Biotechnology is used to solve practical problems and to answer fundamental research questions throughout the world. Biotechnology majors can benefit from a study abroad experience by learning about the key scientific, social, economic, commercial, and ethical issues associated with the development and growth of the biotechnology industry on a global stage. Students majoring in Biotechnology may also find benefit by using their elective credit or general education requirements to supplement an international experience.
See the list of recommended study abroad programs below. Please be aware that for any external or exchange study abroad programs listed, students will need to check with their academic department to see if courses taken while abroad will transfer and fulfill needed requirements.
JMU Exchange Programs
Flinders Australia (Australia) - Fall, Spring, or Full Academic Year
Yonsei University (Korea) - Fall, Spring, or Full Academic Year
Universidad de Salamanca (Spain) - Fall, Spring, or Full Academic Year
External Programs
School for Field Studies - Australia & New Zealand, Cambodia, Costa Rica, Bhutan, Peru, Tanzania, Panama, Turks and Caicos Islands.
University of Cape Town - International Studies Abroad - South Africa
University of Alicante - CEA Study Abroad - Spain
Other Related JMU Programs
JMU Study at Oxford, England - Spring
JMU Study at St. Andrews, Scotland - Fall, Spring, or Full Academic Year