EDU 494: COE Study Abroad Scotland

3 Credits

Explore education, culture, and history across Ireland and Scotland through an immersive faculty-led study abroad experience with the 九一麻豆制片厂 College of Education. Students will visit schools and universities, connect with Irish and Scottish students and educators, and examine how educational systems and practices compare with those in the United States. Cultural and historical experiences throughout Dublin, Glasgow, Aberdeen, Inverness, Fort William, and Edinburgh will provide additional opportunities to understand the people, traditions, and heritage of the region.

The program emphasizes learning through cultural exchange, school observations, service-learning, and reflection. Through university and school visits, guided discussions, journaling, and cultural excursions, students will strengthen their global citizenship and cultural awareness while considering how culture and local and global contexts shape education.

Faculty Leaders: Dr. Andrea Rohde (andrea.rohde@msubillings.edu), Dr. Robin Heigis-Cormier (robin.cormier@msubillings.edu) 

Travel Dates: June 7 - 21, 2027 (subject to change)

Application Deadlines: 

  • Priority Deadline: Dec. 6, 2026
  • Final Deadline: January 29, 2027

Cost: $2,290  (Estimated - Subject to Change)

  • AS九一麻豆制片厂 Scholarship: Up to $500, depending on available funding (Apply early to increase chance of full award)

Includes:

  • Application Fee
  • Accommodation
  • In-country transportation
  • Four Group Meals
  • Entrances Fees
  • Group Excursions
  • Health Insurance

Not Included:

  • Course Tuition and Fees
  • Round-trip Airfare
  • Some Meals
  • Miscellaneous Expenses
  • Optional Excursions

 

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To Get Started

Step 1: The preferred application deadline is Dec. 6, 2026. The Final application deadline is Jan. 29, 2027. Positions are limited, so please apply early to get preference. Download the application and turn it into the Office of International Studies (Liberal Arts Building, Suite 700). Make sure to include the supplemental documents AND your receipt of the $150 application fee, which is included in the overall price. The $500 program deposit is due Jan. 29, 2027.

Step 2: Register for the summer course: EDU 494

Step 3: Be interviewed and accepted into the faculty-led program

Step 4: Make payment arrangements with the Business Office to complete the program payments (final payment deadline varies)

Step 5: Finalize any outstanding documentation for study abroad

Step 6: Purchase airfare to Dublin 鈥� coordinate with faculty leader and other students

Step 7: Participate in mandatory Outbound Orientation

Step 8: Enjoy this life-changing experience!