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Study Abroad Programs

International Agriculture Programs

Learn more about CAFNR's global involvement in development assistance for areas such as Sudan and Kenya through International Agriculture Programs.

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Study Abroad For Faculty

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Study Abroad

Why Study Abroad?

The College of Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources (CAFNR) offers a variety of programs around the world.

From Asia to Central America to Europe, CAFNR students can be found all over the globe at any time during the year.

Students get a fresh perspective on their education and place in the world, explore ideas with new friends, and learn a new language.

International experience can add a vital dimension to a student's undergraduate career.

CAFNR Study Abroad Programs Brochure 2008-2009 (PDF)

Programs in the Spotlight

Australia

Australia, the world's smallest continent, has 200 mammals, 200 lizards and 350 birds that are indigenous. During this summer program, students will learn about Australian animals as well as explore the unique culture and people of Australia.

Canada

During this 14-day excursion, you will be exposed to Canadian culture while traveling from the city of Calgary to Olympic Park in Northwestern Washington State. Any MU student can participate in this study abroad trip provided you have at least a 2.0 GPA.

New Zealand

The semester study abroad program at Lincoln University (LU) in New Zealand offers an amazing opportunity for students to explore and immerse themselves in a new culture and country. The South Island of New Zealand offers some of the most spectacular natural wonders in the world.

A winter break program, Intro to Agriculture and Natural Resources, is also offered.

South Africa

The semester-long program at the University of Pretoria offers an amazing opportunity for you to immerse yourself in a country that has dramatically changed in the past 10 years. Academically, you can take advantage of the wide selection of courses in the Faculty (College) of Natural and Agricultural Sciences as well as other departments.

Costa Rica

The semester-long program in Costa Rica offers a wonderful opportunity to immerse yourself in the Latin American culture and way of life. To experience firsthand the rain forest and tropical agriculture, you will study at a world-class international college specializing in sustainable agriculture and natural resource management. Summer and horticulture programs are also offered.

Prague, Czech Republic

This six-week program in Prague is designed to give you an introduction into Czech university life, rural farm life, agricultural production, agricultural marketing, history, humanities and international affairs. Along with class work, students participate in excursions to working farms in different regions of the Czech Republic.

Ireland

Experience the Irish culture and its rural development on this month-long traveling program in Ireland and Northern Ireland.

Thailand

Experience the fascinating Thai culture while studying aspects of conservation and the incredibly rich diversity of terrestrial and marine life during a three-week winter break study abroad program to Thailand.

Germany

Experience German culture and learn about unique German foods and beverages and their production methods in CAFNR's two-week summer study abroad program in Germany. (Please note, this program will not run in 2009.)

Reading, United Kingdom

MU participates in a direct enrollment program with the University of Reading (UR) in the United Kingdom. You will live in UR residence halls, take regular university courses with British students and faculty, and experience the British style of living and learning, which differs substantially from that of the United States.

Toulouse, France

The France program gives you the chance to absorb French culture, history, rural development and agricultural systems. You'll also learn how European Union membership and policies have affected agriculture in France. Contact the study abroad office for more information.