Summer 2024 Global Seminars

1 of 10, Camilia Botnar Plaza at Hebrew University of Jerusalem

Israel

2 of 10, Canal boats with buildings on either side

The Netherlands

Japan

4 of 10, Students looking at Brandenburg Gate

Germany

5 of 10, Students listening to presentation in art shop

Puerto Rico

6 of 10, Four students posing in front of Cliffs of Moher

Ireland

California organic farm

8 of 10, Group photo in front of Pride banner

Spain

9 of 10, Students on beach with sea turtle

Costa Rica

10 of 10, Student taking notes with view of glacier

Switzerland

What is a Global Seminar?

UC San Diego Global Seminars are summer session global experiences led by a UCSD professor. Students enroll in a package of two courses for a total of eight UCSD quarter units. Class sizes are between 15–28 students, so there are excellent opportunities for one-on-one interaction with some of the best faculty at UCSD. All courses are taught in English.

Global Seminars Mission

Our mission is to increase access to study abroad opportunities for all students in good academic and disciplinary standing regardless of socio-economic status, race, gender, sexuality, or disability. Our programs are designed to provide a supportive environment where students can pursue an academically meaningful experience with highly rated faculty members focused on socially relevant topics for credit towards their degree. See the Study Abroad diversity page for student stories and resources.

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Global Seminar courses may fulfill additional major, minor, or general education requirements beyond those listed below. Download the syllabi from the program overview page and check with your academic advisor(s) to confirm.