Why study Economics abroad?
"Every student of economics should seriously consider participating in EAP. Studying abroad allows students to broaden their academic horizons. They learn about the field of economics from an international perspective, developing a deeper understanding not only of the implications of increasing globalization, but also of how differences in political, policy, and other institutions matter for economic outcomes. At the same time, students sharpen their cross-cultural communication and problem-solving skills, making them better prepared for whatever careers they choose to pursue." -Professor Michelle Garfinkel Department of Economics

Suggested Do's		Suggested Don'ts
- Do complete an entire core course series either abroad or at UCI		- Don't take a portion of the core course series at UCI and the other portion abroad.
- Do  take courses that emphasize applications of theory especially to the host country.		- Don't take courses that emphasize abstract theory, since the content of these courses would be the same whether taught at UCI or a university in another country
- Do choose EAP courses with Economics content		- Don't choose a program with solely business content
- Do make an appointment with Social Science Academic Advisors to ensure you obtain degree credit.		- Don't assume you will obtain degree credit without consulting with your school advisors
Suggested Programs		Tips for Economics Students
EAP provides UC economics majors with unparalleled opportunities to obtain the broader perspectives, knowledge, and skills necessary to be effective professionally in a rapidly changing global economy. There are a variety of EAP programs taught in English or in a foreign language that can enrich your economics degree. Click below for some suggested programs for majors in: - Economics (doc) - Business Economics (doc)		The study of economics abroad differs from that in the U.S. in that the emphasis is on depth while U.S. education emphasizes variety. Economics students in foreign countries often begin studying their major in high school and proceed to take upper division courses upon entrance at a university. Thus, UCI students who study abroad will have the opportunity to receive more in depth training while engaging in an overall enriching experience. Many economics courses abroad require technical mathematics skill. For this reason, economics majors who wish to study economics overseas are urged to go in their junior or senior year after basic economics and math courses have been completed.

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Economics	Business Economics