In an area of study focused on effectively relaying information and communicating across various fields, an immersive intercultural experience is the perfect way to do exactly that. In addition to your courses, adapting to a new culture will naturally allow you to develop your cross-cultural communication skills. Take your communication studies to the next level and earn credit toward your degree while studying abroad!

Recommendation programs

Communication and Culture in Tuscany

Spend four weeks immersed in the food, culture and beauty of Tuscany. Study how culture and communication theories are enacted and challenged all around you while visiting local businesses, museums and churches with other MU students. Deepen your understanding of cross-cultural communication theories and experiences in a region of Italy known for its medieval architecture amazing food and world-famous Il Palio horse race. Enroll in these MU courses for a total of six credits:

• COMMUN 3470
• COMMUN 4960

Florence University of the Arts

Spend a summer, semester or academic year studying in the heart of Florence, the birthplace of the Italian Renaissance. Explore this beautiful city and the surrounding region on cultural excursions. Enjoy small class sizes and coursework taught in English by Italian and European experts, including a large selection of courses in media, publishing, advertising, communication and journalism.

University of Technology Sydney

Enjoy a semester or academic year in the vibrant city of Sydney! Choose from a diverse range of communication courses and benefit from UTS’s global approach to education. The university aligns its courses with industry needs to best prepare you for a career in communication. Outside the classroom, immerse yourself into the diverse cultural makeup of Sydney, and enjoy access to the harbor’s beaches and national parks.

Global Internships

Spend your summer interning abroad while earning academic credit. No foreign language skills required. Eight-week placements across a wide range of fields will help you improve your cross-cultural communication skills and gain flexibility, confidence and independence.