USC Human Biology majors are encouraged to study abroad during their undergraduate careers.
The top 2 programs that HBIO major students participate in is with Kings College London in London, UK and the Maastricht University in Maastricht, Netherlands. Both programs offer our majors an opportunity to expand educational experiences in another country.
Kings College London*
KCL has a special program for pre-med students: Health & Society, allowing them to combine coursework with opportunities to shadow healthcare professionals.
Maastricht University*
Maastricht University has over 16,000 students, of whom 47% are foreign. Faculty use a problem-based learning style which is comprised of small class sizes with the goal of helping students develop flexible knowledge, effective problem solving skills, self-directed learning, effective collaboration skills and intrinsic motivation.
Other Locations
Additional study abroad locations that offer Human Biology courses include London, the Netherlands, and Cape Town.
*If you are interested in studying abroad, it is best to travel and study during the spring semester of your junior. Prior academic planning is critical to ensure course equivalencies while abroad.
To learn more, contact your assigned HBIO Student Services Advisors via AdviseUSC, or visit the USC College Office of Overseas Studies.