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- Dharamsala, India
- May 17–June 4, 2010
- Open to University of Minnesota juniors and above, including graduate students and non-degree seeking students
- Resident credit
- Field study
- Hotels
- No language prerequisite
- Sponsored by Center for Spirituality and Healing
Description
Tibetan Medicine, Ayurveda, and Yoga are interrelated ancient, holistic Tibetan and Indian traditions that integrate ethics, spirituality, and healing. While studying with experts in India, you examine the claim that systematic practice of these traditions promotes optimal health. Using critical thinking, you evaluate philosophical knowledge, cultural practices, and scientific evidence, and propose research-based programs for integrating these traditions into personal and professional life.
Curriculum
The course is CSPH 5318 and offers 4 credits. The prerequisites for this course are CSPH 5317 Yoga: Ethics, Spirituality and Healing and CSPH 5315 Traditional Tibetan Medicine: Ethics, Spirituality and Healing.
Eligibility &
Application
Open to University of Minnesota juniors and above, including graduate students and non-degree seeking students.
With good academic planning this program can fit well into the degree plans for many majors. Search for courses that fulfill Liberal Education Requirements or submit a course you want to take for review. Study Abroad in Your Major advising sheets explain why study abroad is important for a major, indicate what the department wants students to consider when selecting a program, and provide academic planning hints. This program may appear as a special recommendation on an advising sheet. If your major is not listed, talk to an adviser—this program may still fit your academic, career, and professional goals.
Estimated Cost
The program fee includes tuition and registration fees, orientation, and international health insurance. It may also include airfare, housing, excursions, and some or all meals. Please check with the faculty leader for the program fee and what is included.
Financial
Aid & Scholarships
Most financial
aid may be applied to study abroad. In addition, University of Minnesota students
are eligible for more than $500,000 in study
abroad scholarships. Visit the financial
resources web page for additional information on using financial aid and scholarships
for study abroad.
More Information
Contact Carla Mantel (612.624.5166) at the Center for Spirituality and Healing, or visit the course description web page.
Last modified on October 30, 2009 |