- Tokyo, Japan
*Being updated for 2026* Maymester Asia is a proposed three-week experience in two Asian countries. For the first term, the program will involve study in Japan (two weeks) and South Korea (one week). These countries are highly vulnerable to climate change impacts like rising sea levels, extreme weather, and heat waves. Their resiliency is evident in the innovative architectural and urban design strategies that they have adopted to mitigate and adapt to these challenges. The design programs in the School of Architecture would benefit greatly from this experiential learning opportunity, which is in keeping with the goals of the University and the School's Strategic Plan Initiatives. The program will take place during the official May sub-term dates and provide a four-credit offering, including the one-credit Spring International Learning Seminar. There is no language requirement for participation.
Sponsored by UT School of Architecture
Course(s)
- ARC 386M / ARC 327R - Resilient Design
Academic Information
Students earn 4 hours of in-residence credit upon completion. Courses must be a grade and are factored into the official UT GPA. Course registration will fulfill Topics in Architectural Theory requirements- ARC 327R, ARC 386M. There are no prerequisites for this course.
Faculty
Associate Danelle Briscoe has taught at the University of Texas at Austin since 2009. Professor Briscoe has travelled to Japan and Korea five times, once leading a group of Architecture students from New Zealand.
Language(s) of Instruction
English
Eligibility
- Meeting minimum requirements does not guarantee acceptance
- Recommended minimum 3.0 GPA.
- Restricted to undergrad and graduate students in the SOA, Arch Program
- Students must be in good academic and disciplinary standing.
Service Learning/Internship
- Service Learning - No
- Internship - No
Open To
School of Architecture
Program Cost
*Program Costs may increase for 2026* $500 non-refundable deposit. Fee includes program activities, housing, and local transportation. NOT Included: Airfare, most meals.
Dates:
- Program: May 10, 2026 to May 31, 2026
- Instructional: May 11, 2026 to May 29, 2026
- Final Deadline: November 1, 2025
Application Code
355180
Program Coordinator
Briana Gina Arenas
Additional Resources
Financial Aid
Scholarships
Frequently Asked Questions
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Next Step
Please contact your program coordinator, Briana Arenas at briana.arenas@austin.utexas.edu.