Students planning to study in Australia or New Zealand who cannot fulfill this requirement at Cornell must complete two such courses while abroad. If you have questions about a specific course, please consult Dean Wasyliw. Some especially competitive programs require substantial prior course work in the proposed course of study as a prerequisite to acceptance. If you intend to enhance your major with study abroad, you may need advanced course work in that field. As with language study, area studies preparation beyond the minimum is highly recommended.
Most students plan a significant amount of academic work toward the major while abroad.
Whether or not you intend to earn major credit, the college requires that time spent abroad will not impede progress toward the degree. Continuing discussion with your advisor via e-mail while abroad is often necessary as well, and works best when you have already established communication with your advisor. Credit for the major is actually awarded by the DUS after you return from study abroad. Most students find the junior year optimal for study abroad. Study abroad in the sophomore year is possible, however, if you have chosen a major and satisfied its prerequisites early on.