University of Georgia

The College of Public Health offers students unique study abroad opportunities developed to provide life-changing international experiences in public health. These programs are geared towards public health students and offers both course credit while providing a broadened prospective on global health. Programs are led by College of Public Health faculty during Maymester and/or summer semesters.

Read more about our study aboard offering below or apply now at UGA’s Study Aboard Portal.

Programs

Comparative Health Systems of the World in Thailand

Program Dates: May 17 – May 31, 2024

Application Deadline: February 15, 2024

HOW TO APPLY

This Maymester study abroad experience will provide students with the opportunity to explore healthcare through a comparative lens, by comparing and contrasting healthcare systems of Canada, UK, Singapore and Thailand with the U.S. healthcare system. Students will visit three areas in Thailand to explore the history of the development of healthcare in Thailand, how the healthcare system has evolved over time, the role of government in healthcare, the relationship between culture and health. The visits will also students to better understand how health policies can affect universal health coverage, equity and efficiency of health systems. Students will be immersed in the different challenges and solutions to healthcare in different countries, including healthcare delivery, organization models, funding models, workforce issues, and outcomes. The in-depth view of country experiences will be provided through classroom discussion, guest lectures from healthcare professionals, and site visits to healthcare facilities and policy making institutions in Thailand.

Courses Offered

Undergraduate Track

  • HPAM 3650: Comparative Health Systems

Graduate Track

  • HPAM 7650: Comparative Health Systems

Faculty Instructors

  • Dr. M. Mahmud Khan, Department Head & Professor, Health Policy & Management, College of Public Health

How to Apply

The application and additional program details, such as the program itinerary and housing information, can be found at the UGA Go Abroad Portal maintained by the UGA Office of Global Engagement.  Program orientation dates can be found on the Global Engagement Events Calendar.

 

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