $300
First payment: Apr 01, 2025 – $800
payment: Apr 15, 2026 – $800
Final payment due: May 01, 2025 – $800
Fee Covers
International lodging, activities (safari & cultural events), in-country travel, international travel insurance, breakfasts, drinking water, long travel day meals, and meals at cultural events.
Not Covered
UT tuition and fees, round trip airfare, passport fees, visa fees, some meals, and discretionary expenses.
Funding Help
Travel Dates
May 26, 2025 - Jun 23, 2025
Program Requirements
- Must be 18 years of age at departure
- 2.0 GPA
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