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The University of Texas at Tyler
Tyler   •   Longview   •   Palestine
A centerpiece for learning,
culture and natural beauty
UT Tyler CGE

Center for Global Education

Create a Travel/Study Course

Consider the location where instruction will take place

  • Why choose the particular location?
  • Safety first: check the US State Department’s website for travel warnings
  • Contact a travel provider
  • Estimate cost for travel and accommodations
  • Will the students need visas?

 Plan your travel/study course

  • Consider academic rigor:
    • No credit will be offered for travel abroad that is primarily for site seeing, recreation, or pleasure.
    • 45-48 contact hours (2250 minutes) must be held in a 3-hour regular or summer session course. Trip orientation must not be included as part of the contact hours.
    • Each course must have learning outcomes equivalent to a traditionally delivered course.
    • Keep in mind that pre- and post-travel sessions and on-site sessions that are NOT orientation may be counted toward the contact hours
  • When will the class be offered? Fall, Spring, Summer I, II, or Long Summer? Consult with the chair of your department.
  • Write your syllabus
      • Try to be as specific as possible
      • Factor course materials into the cost of the trip
      • Consider the logistics of assignments and site reports overseas
  • Fill out the Travel Study Proposal Template
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