Study Abroad in Psychology

STUDY ABROAD PROGRAMS FOR PSYCHOLOGY MAJORS

Psychology majors are able to study abroad in a variety of programs, including both Dickinson College programs and those run by colleges, universities, and other institutions world-wide. Students may study abroad for a summer, semester, or full year. Because many psychology majors become involved in research projects here on campus, they elect to study abroad for a single semester (fall or spring) of their junior year. Others decide to study abroad for the entire year. Below you can see information about our programs in Australia, England, France, and Denmark. 

Dickinson in Australia- University of Queensland

The Dickinson in Australia program, located at the University of Queensland in Brisbane, Australia, offers both semester and academic year options for psychology majors. Founded as the Dickinson College University of Queensland Science Program, this program is designed to provide students studying biology, chemistry, computer science, environmental science, geology, mathematics, physics and psychology with the opportunity to expand their understanding of those major disciplines though international study. Students from other majors are also considered for admission. Normally psychology majors take two courses from the UQ Department of Psychology, one other science course, and one Australian cultures class per semester. Before selecting courses at UQ, students should consult with their advisor or Prof. Marie Helweg-Larsen to determine appropriate psychology courses to enroll in. More information on the Dickinson in Australia program can be found here

Notes on the University of Queensland (UQ) psychology program: 

1. Students may take more than one PSYC 180 course at UQ. Courses noted as PSYC 180(1) fulfill the 100-level Group 1 requirement, courses noted as PSYC 180(2) fulfill the 100-level Group 2 requirement, and courses noted as PSYC 180(3) fulfill the 100-level Group 3 requirement.

2. Students may take more than one PSYC 380 course and/or more than one PSYC 480 course at UQ.

3. Dickinson students should not attempt to enroll in 4000-level courses at UQ.

4. Because differences exist in offerings between institutions, students are advised to choose psychology courses from the above pre-approved list.While other courses at UQ may be worthwhile and may complement a student's study of psychology, they will not typically transfer for credit as a psychology course. If a student chooses to take a course that has not been pre-approved, that student must request course approval from the Department of Psychology. The student should provide course syllabi, course descriptions, and samples of assignments in order for the Department to determine whether or not the student should receive Psychology credit for that course. Questions about Psychology course credit should be directed to Prof. Marie Helweg-Larsen.

Dickinson in England- University of East Anglia

The Norwich Science Program, located at the University of East Anglia (UEA) in Norwich, England, offers both semester and academic year options for psychology majors. Students benefit from access to the course offerings and research opportunities of a major research university while at the same time participating in the program-specific curriculum offered by the on-site science-program director. UEA has highly regarded programs in the sciences, particularly in the areas of biology, environmental science, psychology, and chemistry. More information on the Norwich Science Program can be found here 

Psychology majors enrolled in the University of East Anglia Science Program in Norwich, England may take psychology courses in the BSc in Psychosocial Sciences program. UEA psychology majors follow a very proscribed sequence of courses. Before selecting courses at UEA, students should consult with their advisor or Prof. Marie Helweg-Larsen to determine the appropriate cluster or clusters and appropriate courses to enroll in.

Psychology courses offered on the UEA program (whether courses are listed here or not) will be counted as ‘Dickinson courses’ and grades received for these courses will be factored into the student’s Dickinson GPA

  Notes on the University of East Anglia (UEA) psychology program:

1. Students may take more than one PSYC 180 course at UEA. Courses noted as PSYC 180(1) fulfill the 100-level Group 1 requirement, courses noted as PSYC 180(2) fulfill the 100-level Group 2 requirement, and courses noted as PSYC 180(3) fulfill the 100-level Group 3 requirement.

2. Students may take more than one PSYC 480 course at UEA.

3. Because differences exist in offerings between institutions, students are advised to choose psychology courses from the above pre-approved list.While other courses at UEA may be worthwhile and may complement a student's study of psychology, they will not typically transfer for credit as a psychology course. If a student chooses to take a course that has not been pre-approved, that student must request course approval from the Department of Psychology. The student should provide course syllabi, course descriptions, and samples of assignments in order for the Department to determine whether or not the student should receive Psychology credit for that course. Questions about Psychology course credit should be directed to Prof. Marie Helweg-Larsen.

Dickinson in France- Institut Catholique de Toulouse or Universite de Toulouse, Le Mirail

The Dickinson in France program, located in Toulouse, France, offers both semester and academic year options for psychology majors. Students may study at the Institut Catholique de Toulouse (fall or spring semester) or the Université de Toulouse, Le Mirail (spring semester). More information on the Dickinson in France program can be found here

Institut Catholique de Toulouse (ICT)

During both fall and spring semesters, psychology majors may take courses at the ICT. ICT psychology majors follow a very proscribed sequence of courses. That sequence includes taking several half-credit courses plus some full-credit courses all at the same time. To experience psychology as an ICT psychology major would, Dickinson students should take a series of courses, all from the same level, that total three credits. Before selecting courses at ICT, students should consult with their advisor or Prof.Marie Helweg-Larsen to determine the appropriate level or levels to enroll in.

Psychology courses offered on the ICT program (whether courses are listed here or not) will be counted as ‘Dickinson courses’ and grades received for these courses will be factored into the student’s Dickinson GPA

* Half credit courses cannot transfer to Dickinson as such. You can combine one half credit course with another half credit course of the same Dickinson course number which will then transfer as a full credit course with that course number. For example, a half credit PSY180(2) can be combined with another half credit PSY180(2) to transfer as a full credit PSY180(2). Or a half credit PSY380 can be combined with another half credit PSY380 to transfer as a full credit PSY380. And so on. Please see Prof. Helweg-Larsen if you have any questions about how the half credit courses might or might not transfer.

 Notes on the Institut Catholique de Toulouse (ICT) psychology program:

1. Students who complete both level 1 and level 2 of Cognitive Psychology (P21A and P41C) will receive credit for PSYC 130.

2. Students who complete both level 1 and level 2 of Developmental Psychology (P21C and P31C) will receive credit for PSYC 155.

3. Students who complete P11C Clinical Psychology, P41A Psychotherapeutic Practices, and P51B Clinical Psychology and Psychopathology will receive credit for PSYC 165.

4. Students may take more than one PSYC 180 course at ICT. Courses noted as PSYC 180(1) fulfill the 100-level Group 1 requirement, courses noted as PSYC 180(2) fulfill the 100-level Group 2 requirement, and courses noted as PSYC 180(3) fulfill the 100-level Group 3 requirement.

5. Students may take more than one PSYC 480 course at ICT.

6. Because differences exist in offerings between institutions, students are advised to choose psychology courses from the above pre-approved list.While other courses at ICT may be worthwhile and may complement a student's study of psychology, they will not typically transfer for credit as a psychology course. If a student chooses to take a course that has not been pre-approved, that student must request course approval from the Department of Psychology. The student should provide course syllabi, course descriptions, and samples of assignments in order for the Department to determine whether or not the student should receive Psychology credit for that course. Questions about Psychology course credit should be directed to Prof. Marie Helweg-Larsen.

Universite de Toulouse, Le Mirail (UTM)

During the spring semester, psychology majors may take courses at the UTM. Before selecting courses at UTM, students should consult with their advisor or Prof. Marie Helweg-Larsen to determine the appropriate psychology courses to enroll in.

* Half credit courses cannot transfer to Dickinson as such. You can combine one half credit course with another half credit course of the same Dickinson course number which will then transfer as a full credit course with that course number. For example, a half credit PSY180(2) can be combined with another half credit PSY180(2) to transfer as a full credit PSY180(2). Or a half credit PSY380 can be combined with another half credit PSY380 to transfer as a full credit PSY380. And so on. Please see Prof. Helweg-Larsen if you have any questions about how the half credit courses might or might not transfer.

 Psychology courses offered on the UTM program (whether courses are listed here or not) will be counted as ‘Dickinson courses’ and grades received for these courses will be factored into the student’s Dickinson GPA

 Notes on the Universite de Toulouse, Le Mirail (UTM) psychology program:  

1. Students may take more than one PSYC 180 course at UTM. Courses noted as PSYC 180(1) fulfill the 100-level Group 1 requirement, courses noted as PSYC 180(2) fulfill the 100-level Group 2 requirement, and courses noted as PSYC 180(3) fulfill the 100-level Group 3 requirement.

2. Students may take more than one PSYC 480 course at UTM.

3. Because differences exist in offerings between institutions, students are advised to choose psychology courses from the above pre-approved list.While other courses at UTM may be worthwhile and may complement a student's study of psychology, they will not typically transfer for credit as a psychology course. If a student chooses to take a course that has not been pre-approved, that student must request course approval from the Department of Psychology. The student should provide course syllabi, course descriptions, and samples of assignments in order for the Department to determine whether or not the student should receive Psychology credit for that course. Questions about Psychology course credit should be directed to Prof. Marie Helweg-Larsen.

Dickinson in Denmark- DIS

Danish Institute for Study Abroad (DIS) offers English-language study abroad programs for American university students in their third or fourth year of study. Students take four classes one of which is a core class that includes faculty-led, course-integrated study tours in Western Denmark (3 day trip) and a European city (5 day trip). DIS also offer many other academic and adventure trips. Some DIS programs also offer internships, and all students have the opportunity to volunteer with various organizations in Copenhagen. DIS offers many unique housing options including living with a Danish host family, a Danish roommate, or with other students in apartment-like or dorm settings in greater Copenhagen. Before selecting courses at DIS, students should consult with their advisor or Prof. Marie Helweg-Larsen to determine which classes to take. More information on the Danish Institute for Study Abroad program can be found here  

 Psychology courses offered on the DIS program (whether courses are listed here or not) will be counted as ‘Dickinson courses’ and grades received for these courses will be factored into the student’s Dickinson GPA

 Notes on the Danish Institute for Study Abroad (DIS) psychology program:

1. Students may take more than one PSYC 180 course at DIS. Courses noted as PSYC 180(1) fulfill the 100-level Group 1 requirement, courses noted as PSYC 180(2) fulfill the 100-level Group 2 requirement, and courses noted as PSYC 180(3) fulfill the 100-level Group 3 requirement.

2. Because differences exist in offerings between institutions, students are advised to choose psychology courses from the above pre-approved list.While other courses at DIS may be worthwhile and may complement a student's study of psychology, they will not typically transfer for credit as a psychology course. If a student chooses to take a course that has not been pre-approved, that student must request course approval from the Department of Psychology. The student should provide course syllabi, course descriptions, and samples of assignments in order for the Department to determine whether or not the student should receive Psychology credit for that course. Questions about Psychology course credit should be directed to Prof. Marie Helweg-Larsen.