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January 2 - 17, 2009
This program will explore the geography of one of the most ancient and modern civilizations in the Middle East, Egypt. A visit to this region will showcase an extraordinary diversity in Egypt’s physical, cultural, and social landscapes. you will have the chance to see
the main geographic features in the Middle east: The Mediterranean Sea , Suez Canal, The Red Sea , The Nile and the High Dam, Sinai Peninsula , the Gulf of Suez and the Gulf of Akkaba
The regularity and richness of the annual Nile River flood, coupled with semi-isolation provided by deserts to the east and west, allowed for the development of one of the world's great civilizations. Students will tour the historic capital city of Egypt, visit Alexandria to see the continuity of ancient and modern on the Mediterranean Sea and take a cruise on the Nile to see the Pharonic temples and the Modern High Dam. Students will also have a chance to explore the Sinai Peninsula, the only land bridge between Africa and the Eastern Hemisphere, as well as visit Sharma El-shaikh which gave the Red Sea an international reputation as one of the world's most extraordinary diving destinations.
CREDITS
3 credits available in GEOG 333 or GEOG 533
Housing
Students housed in double or triple occupancy accommodations in Egypt.
Faculty Director: Prof. Foudan Salem, Department of Geography and Geoinformation Science, GMU
The program is open to George Mason University and non-GMU students, staff, faculty, and alumni, as well as to the general public. To obtain credit, you need at least a 2.25 GPA.
Program Fee: $TBD
The program fee includes:
Financial aid may apply. You may also apply for a Center for Global Education - Mason Abroad Scholarship click on the link for more information.
Center for Global Education - Mason Abroad reserves the right to make any necessary changes including adjustments in cost in the event that unforeseen circumstances arise.
CGE reserves the right to raise its program fees in light of currency fluctuations or any other unforeseen circumstances.
Deadline: October 3, 2008
To apply, first, consult the "How to Apply" section and, second, complete the online Center for Global Education - Mason Abroad application. You must pay the non-refundable $100 application fee for your application to be considered.
For more information, attend a study abroad info session.
Program Officer: Lamyaa El-Fadaly