A Nutritional Tour of Portugal, Spain and France
Students who participate in this program will have a unique opportunity to explore the rich culture and history of Spain, France and Belgium while learning about food and nutrition. You'll better understand the food, nutrition and culture of these countries by spending time in beautiful cities including Madrid, Barcelona, Montpellier, Paris, and Brussels. Some of the exciting planned excursions and events include visits to the Eiffel Tower, Palace of Versailles, La Sagrada Familia and many more. Students will tour a winery, visit an organic farm, cheese factory, local food markets, a chocolatier, and an olive oil mill, and attend several cooking classes with gourmet chefs. Estimated program fee will be approximately $4,000; however, this may increase due to currency exchange rates with the Euro. The application site is currently open: https://studyaway.uga.edu/index.cfm?FuseAction=Programs.ViewProgramAngular&id=13492
COURSES OFFERED:
• NUTR 4630 Cultural Aspects of Nutritional Sciences
• NUTR 5710 Study Tour in Nutritional Sciences
• Taught by UGA Faculty; 6 credit hours
PROGRAM FEE INCLUDES:
• 19 Nights in Madrid, Barcelona, Montpellier, Paris, and Brussels
• Breakfast each morning, a few select meals
• 16 Academic excursions and activities
• 5 Cooking Classes
• 7 Cultural excursions and activities including Guided tours of the Madrid, Barcelona, Paris, Plaza Major, Royal Palace, Plaza Catalunya, and more.
• Entrance to the Palace of Versailles, Eiffel Tower, Flamenco show, and more
• Transportation within Europe
PROGRAM FEE DOES NOT INCLUDE:
• UGA tuition and fees
• airfare to/from Europe
• most meals and personal spending
PROGRAM OPEN TO: All UGA students
PROGRAM DATES: May 12 –May 30, 2024
FINANCIAL AID & SCHOLARSHIPS
Study Abroad Competitive Scholarship
Students participating in the program are eligible to apply for an Education Abroad Scholarship. Applications are available online at
http://goabroad.uga.edu
Financial Aid
UGA students studying abroad in UGA study abroad programs only need to meet the standard requirements to receive financial aid. Once accepted into a study abroad program for UGA direct credit, the UGA registration process is done the same as if on-campus, therefore, no additional paperwork for financial aid disbursement is required.