*TU Finding the Good Life: An Exploration of the Happiest Place on Earth, Denmark (Faculty-Led)

*Towson University
Summer
Copenhagen, Denmark (Map)
Malmo, Sweden (Map)


Study positive psychology in Denmark in Summer 2024. Gain an understanding of the human pursuit of happiness by comparing and contrasting the way different cultures have sought pleasure throughout history. Explore what "makes life worth living" and constitutes "the good life" in both the U.S. and Scandinavia.

Participants will spend time in Denmark's capital city of Copenhagen in addition to visiting national parks and nature preserves to discover how the natural world influences experiences of happiness. Program highlights include guest lectures by local experts, visits to the Happiness Research Institute, the National Museum of Denmark, Tivoli Gardens, an excursion to Malmo, Sweden, and much more!
Summer 2024
Yes

May 29 - June 9, 2024. Class assignments and lectures may also take place online and/or on Towson University's campus prior to and after the experience in Denmark.

MARCH 15, 2024. Admission is on a rolling basis. Early application is advised as space is limited.

Prof. Christa Schmidt - Department of Psychology

Students will choose one of the following courses for a total of 3 credits:

  • PSYC 494 Travel and Study Abroad in Psychology
  • PSYC 594 Travel and Study Abroad in Psychology (graduate students only)
TU students may also receive Honors College credit for their study abroad experience.

Shared rooms in hotels/hostels.

Program price includes academic credit, housing, breakfast daily, 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.

TU Finding the Good Life: An Exploration of the Happiest Place on Earth, Denmark Costs 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.

Contact Prof. Christa Schmidt, 410-704-3634 - TU 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/