*TU Culture and Psychology: Austria and Hungary from a Psychological Perspective (Faculty-Led)

*Towson University
Summer
Budapest, Hungary (Map)
Bratislava, Slovakia (Map)
Vienna, Austria (Map)


Study Psychology in Austria and Hungary in Summer 2023! Examine the values, ideas, and practical applications of psychology in the United States and Austria and Hungary. gain an understanding of human behavior and cognitive processes through the exploration of psychological theories, their application in the real-world, and how they are shaped by cultural variation. Students will observe psychological concepts first-hand through interactions with local residents, scholars and students from local universities, employees from local organizations, and guest lectures related to the local culture of Austria and Hungary.

Students will spend time in Vienna, Austria - the birthplace of psychotherapy and home to pioneering work from influential psychologists such as Sigmund Freud, Carl Jung, and Viktor Frankl - and Budapest, Hungary. Program highlights include guest lectures by local experts, an apple streudel baking class, an afternoon at the Budapest Zoo, and visits to Schonbrunn Palace, Musikverein Concert Hall, the Sigmund Freud Museum, and the Széchenyi Thermal Bath.
Summer 2023
Yes

June 4 - 19, 2023. Class assignments and meetings may also take place online and/or on the Towson University campus prior to and after the experience in Austria and Hungary.

MARCH 15, 2023. Admission is on a rolling basis. Early application is advised as space is limited.

Dr. Blaire Weidler and Dr. Faizan Imtiaz - Towson University Department of Psychology

Students will take the following courses for a total of 6 credits:

  • PSYC 494 Travel and Study Abroad in Psychology (3 credits)
  • PSYC 470 Special Topics in Psychology (3 credits)

TU students may receive Honors credit for their study abroad experience.

 

Shared rooms in hotels and university housing.

Program fee includes academic credit, housing, academic visits, cultural activities, daily breakfast, a welcome and farewell dinner, transportation passes in Vienna and Budapest, and health insurance. Additional costs include international airfare, all other meals, personal expenses, and the Study Abroad/Away Fee.

The Towson University Study Abroad & Away Office reserves the right to make any necessary changes including adjustments in cost in the event that unforeseen circumstances arise.

Program Cost Chart

Note: International airfare is NOT included in the program cost. Students will be responsible for making their own travel arrangements to the program location to arrive by the designated date and time. The Study Abroad & Away Office will identify an optional flight which participants are encouraged to purchase independently.

Withdrawals/Refunds: After admission into the program, the student is responsible for the full program fee. Should the student wish to withdraw from the program for any reason after admission, only recoverable expenses may be refunded. Non-recoverable expenses may include but are not limited to costs paid to a study abroad provider, travel agency, or other third party by TU on the students behalf; housing; transportation; non-refundable deposits; activity fees; honorariums; guest lecture fees. Towson University withdrawal/drop/add deadlines do not apply. The student must submit their intention to withdraw in writing to the TU Study Abroad & Away Office.

Students must have a cumulative GPA of 2.5, a high school diploma or equivalent experience, and be at least 18 years old. Prerequisites: PSYC 101 or consent of instructor.

Contact Dr. Blaire Weidler, 410-704-3076 or Dr. Faizan Imtiaz, 410-704-2263 - Towson University Department of Psychology or the TU Study Abroad & Away Office.

To learn more, attend a Group Advising Session offered Monday through Friday at 2pm.

NOTE: Please check the Centers for Disease Control website for information regarding any recommended and/or required vaccinations and medications for your destination.

IMPORTANT: We strongly encourage all study abroad/away participants to get vaccinated and boosted against COVID-19 prior to their experience. Participants will be subject to the entry requirements and COVID related regulations of the host destination and program provider/host institution. We recommend students consider purchasing travel insurance with cancel for any reason (CFAR) coverage. Students will be responsible for any COVID related expenses incurred during their experience abroad/away.
Type:
TU Faculty-Led

 

http://www.towson.edu/studyabroad/