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CIEE Summer Comparative Public Health Systems II + III ( London + Amsterdam) (Outgoing Program)

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  • Locations: Amsterdam, Netherlands; London, United Kingdom
  • Program Terms: Summer
  • Program Sponsor: CIEE 
  • Dates / Deadlines
Fact Sheet:
Fact Sheet:
Program Model: Affiliate Language of Instruction: English
Minimum GPA: 2.5 Housing: Apartment, Dormitory
Academic Partner: CIEE
Program Description:

Summer Comparative Public Health Systems II + III

LONDON + AMSTERDAM

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Program Overview

Embrace your inner jetsetter and explore healthcare issues from the perspective of the British and Dutch. Begin your study abroad experience in London researching the challenges facing the British National Health Service. Next, travel to Amsterdam and investigate culturally sensitive issues like euthanasia and elder care. Courses are taught at CIEE Global Institute – London and CIEE Amsterdam and complemented with co-curricular activities designed to increase intercultural understanding.

Unique Experiences

EXPLORE DISTINCTIVELY DIFFERENT

approaches to Western public health, illuminated by site visits and expert guest lectures.

EVALUATE

the political discourse surrounding “free” healthcare.

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at iconic sites in London and Amsterdam, and beyond.

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Excursions - London

  • Explore a historic location outside London on a day trip. Previous trips have included, Oxford, Cambridge, Bath and Canterbury
  • See the famous Tower of London, including the crown jewels..
  • Explore central sites in the City of Westminster, home of Buckingham Palace, Whitehall, St James’ Park, Westminster Abbey, Big Ben, and the Palace of Westminster.
  • Browse the urban markets, on Sundays in Shoreditch and Brick Lane, for fabulous food on Fridays in Borough and for souvenirs in Camden.
  • Experience Shakespeare at the Globe Theatre on the banks of the River Thames.

Excursions - Amsterdam

  • Venture into the countryside to see a medieval castle, an authentic fishing town, or a small Dutch city with a rich history.
  • See more of the Netherlands with an overnight trip to Rotterdam, Maastricht, or Dordrecht.
  • Soak up Dutch culture with special dinners, bike tours, movie night at a city beach, concerts, flea market visits, or special museum exhibitions.

What's Included

  • Tuition
  • Housing
  • Advising before you depart to set goals and answer questions
  • Optional on-site airport meet-and-greet
  • Orientation – an introduction to culture, your academic program, and the city, plus practical information about living in your host city
  • Full-time program leadership and support in your host city
  • Field trips and cultural activities
  • Excursions
  • Insurance and other travel benefits, with CIEE iNext
  • 24/7 emergency on-site support

1 out of 3 CIEE students receives a scholarship - get yours!

GAIN Travel Grants - up to $2,000 toward travel costs guaranteed to all Pell-elgible students.

Gilman Go Global Grants - $2,500/semester and $1,000/summer, guaranteed to all Gilman applications.

Merit-Based Scholarships - $2,500/semester and $750/summer, awarded to students deomonstrating high academic achievement.

Minority Serving Institutions (MIS) Grant - $2,000/semester and $500/summer, guaranteed to all students attending MSIs.

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Why CIEE

  • 200+ study abroad programs in 40+ countries
  • $8 million in scholarships offered each year
  • 1 in 3 students receives a scholarship
  • Study tours and cultural activities included
  • Internships and volunteering opportunities
  • Rigorous academics
  • Cultural immersion
  • iNext travel insurance included

Questions?

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Dates / Deadlines:
Dates / Deadlines:
Term Year App Deadline Decision Date Start Date End Date
Summer 2025 02/15/2025 ** Rolling Admission 06/12/2025 08/05/2025

** Indicates rolling admission application process. Applicants will be immediately notified of acceptance into this program and be able to complete post-decision materials prior to the term's application deadline.