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International exchange programs are organized academic programs typically at universities in other countries and are arranged by the College of Public Health and Human Sciences in partnership with OSU GO. Travel to places like Taiwan, Finland and Australia while pursuing coursework specific to some CPHHS majors, or to meet Bacc core and elective courses.
Department of Sport & Health Science
Jyväskylä is the only teaching and research university in Finland with a program in Physical Education and Sport Science. It offers curriculum in sport pedagogy, sport and exercise psychology, adapted physical education, dance pedagogy, sports planning and administration, sport sociology, biomechanics, exercise physiology, science of sports coaching and fitness testing, gerontology and public health, physiotherapy, sports medicine, health education, and occupational therapy.
Finland is the seventh largest country in Europe, and after Iceland, the second most northern country. Despite its image as a snowbound landmass, it has temperate and distinct seasons. Jyväskylä is situated in the heart of Finland, approximately 300 km from the capital, Helsinki. It is a city rich with culture and arts, sporting events, education and business.
Where | Jyväskylä, Finland
When | Fall or Winter/Spring terms
Who | Kinesiology majors
Application Information | Application for Fall semester are due by February 15. Application for Spring semester are due by October 31. For additional information and a link to the application, visit the OSU GO program page for the Finland exchange program.
Contact | Zev Valancy, M.S. (CPHHS Advising Office)
Department of Health Science
The University of Sydney faculty in Health Sciences is recognized nationally and internationally for quality teaching and research, and programs provide a solid foundation in both clinical experience and professional knowledge. Undergraduate areas of study include: behavioral health science; exercise and sport science; nutrition; leisure and health; occupational therapy; and physiotherapy. Specifically in Exercise and Sport Science, research focuses on disease and disease risk, biomechanics, sport performance and neuromuscular control.
Sydney is Australia’s oldest and largest city and the business and cultural center of the country. It is located on the spectacular east coast, which is known for superb beaches, an average of 342 sunny days a year, and beautiful natural scenery. Students in the Health Sciences study at the Cumberland Campus in Lidcombe, approximately one hour from downtown Sydney. And, because Australia is on the other side of the equator, our fall is their spring, our winter is their summer.
Where | Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
When | Fall semester (summer/fall quarters from late July-December) or Spring semester (winter/spring quarters from February-May)
Who | Kinesiology majors or minors
Application Information | Application for Fall semester are due by February 15th. Application for Spring semester are due by October 31st.For additional information and a link to the application, visit the OSU GO program page for the University of Sydney exchange program.
Contact | Zev Valancy, M.S. (CPHHS Advising Office)
This program is designed to allow students to be independent while at the same time have access to the host faculty member from Fu Jen University. Located in bustling Taiwan, Fu Jen campus is centrally located with easy access to the downtown shopping district and cultural sites. Course work will be primarily focused on electives and Bacc core requirements and is a perfect opportunity for first and second year students who often are not eligible for other programs that require Junior/Senior standing.
Where | New Taipei City, Taiwan
When | Program currently on hold, will update when dates are available