CIEE Sustainable Smart Cities in Cape Town, South Africa

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Locations: Cape Town, South Africa
Program Terms: Spring
Homepage: Click to visit
Program Sponsor: CIEE
Restrictions: Hope College applicants only

Dates / Deadlines:

There are currently no active application cycles for this program.

Fact Sheet:

Fact Sheet:
Minimum GPA:	3.0	Language of Instruction:	English
Housing Options:	Apartment (Shared)	Areas of Study:	Accounting, Anthropology, Arts, Biology, Business, Chemistry, Computer Science, Design, Economics, Engineering, Environmental Studies, Finance, Gender Studies, Health Science, History, Journalism, Literature, Management, Marketing, Philosophy, Political Science, Pre-Law, Psychology, Religion/Theology, Sociology, Urban Studies
Program Type:	Intern, Study

Program Description:

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Program Overview

Your Sustainable Smart Cites program in Cape Town lasts a full semester and provides an in-depth look at how South Africa's capital is using innovative urban design solutions to prepare for the future. You will enroll in at least one sustainability course that explores how urban planning, technology, and public policy contribute to sustainability in Cape Town while also enrolling in your choice of business, communications, STEM, language, and other courses. This program offers a wide range of CIEE courses, host institution courses, and courses taught online through CIEE's global academic partner, ASU. Enhance your experience with cross-disciplinary cultural and extracurricular activities related to sustainability. Live and learn in Cape Town!

Unique Experiences

VISIT PORTSIDE TOWER

CAPE TOWN'S TALLEST BUILDING THAT INCORPORATES ENERGY-EFFICIENT TECHNOLOGIES

TOUR THE MYCITI BUS OPERATIONS CENTER

TO LEARN ABOUT HOW SMART TRANSPORTATION SOLUTIONS ARE IMPLEMENTED TO ENHANCE URBAN MOBILITY

EXPLORE THE MILKWOOD CITY PROJECT

A PROPOSED LARGE-SCALE DEVELOPMENT AIMING TO INTEGRATE SUSTAINABLE LIVING WITH SMART CITY TECHNOLOGIES

Read About CAPE TOWN

Program Highlights

Featured Courses: Choose from a set of related courses that explore how innovative cities utilize digital technologies and modern strategies to prepare for the future and impact the environment.
Sustainability in Practice Workshop: Take part in an optional workshop to compare different models of sustainability in your host country and around the world. Topics may include business, public policy, technology, waste-management, and more.
Immersive Experiences: Participate in networking events with local sustainability initiatives, activities that address how urban planning and technology can help lessen the impact on the environment, meaningful volunteer work with local organizations, and study tours to meet local changemakers and companies driving sustainability efforts.
Academic Projects: Enroll in a for-credit internship, directed independent research project, or service-learning to develop integrated sustainable solutions that address economic, social, and environmental challenges.

Excursions & Activities

CIEE’s excursions and cultural activities in Cape Town will open doors for you to explore South Africa’s rich diversity, language, culture, history, contemporary trends, vibrant art, and timeless beauty in ways that will enhance your time abroad.

Samples of excursions and activities:

Tour Green Point Urban Park to learn about its eco-friendly water management systems, biodiversity conservation efforts, and role as a green space promoting community well-being
Visit Cape Town's smart city initiatives and meet with government officials and stakeholders to learn about the city's efforts in leveraging technology for sustainable urban development
Participate in hands-on urban sustainability projects that focus on renewable energy, water conservation, and waste management

Please note: Activities are based on past programs and subject to change at CIEE's discretion to adapt to local circumstances and participant feedback. Our goal when arranging activities is always to enhance your experience.

What's Included

Tuition
Housing
Advising before you depart to set goals and answer questions
Optional on-site airport meet-and-greet
Orientation – an introduction to your new culture, your academic program, and the city, plus practical information about living in your host city
Full-time program leadership and support in your host city
Field trips and cultural activities
Insurance and other travel benefits, with CIEE iNext Travel Protection
24/7 emergency on-site support

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Minority Serving Institutions (MIS) Grant - $2,000/semester and $500/summer, guaranteed to all students attending MSIs.

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Why CIEE

200+ study abroad programs in 40+ countries
$8 million in scholarships offered each year
1 in 3 students receives a scholarship
Study tours and cultural activities included
Internships and volunteering opportunities
Rigorous academics
Cultural immersion
iNext travel protection included

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