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GEI Vietnam – Global Health (Summer II) (Directory Program)

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  • Locations: Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
  • Program Terms: Summer II
  • Homepage: Click to visit
  • Program Sponsor: Global Engagement Institute 
Fact Sheet:
Fact Sheet:
Click here for a definition of this term Language of Instruction: English Click here for a definition of this term Class Status: 1-first year, 2-sophomore, 3-junior, 4-senior, 5-grad student
Housing Options: Guest House, Homestay, Hostel/Hotel Click here for a definition of this term Areas of Study: Biology, Communications, Global Studies, Health & Human Services, Health Science, International Studies, Political Science, Pre-Health, Pre-med, Public Health, Public Policy, Social Science
Program Type: Field Study, Study Abroad
Program Description:
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GEI Vietnam: Global Health (Summer II) 

Program Overview
In this 4-week practicum, students collaborate on applied health projects with Vietnamese organizations. You'll gain field experience supporting health education, research, outreach, or monitoring and evaluation work - guided by local mentors and GEI faculty.

Program Highlights
  • Contribute to mission-driven public health initiatives
  • Learn through doing with real-world, hands-on assignments
  • Participate in weekly reflection and coaching
  • Document your experience in a capstone portfolio

Academics
Course & Credits (4 total):
  • MED303: Global Practicum (4 credits)
Learning Outcomes:
  • Apply health sciences knowledge to collaborative fieldwork
  • Demonstrate cultural humility and professional adaptability
  • Strengthen applied research, project, and evaluation skills
  • Reflect on global citizenship and purpose in health practice

Unique Experiences in Vietnam
You may work on health data systems, community mobilization campaigns, or maternal-child health programs. Placements are tailored to your background and level of study, from undergrad to early-career professionals.

Dates & Eligibility
  • Program Dates: June 27-July 24, 2026
  • Open to undergrad and grad students from all disciplines
  • No prerequisites required
 

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About This Program.
About GEI's Study Abroad Programs.
Contact GEI at studyabroad@global-engagement.org.
 
 
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