*TU Diversity and Social Justice in Healthcare in Turkey (Faculty-Led)

*Towson University

Summer

Istanbul, Turkey (Map)

Study abroad in Turkey with Towson University in Summer 2025! Explore the social, cultural, spiritual, economic, and political determinants of health equity, and access to healthcare through the lens of the social justice framework. Compare and contrast the Turkish and US healthcare systems in terms of access, equity, and health education. Deepen your appreciation of what it means to be a healthcare professional through site visits to healthcare and higher education institutions and organizations. Cultural activities, guest lectures, and community engagement opportunities will give you a broader perspective on the social components of health and healthcare.

The program is located in Istanbul - Turkey's capital city at the crossroads of Europe and Asia, steeped in thousands of years of history. Program highlights include a guest lecture by a representative from the Turkish Medical Association and visits to non-profit organizations, health clinics, hospitals, and local universities. Students will also take a walking tour of Istanbul's Grand Bazaar and visit the Blue Mosque and the Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque - referred to as the '8th wonder of the world' by art historians.

Program Schedule (PDF) (Subject to change)

Available Terms

Open to Non-TU Students

Dates

TU Application Deadline(s)

Program Director

Academic Information

Accommodation

Costs

Program fee includes academic credit, housing, some group meals, excursions, 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.

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.

Eligibility

Additional Information

Contact Dr. Nasreen T. Bahreman, 410-704-6541- TU Department of Nursing or Dr. Ebru Cayir Burke, 410-704-3723 - Towson University Department of Health Sciences, or the TU Study Abroad & Away Office.

To learn more, attend a Group Advising session offered Monday through Friday at 2pm in PY 408.

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.

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Summer 2025

Type:
TU Faculty-Led

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