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The University of Pittsburgh is pleased to offer a seven week summer study abroad program which introduces students to the fascinating country of India. The first six weeks of the program will be held at the University of Hyderabad in the culturally rich city of Hyderabad. The remaining week will be spent travelling in a desingated region of India.
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The city of Hyderabad is the fifth largest city in India with a history dating from the 14th century. From the 17th through the 19th centuries it was one of the most opulent cities in Asia. Today it is pluralistic, using four languages officially (Telugu, Hindi, Urdu, and English) and is a microcosm of Indian religious and ethnic diversity. The city has a moderate climate and is home to five major universities and several research and cultural institutes.
Read More About Hyderabad!!!
The University of Hyderabad is a nationally funded university founded in 1974. It is a strong research and teaching university with a computerized library and an internationally connected faculty. It is situated on a 2000 acre campus roughly 15 miles outside of Hyderabad. Recently the University of Hyderabad was designated as one of the top five universities in India.
Read More About the University of Hyderabad and SIP Program!!!
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| Academic Program, Certificates, & Courses |
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The Academic Program:
The program will be coordinated by Dr. Aparna Rayaprol, who earned her Ph.D. in Sociology at the University of Pittsburgh and who is now faculty at the University of Hyderabad.
Certificate Programs:
Credits earned on the program can be used toward the fulfillment of the following:
· Certificate in Asian Studies
· Product Realization Certificate for Engineering and Business students
· Certificate in International Business
STUDENTS TAKE 6 - 9 CREDITS (2 or 3 of the following courses)
The Pitt in India academic program spans 6 weeks on the University of Hyderabad’s campus (after which, students will spent a week touring North India). Students will take 2 or 3 of the following 4 courses (for a total of either 6 or 9 credits).
1. ANTHRO 1764: Contemporary India (3 credits)
2. ECON 0905: Modern Indian Economy (3 credits)
3. ENGR 1620: Product Design and Development in India (3 credits)
4. SOC 1414: Ethnography and the Indian Landscape (3 credits)
ANTHRO 1764: Contemporary India (3 credits)
This core course is interdisciplinary and seeks to introduce India in its multi-faceted dimensions. The course is structured into two parts - Part A presents an overview of the diversity that exists in India; part B focuses on selected themes/issues that are of current interest/concern in the country today. The aim of this course is to provide a broad understanding of India and to expose the students to the prevailing debates on various issues confronting contemporary India.
ECON 0905: Modern Indian Economy (3 credits)
An introductory description and analysis of the Indian economy within the context of development economics. Alternative development policies relevant to international trade, agriculture, industry, health, stages of growth, technology and education will be examined in the Indian context. The roles played by government, population growth, income distribution, and foreign aid in the process of India's economic development will be discussed. The course will concentrate on India's recent experience with reforms towards liberalization, and her climb in the global economic scene. Topics include:
- The arrival of liberalization in India (some and basic economic facts)
- The arrival of new technology (looking at recent IT boom)
- The increase in foreign-collaborations (examine the statistics in foreign investment etc)
- A brief look at the Indian economy structure and change)
- The role of social factors (media, culture, religion, language and other)
- Case studies (to be gathered from various sources)
ENGR 1620: Product Design and Development (3 credits)
The focus of Product Design and Development is integration of the marketing, design, and manufacturing functions of firms in creating new products in a diverse economy that is experiencing rapid growth. Students will analyze several case-studies within the Indian context to study the multiple stages involved with new product creation, design, engineering, and production. The importance of creating new products suited for rural-agricultural settings which are eco-friendly and satisfy sustainable economic communities will be addressed throughout the course. Topics include:
- Discuss the set of tools and methods for product design and development
- Develop abilities to create a new product
- Awareness of the role of multiple functions in creating a new product (e.g. marketing, finance, industrial design, engineering, production).
- Ability to coordinate multiple, Interdisciplinary tasks in order to achieve a common objective (examine local conditions, needs and constraints
- Case studies (to be gathered from various sources)
SOC 1414: Ethnography and the Indian Landscape (3 credits)
This course focuses on developing skills in observing and interpreting the contemporary Indian landscape and providing an avenue to meaningful interaction with contemporary India. Students develop ethnographic skills for observing and interpreting the contemporary Indian landscape. Independent research projects will be expected. Topics include:
- gender issues
- human rights
- minority issues
- development projects
- religious pluralism
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For the final week of the program, students will journey in North India, seeing the incredible cities of Delhi, Jaipur as well as Agra, home to the famous Taj Mahal. Visit the Photo Gallery Page to see the sights that you can see this summer!
| Leave the U.S. |
Friday, 6 June 2008
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| Arrive in Hyderabad |
Saturday, 7 June 2008
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| Classes Start |
Monday, 9 June 2008
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| Classes End |
Friday, 18 July 2008
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| Leave Hyderabad |
Saturday, 19 July 2008
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| Excursion to North India |
Saturday, 19 July 2008
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| Leave India from Delhi |
Saturday, 26 July 2008
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For Pitt Students: $3300.00 +international airfare
For Non-Pitt Students: $3500.00 +international airfare
Fee includes:
- Tuition and fees for six credits
- Housing and meals
- Field trips to various sites of cultural importance
- Students will also have access to bicycles at no charge
- North Indian Excursion
- Health Insurance through HTH
Additional Expenses:
Students will need to budget for airfare, meals not covered in program fee, books, health insurance, and personal expenses. An estimated budget for these expenses is shown below. Because students' spending habits vary depending on living and travel preferences, this should only be a rough approximation.
| Airfare to Hyderabad |
$1500
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| Visa |
$200
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| Personal Expenses |
$400
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| Local transportation (taxi/buses) |
$80
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| Books |
$50
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| Administrative Fee |
$350
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| Non-Refundable Pitt Application Fee |
$50
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FINANCIAL AID AND SCHOLARSHIPS
All state and federal financial aid (with the exception of work-study grants) and most Pitt scholarships which you would normally receive if you were studying on campus are applicable to this program. Students who wish to apply for financial aid should do so as early as possible in the Office of Admissions and Financial Aid , Alumni Hall. In addition to financial aid, these scholarships are applicable to the PITT IN INDIA program:
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University guest houses are available for all students. Students will be housed in double rooms which have a private bath. Indian style food, which is mainly vegetarian, and hygienic water will be provided. Optional weekend homestays are also available.
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| Application Deadline and Requirements |
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Application deadline for Summer 2008:
Friday, 8 February 2008
You may download the Program Application by clicking here. If you are intending to do an internship, you must submit your internship application and your program application at the same time. There is no rolling admissions for this program; all complete applications will be reviewed after the application deadline. Students will receive notification of admission status within two weeks after the application deadline.
Admission Requirements
Sophomores, juniors, and seniors in any academic major with at least a 2.75 QPA are encouraged to apply. Juniors and seniors who have a 3.00 QPA or higher are preferred. Pitt students that do not have a 2.75 QPA will need approval from their school. If you would like to spend your final term abroad, you must also obtain special approval.
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