New Zealand

COM2051: Intercultural Communication

Prerequisites

EDU1001/1011, WRT1011, and one 1000-level Communications class (OR permission of the department chair)

Dates

June 12 to July 5, 2020

Program Overview

Study the relationship between culture and communication in multicultural New Zealand.
Explore New Zealand’s distinctive urban, rural, and coastal landscapes with time spent in Tauranga and Rotorua.
Engage with New Zealanders in informal settings as well as for structured projects on tourism and media.
Understand the role of cultural patterns and verbal/nonverbal codes in the development of intercultural relationships.
Recognize one’s own culture in order to deepen and broaden one’s understanding of self and the world.
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Housing, Transportation, and Program Activities

Stay in suites including bedrooms, bathrooms, and small kitchens
Transportation will include private van/bus and public transport
Activities include visits to local sites of cultural, historical, or natural interest, including Maori cultural sites, natural hot springs, and the Hobbiton film set.

Special considerations

Flights to and from New Zealand are l-o-n-g (almost 24 hours from New York). Your program will start while you are still experiencing jet lag.

Program Cost

Cost for this program is $6,500* and includes:

3-credit course
Group flights
In-country transportation
Field trips and housing
Some meals

Estimated additional costs: $900-1200

Student spending can vary depending on the individual. Additional costs include:

Most meals
Free time activities
Cell phone costs, if students plan to activate a roaming plan or purchase a local SIM card
Laundry
Souvenirs, gifts, etc.
Additional luggage beyond the first checked bag
Travel to reach departure airport

Landmark College’s “Global Engagement” Scholarship offers a scholarship of up to 50% of the program fee. Scholarships are need-based and in general there are 1 – 2 available per program. Applications are due Monday, February 24, 2020.