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"IPSL holds cultural sensitivity as a central and essential element to the service-learning programs. I liked the fact that everyone must complete the academic portion of the program, which provides a framework for learning about the daily course of Philippine activities. What the majority of the visitors lack when they tour a country is knowledge of the national culture, history and language. IPSL upheld these three elements as crucial building blocks of the programs."
- Ashley, Queen's University, Ontario
The program is based at Trinity University of Asia. The fully accredited university serves over 4,000 undergraduate and graduate students. English is the language of the classroom. English, Filipino (the national language, based on Tagalog) and the major provincial languages are spoken by students on campus. The summer program includes two required courses and one elective. You may earn 6–9 academic credits in a summer. A transcript is issued by Trinity University of Asia upon successful completion of the program.
This course teaches students the native language in conversational form, as well as basic reading and writing, and is a prerequisite to immersion in the community or partner service agency.
Required | Recommended US Credits: 3 | More Course InformationIntroduces basic concepts in sociology and examines major institutions in Filipino society – family, education, religion, politics, economics, and the media. Also examines communities, social behaviors and movements, and theories and approaches to social change.
Required | Recommended US Credits: 3 | More Course InformationYou choose one elective from the regular university offerings in subject areas such as: Literature; Philosophy; Political Science; Education; Business Administration; Health Care. For an additional fee, students may be able to participate in the Trinity University of Asia Center for Intensive Language Learning in English or Nipongo, or take music classes at the Asian Institute of Liturgy and Music.
Optional | Recommended US Credits: 3 | More Course Information