Study Abroad

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UC Davis Study Abroad integrates global opportunities into the academic experience, supporting over 1,300 students each year in studying across 30 countries, exploring the world, and gaining valuable skills and competencies. In the quest for Global Education for All, Study Abroad goes beyond traditional programs to meet the academic, personal and professional needs of UC Davis’ diverse and driven student body. 

As a part of Global Affairs at UC Davis, Study Abroad aims to inspire global curiosity, understanding, and engagement.

Below is a list of pages across our website that have been tagged 'Study Abroad.' See our full list of current Study Abroad offerings.

 

Quarter Abroad Japan

In a ten-week spring program in Kyoto, participants complete Japanese language studies and a fieldwork course in the humanities, while exploring the city's traditional culture, arts, and surrounding regions through excursions and hands-on workshops.

The 2026 Global Learning Conference: Gearing Up for a World of Connection 

The 2026 Global Learning Conference brought students together to explore what it means to become compassionate global leaders through inspiring presentations, networking, and hands-on learning. From healthcare equity to study abroad preparation, attendees gained valuable insights, built meaningful connections, and discovered new ways to make an impact in an increasingly interconnected world.

Designing Meaning in Japan through Advertising and Graphics

Aubrey Vanson, a third-year design major and art history minor, is passionate about creative expression and the role of design in everyday life. This past summer, she participated in the Design in Japan study abroad program to further explore how design and advertising can communicate meaning.

Learning in London: Paola Simi’s Political Endeavors During Her Quarter Abroad

Studying abroad is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for many. Luckily, there are many valuable experiences offered at UC Davis that allow Aggies to develop new perspectives, both academically and personally. Paola Simi, a current fourth-year majoring in Political Science, can attest to this fact after her recent time abroad.