Study Abroad

Uganda

Program Full

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
Credits: 3

Registration

Register for: Summer 2024
Travel during: Summer 2024

Deadline

Mar 30, 2024

Refund Policies

100% Refund available until: April 12, 2024

Fees & Funding

Program Cost: $2,598

Payment Process

First payment: Apr 12, 2024 – $300

Final payment due: May 04, 2024 – $2,298

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 28, 2024 - Jun 25, 2024

Program Requirements

  • Must be 18 years of age at departure
  • 2.0 GPA
Pre-Departure Information

Contact

Robert Kagabo

Program Leader

Email: robert.kagabo@utahtech.edu

Phone: 435-879-4882

Office: HPC 311