Do you love to travel? Are you passionate about justice, sustainability, and how the world is connected?
In the Global Development program, you will learn about important global issues such as poverty, conflict, and cultural understanding — and, most importantly, how you can contribute to a better future. This program is for those who want to make a difference, whether through aid work, development studies, or social work.
What will you learn?
Throughout the year, you work closely with various organizations and gain hands-on experience with aid projects in Rwanda, Uganda, Kenya, Sri Lanka, and the Maldives. We focus on:
- Poverty issues – causes and solutions
- Adventures in East Africa, Sri Lanka, and the Maldives
- Work with two different aid organizations
- Cultural understanding and international awareness
- Conflict analysis – how conflicts affect societies
- Global citizenship – understanding our shared responsibilities
- Project management and practical work in aid organizations
Who is this course for?
This program is especially suitable for you if you:
- Want to experience Asia and Africa
- Are considering further studies in development studies, social anthropology, human geography, teacher education, or social work
- Are passionate about global issues and want to contribute through practical work
- Want to increase your knowledge of different cultures and international relations
- Want to work on projects that make a real difference
Our Expectations of You
To get the most out of the year, we expect that you:
- Actively participate in classes, projects, and activities
- Show effort and engagement both academically and socially
- Contribute to a positive and inclusive environment
Study Trips and Experiences
The year includes long and exciting study trips to East Africa, the Maldives, and Sri Lanka. These journeys provide unique perspectives and insights into global challenges and solutions.
Study trip East-Africa
We travel to the heart of Africa — an adventure full of contrasts, encounters, and experiences you will never forget. The journey focuses on culture, adrenaline, and nature at its most spectacular.
We will visit aid projects in collaboration with the Strømme Foundation, go rafting and paddling on the Nile, and much more.
Study trip Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka is an island with soul. Here, you encounter a history marked by civil war and conflict, but also the hope that emerges through peace and reconciliation efforts.
Visits to aid projects and insights into post-civil war peacebuilding
Two-day meditation retreat in the mountains of Sri Lanka
Study trip The Maldives
Beach life on the Maldives
After many experiences in Sri Lanka, we treat ourselves to a few dream days on the Maldives’ white sandy beaches and turquoise waters.
Here, there are opportunities for surfing, diving, and shopping.
The entire trip (Sri Lanka and the Maldives) lasts approximately three weeks.
Teacher Hi!
If you accept a place in the program, I will be your teacher and mentor. My name is Tommy van Pelt, and I have a background as a teacher in subjects such as history, social studies, religious studies, and intercultural communication.
Travel with Purpose
Make a Difference!
How You Can Contribute to a Better Future