STUDY ABROAD

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Explore health and cultural diversity in Uganda and East Africa

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Annual Participants
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Partner Institutions

One Health Annual Study Abroad Program

Immersive learning experiences in Uganda and East Africa

Program Description

This program exposes students to a One Health approach in a tropical and developing country setting, focusing on:

  • Human public health systems and animal health
  • Wildlife health and management
  • Veterinary public health and diagnostic laboratories
  • Food science, nutrition, and environmental conservation
  • Cultural diversity and natural ecosystems

Running from June to July annually, with customizable schedules for winter, spring, or autumn programs. International students train alongside local Ugandan and East African students in settings emphasizing the Human-Animal-Environment interface.

Coordinated by Expert Expeditions, Africa, Muse Safaris, Muse Wildlife Industry (MWI), and the Department of Wildlife and Aquatic Animal Resources at Makerere University’s College of Veterinary Medicine, Animal Resources, and Biosecurity (COVAB).

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Participating Entities

Collaborating institutions and organizations

  • College of Health Sciences (CHS)
  • Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA)
  • College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences (CAES)
  • Makerere University Biological Field Station (MUBFS)
  • Uganda Wildlife Conservation Education Centre (UWEC)
  • African Union of Conservationists (AUC)
  • Reform Africa (RA)
  • JESA Farm
  • The Uganda Society for the Protection and Care of Animals (USPCA)
  • Dr. Naluyima's One Acre Farm
  • Victoria Treasures Fish Farm
  • Central Public Health Laboratories (CPHLs)
  • Kirudu Hospital, Kampala
  • National Animal Diseases and Epidemiology Centre (NADDEC)
  • Uganda Virus Research Institute (UVRI)
  • National Animal Genetics Resources and Data Bank (NAGR&DB)
  • Gorilla Doctors
  • Ndere Cultural Centre

Eligible Disciplines

Fields of study for program enrollment

  • Biological Sciences
  • Environmental Sciences
  • Medical Sciences
  • Veterinary Sciences
  • Pre-Meds
  • Pre-Vets
  • Veterinary Medicine
  • Biotechnology and Biolab Sciences
  • Public Health
  • Animal Production
  • Wildlife Sciences
  • Aquatic Sciences
  • Food Sciences

Program Costs

Pricing details for the One Health Study Abroad Program

Program Duration 1-4 Participants 4-6 Participants ≥7 Participants
14 days $3,600 per head $3,200 per head $2,800 per head
21 days $4,200 $3,800 $3,400
28 days $4,600 $4,000 $3,600
35 days $4,600 $4,000 $3,600
Includes:
  • Airport pickup and drop off
  • Local transport
  • Accommodation
  • Meals (Breakfast, lunch, and supper)
  • Payment of field training personnel
  • Entrance fees to facilities
Excludes:
  • Any private expenses
  • Medical insurance
  • Air ticket
  • Alcohol

Note: For participants wishing to attend for less than 2 weeks, a budget quote can be provided based on the number of activities accommodated within the chosen timeframe.