- Copenhagen, Denmark
This course will emerge students with experiences that allow them to gain an understanding of sustainability from a Scandinavian perspective by living and experiencing the local lifestyle and researching the circular economy from a fashion industry perspective. Students will engage with industry leaders in the local fashion industry who draw in experts from all over the world for the Global Fashion Agenda, Copenhagen Fashion Week and The Sustainable Fashion Summit. This course is open to all students across campus to create an interdisciplinary and collaborative environment inclusive of all backgrounds and degrees of study.
Sponsored by College of Natural Sciences
Course(s)
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TXA 365
- Sustainable Fashion in Denmark
and
NSC 119 - International Learning Seminar
Academic Information
Students will enroll in a 3-credit hour course, TXA 365, where they will learn about sustainable fashion in Denmark and beyond with hands-on, experiential learning opportunities.
Faculty
Jessica Ciarla is an Associate Professor in the Division of Textiles and Apparel and a fashion designer and entrepreneur who has worked in the private sector. She enjoys mentoring students from diverse disciplines and continues to develop partnerships for collaborative learning experiences.
Language(s) of Instruction
English
Eligibility
Service Learning/Internship
- Service Learning - No
- Internship - No
Housing
Housing TBD, but would be either shared apartments or double rooms in a dormitory with other UT Austin students.
Open To
Students from all colleges and schools
Program Cost
Program costs to be determined for 2023. Program budget is currently based on a similar program length, in a similar location.
Dates:
- Program: May 2, 2023 to May 23, 2023
- Instructional: May 2, 2023 to May 23, 2023
- Final Deadline: November 1, 2022
Application Code
355148
Program Coordinator
Alex Schnurpel
Additional Resources
Frequently Asked Questions
Fin Responsibility Policy
Next Step
1) View mandatory advising videos: Explore: Education Abroad 101. Attend a live EA Q&A to ask questions. 2) View the Ready to Apply video. 3) Self-authorize your application via the Get Started link below and apply! PC: Alex Schnurpel. Find advising videos, Q&A events at https://global.utexas.edu/abroad/apply/advising