T h e I n d i a S t u d i e s P r o g r a m is structured to provide you with both immer-
sion in a local community and broad exposure to the diversity of India. You will participate in two core courses designed to provide a broad overview of the historical, religious, geographic, and economic landscape of India. Building on your basic understanding of India’s past and contemporary realities, you’ll have opportunities to explore a variety of issues—poverty, social justice, rapid social change, religious pluralism—through the eyes and experiences of Indian Christians. Rounding out the semester experience, you’ll also have the opportunity to take courses in your particular area of study with Indian students and professors. www.bestsemester.com/isp/learn
C o r e C o u r s e S
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India’s Religious Landscape
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Contemporary India: Culture, Society and Challenges
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Field Experience and Internship
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Current Perspective of Business in India
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Traditional Indian Costumes and Textiles
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Indian Arts and Paintings
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Indian Literature
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Dimensions of Culture: Indian Cuisine, Traditions and Festivals
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Indian Society and Social Work Intervention
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As a n I S P st u d e n t, you’ll be part of the College’s community life and have endless
opportunities to embrace local culture and cultivate meaningful friendships. You will live alongside your international peers in a housing unit on the Bishop Appasamy campus, with easy access to laundry and cooking facilities. Lunch will be provided at BACAS daily, and arrangements will be made to assist in shopping for and cooking typical Indian dishes. Public transportation in and around Coimbatore is readily available. www.bestsemester.com/isp/live
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www.bestsemester.com/isp/explore Taj Mahal, and more. culture of Coimbatore—but you’ll also get the chance to explore Kolkata, Mumbai, Delhi, the two-week travel portion built into the program, you’ll not only be immersed in the diverse alone reflects the diversity of India’s history, people, and customs. And with an extensive mosques to Christian churches (Christian missions date back to 1647), the architecture
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ily industrialized city situated on the banks of the Noyyal River. From ancient temples and the state of Tamil Nadu. Known for its flourishing textile industry, Coimbatore is a heavCollege of Arts & Sciences (BACAS), a CCCU affiliate member located in Coimbatore, in T h e I n d i a S t u d i e s P r o g r a m is offered in partnership with Bishop Appasamy w w w. b e s t s e m e s t e r . c o m / I S P