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Gustolab International: Rome - Fall Semester Program - FOOD IN ITALY: SUSTAINABLE MARKETS, PRODUCTS AND PROCESSES (Outgoing Program)

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  • Locations: Rome, Italy
  • Program Terms: Fall
  • Homepage: Click to visit
  • Program Sponsor: Gustolab International (GLi) 
Dates / Deadlines:
Dates / Deadlines:
Term Year App Deadline Decision Date Start Date End Date
Fall 2025 03/15/2025 ** Rolling Admission TBA TBA

** Indicates rolling admission application process. Applicants will be immediately notified of acceptance into this program and be able to complete post-decision materials prior to the term's application deadline.
Fact Sheet:
Fact Sheet:
Areas of Study: Advertising, Agriculture, Anthropology, Business, Communication, Communications, Culinary Arts, Culture, Dietetics & Nutrition, Earth Science, Ecology, Economics, Enology, Environmental Studies, European Studies, Film, Food Communication, Food Technology and Management, Gastronomy, Health and Human Services, Hospitality Management, Humanities, Independent Study, International Business, International Relations, International Studies, Italian, Italian Language & Literature, Journalism, Linguistics, Management, Marketing, Mass Communications, Media Studies, Psychology, Public Health, Public Relations, Tourism Click here for a definition of this term Minimum Undergraduate GPA: 2.5
Click here for a definition of this term Language of Instruction: English Click here for a definition of this term Housing Options: Apartment-Shared
Program Type: Field Study, Study Abroad
Program Description:
                                     FOOD IN ITALY: SUSTAINABLE MARKETS, PRODUCTS AND PROCESSES FALL PROGRAM 

This fall program is designed, promoted and managed by Gustolab International (GLi). Language Courses provider: Scuola Leonardo da Vinci Rome. The study of food is a new and interdisciplinary field linking ecology with the biological, social, and cultural sciences. It is best augmented by extended sojourns in rich and different learning environments – settings where students can observe and reflect upon differences in ecology and culture between their homes and this new place they have entered. GLi has pioneered in using the Italian peninsula as a natural laboratory for providing students with such a learning environment. In GLi’s programs the integration of coursework, fieldwork, and projects affords participants a unique perspective for engaging Italy. This engagement is driven by personal experience in markets, neighborhoods, and rural areas as well as reflection on important and timely academic issues. For our fall program these focus on issues of sustainability. This study program will assist students in understanding sustainable food supply chains in Italy through the study of its markets, products and processes.

CREDITS
Up to 16 credits. Please work with your home university study abroad office to assure full credit.

ELIGIBILITY
Open to undergraduate students. Particularly suitable to those interested in food studies, food systems, sustainability, environmental studies, cultural tourism, gastronomic studies, food heritage, sustainable hospitality, agribusiness, communication, nutrition and food science.
Graduate students, scholars, researchers and professionals are also encouraged to inquire.

What alumni say about their experience at Gustolab International
“As cliché as it sounds, studying abroad really does change your life. For me, Gustolab has opened my eyes to the world of incredible wine, olive oil and food production in general. Sustainability is definitely something I want to implement in my life and in my diet. Come with an open mind and allow yourself to be flown away by the Italian language, food and vital environmental issues.” A student from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

For more information: https://www.gustolab.com/direct-enroll/study-intern-abroad-in-italy/