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Cape Town,
South Africa
Fall Quarter 2011
15 college credits
September 18 - November 25, 2011
This program has been cancelled for the 2011 academic
year due to low enrollment |
Cape Town is regarded as one of the
most beautiful regions in the world with the impressive presence
of Table Mountain, the legendary Devil's Peak and historical
Signal Hill standing proudly above the city. Cape Town
provides a setting for many scenic wonders, magnificent
seascapes and panoramic vistas. Cape Town is a city of
culture, built on a history that reflects in the architecture,
cuisine, music and dance. The town boasts a multitude of
entertainment, ranging from outdoor activities and adventures to
a roaring night life under neon signs. As Cape Town is
flanked by both the Indian and Atlantic oceans, there are plenty
of water sports for you to enjoy, whether it be surfing, rafting
or cage diving to see the Great White sharks. Another
popular activity is "kloofing", which is a combination of hiking
and swimming.
Academic Program:
This is a study program. Students must carry a 15-credit load
and are expected to fully participate in all class activities.
In addition to the African Life and Culture class, students
will take courses in African History and Ethnic Studies.
Application Requirements:
Students with a GPA of 2.5 or higher are eligible to apply.
Transcripts are required. Minimum age is 18.
Faculty:
The group will be accompanied by professor Ernest B. Johnson II,
currently a professor of multicultural studies in the Equity and
Social Justice Department at Shoreline Community College, and a
part time lecturer in African American Studies at UW. All courses are taught by this
faculty member, except the South African Life and Culture course,
which is taught by local faculty.
Accommodations and Meals:
Housing is in multi-bedded rooms on a self-catering basis in a
student lodge in Cape Town. Meals are not included.
 Cultural Activities and Excursions:
All students may participate in a specially designed cultural
activities program that includes visits to the Cape of Good
Hope, Boulder's Beach too see the penguin colony, and a 3-day, 2
night excursion along the Garden Route to visit a game reserve,
and a tour to the Eastern Cape.
Independent Travel:
The free weekends provide opportunities for independent
sight-seeing opportunities. AIF's local staff will assist with
choosing destinations.
Transportation:
Program costs do not include airfare. Optional transportation
package may be purchased.
Program Fee:
$6,725
Airfare is not included
GRCC tuition for 15 credits
is an additional $1,150
Included:
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Accommodation in multi-bedded
rooms in a student lodge in Cape Town
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First class travel pass for use
on the train system between downtown Cape Town and Plumstead
in the southern suburbs
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Orientation program and guided
sightseeing tour of Cape Town
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Access to experienced AIFS staff
for information and 24-hour emergency service
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Full day guided excursion to the
Cape of Good Hope, including entrance to the nature reserve
and visit to Boulder's Beach to see the penguin colony
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3-day, 2-night excursion along
the Garden Route to visit a game reserve where students will
have the opportunity to see the Big Five (lion, leopard,
elephant, buffalo and rhinoceros) on a game drive.
Accommodation, breakfasts and one group lunch are included.
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Tour to the Eastern Cape
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$50 non-refundable application
fee
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Student medical and program fee
refund insurance policy
Click for 2011 Cape Town
Brochure
To request information on program details, costs and
application procedure, see Information. |
