- Rome, Florence, and Reggio Emilia, Italy
This May Term program allows students interested in early childhood development a unique opportunity to explore the childhood education approaches with a focus on approaches practiced in Italy. REA is an educational philosophy that encourages children in multi-sensory exploration and creative self-expression. In the 4-week intensive study abroad experience, participants will interact with diverse populations allowing for a greater appreciation of the way that cultural differences affect how parents and professionals work together to foster the optimal development of young children.
Sponsored by College of Natural Sciences
Course(s)
-
HDF 378K
/
EDU 379
- Italian Approaches to Early Childhood Education
and
NSC 119 - May Term Seminar Italy (Spring)
Academic Information
Preference to students w/ six semester hours upper-division coursework in HDFs (or child development), anthropology, education, psychology, sociology, or social work. Students from other departments may be considered as long they have upper-division standing and instructor consent. Classroom space through Roma Tre.
Faculty
Taught by Dr. Amy Bryan, College of Natural Sciences, Professor of Practice in Human Development and Family Sciences, Director of the Priscilla Pond Flawn Child and Family Laboratory, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Registered Play Therapist, and clinical supervisor in private practice.
Language(s) of Instruction
English
Eligibility
- Meeting minimum requirements does not guarantee acceptance
- Recommended minimum 2.5 GPA
- Good Academic Standing
- UT enrollment during the spring semester preceding the program
- Must be fully vaccinated for COVID due to on-site requirements
Service Learning/Internship
- Service Learning - No
- Internship - No
Housing
Shared hotel accommodations. Please note, the program provider API requires that all participants are vaccinated prior to program start.
Open To
Students from all colleges and schools
Program Cost
*program costs may increase for 2026* The program fee includes the $500 nonrefundable deposit, accommodations, excursions, on-site orientation, welcome and farewell events, and entry fees to tours and attractions associated with the program. Program fee does not include airfare, or personal expenses.
Dates:
- Program: May 8, 2026 to June 2, 2026
- Instructional: May 8, 2026 to June 1, 2026
- Final Deadline: November 1, 2025
Application Code
355065
Program Coordinator
Katelyn Catino
Additional Resources
Scholarships
Financial Aid
Frequently Asked Questions
Int Travel Safety for Students
Video
Fin Responsibility Policy
Information Session
Events Calendar
Next Step
Plan to attend info session in Fall 2025 for more information! Info sessions 10/17 10-11am PAR203, 10/21 1-2 pm ZOOM. Click "information session" link above for Zoom link. Please contact Katelyn Catino at Katelyn.Catino@austin.utexas.edu for more information.