These courses, selected by the student, will need to be approved by the student's advisor. All students seeking a minor will be required to take one course each in two different Asian traditions and at least one Asian American course. Study Abroad Opportunities in Asia India Emory University, in conjunction with the University of Virginia, offers a fall semester study abroad program in Jodhpur, Rajasthan, India. The program focuses on the study of language and culture. Students earn a total of nine credits for these courses, and can earn an additional six credits in individual research projects.
Jodhpur is a small, active city located on the edge of the great western desert.
It enjoys a dry and sunny climate, and the rich, colorful traditions of the area. The program itself is located in a massive stone fort that sits on top of a high plateau above the city. For 500 years, the fort served as the palace for the Maharajas of Jodhpur. Dharamsala - Situated in the foothills of the Himalayas and home to His Holiness the Dalai Lama, Dharamsala is the seat of the Central Tibetan Administration and the cultural and intellectual capital of the Tibetan exile community. This program integrates modern academic study, traditional Buddhist pedagogy, immersion in the Tibetan community, field research, and guided explorations of contemplative practice.