Other Programs

The Bing Overseas Studies Program recognizes the value of study abroad in a variety of forms beyond the established full-quarter programs. This section highlights new programs, special collaborations, and unique opportunities. It will be updated as we add new programs.

We encourage you to visit this section often to learn about new opportunities.

Asia Internships

10-12 week summer internship programs in Asia for highly qualified undergraduate students. For the 2007-08 Asia Internships, BOSP will support internship positions in People’s Republic of China, Japan, and Republic of Korea.

Cape Town

Special full-quarter program in Spring Quarter 2007-08: Community Development and Public Health in Post-Apartheid South Africa led by Dr. Timothy Stanton.

The program’s academic objectives are to introduce students to the people, history, politics and culture of post-apartheid South Africa with an emphasis on health-focused community reconstruction and development. Students enroll in seminars and service learning courses and conduct community-based research in Western Cape townships and informal communities.

Kyoto Center for Japanese Studies

Stanford University is a member of the Kyoto Consortium for Japanese Studies (KCJS), a consortium of 14 American universities. Established in September 1989, KCJS sponsors a rigorous, two-semester academic program for undergraduates who wish to do advanced work in Japanese language and cultural studies.