There are majors at IU that are not easily found in other countries, but with careful planning, students can study abroad and graduate on time even if they do not fulfill major requirements while abroad. Most IU programs do not offer coursework in HPER subjects; however, there are a few IU options and limited non-IU options that would allow students to take coursework in HPER subjects.
HPER students can also earn credit toward a second major or a minor, fulfill distribution, culture studies, and/or elective requirements while studying abroad thereby still keeping on track with graduation requirements.
All HPER students are recommended to work with the HPER department to verify that credit from a study abroad program can be applied toward their HPER degree requirements.
Please note that most programs listed on this flyer will not have options for all HPER majors. Programs listed may only have course options for one or two of the HPER majors. You will need to research each program option or contact Overseas Study for more details.
I. IU Programs
By choosing one of the following IU programs, students will receive comprehensive advising from Overseas Study in cooperation with major advisor(s). Unless otherwise noted the programs offer both semester (SEM) and academic year (AY) options. Those with summer options are noted (SUM).
Eligibility, housing, program dates,
cost and financial aid details for each program can be found on individual program flyers
or are available in our Information Center.
- Mainstreamed Programs in English
Mainstreamed programs offer the widest range of courses from the whole curriculum of these universities. These programs also offer the best opportunity for cultural immersion.
Programs:
Adelaide, Australia (Public Health)
Buenos Aires, Argentina (Public Health)
Perth, Australia (Exercise Science, Public Health)
Wollongong, Australia (Exercise Science, Nutrition Science, Public Health)
- Programs for Americans Taught in English or Other Languages
We offer a number of programs that provide a limited selection of area studies courses that are taught exclusively for Americans. Generally one language class is required for programs that operate in a country where English is not the native language. Some of the programs offer classes only in the host country’s language. Coursework taken on the programs may fulfill general education, elective, concentration or minor requirements.
Programs:
II. Other IU Programs
HPER majors are encouraged to consider HPER departmental programs developed for HPER majors.
- Melbourne, Australia. Tourism and recreation studies at Victoria University.
For details, contact Dan Sharpless (sharples@indiana.edu) in HPER.
- Underwater Science in the Dominican Republic (Spring Break or May). Research, anthropology & HPER.
For details, contact Charles Beeker.
- Study Tour in Asia (SUM). Three credit course in topics in Public Health/Healthcare in Asia. The course will involve an
overseas field study trip to Seoul, Beijing, Hong Kong, or Bangkok.
Additional programs are coordinated by IU departments, schools or campuses.
In all cases information about the programs (e.g. program details, credit awarded, financial aid, eligibility, deadlines, costs, application instructions, etc.) must be sought from the sponsoring unit.
See the Big List for more information
III. Affiliated Study Abroad Programs
IU does not offer programs in every location and language, so students may choose to search from
among the list of affiliated programs
and AESOP programs that are administered by other institutions. These programs are endorsed by our office based on the reputation of the organizing agencies or institutions and the quality of the programs and their academic standards. Students earn transfer credit on these programs and the use of financial aid is subject to approval.
As a general rule, the mainstreamed programs are most likely to include courses that fulfill major requirements. Offerings in the programs designed exclusively for Americans are limited and students should review the courses that are available and then consult Overseas Study for guidance.
IV. Other Non-IU Options
Some students' interest might not be accommodated by the options given above.
There are hundreds of programs available, and you can consult the
instructions for non-IU programs to get information on locating a program and procedures to follow.
The HPER majors at IU are not easily found in other countries. Mainstreamed non-IU programs in Australia tend to have the most course options for HPER majors.
V. Next Steps
After looking at individual flyers for programs you are interested in, there are notebooks in the Information Center that contain greater details. If you have further questions or want to speak with an advisor about academic issues, please call Overseas Study to arrange an appointment.
