What You’ll Study
TOTAL CREDITS - 12-15 per semester
API students who study abroad in Thimphu, will take courses with Bhutanese students, as only a few fortunate westerners are able to do! Students enroll in a minimum of 3 courses and a maximum of 5. Students who elect to complete 4 or more courses will be required to complete either the Introductory Dzongkha (language) course OR the internship. Students are, of course, welcome to complete both the language and internship classes if interested.
Courses are available in a variety of subject areas including international business, computer science, environmental studies, sustainable development, and much more!
INTERNSHIPS
For students looking to gain professional experience abroad, API students have the opportunity to participate in a for-credit internship monitored by a Bhutanese faculty member at RTC. Students will be assessed based on weekly check-ins and reports from the student and internship supervisor, and a final project or paper. The internship is graded and will follow the same grading system as the rest of RTC credited courses. Internships may be with a local or governmental agency (such as the Gross National Happiness Commission) or an international NGO. Students should indicate their preferred area of placement during the application process, and provide a short essay explaining the type of work they are looking to do and how that will apply to their degree plan or future career ambitions. More information and guidance will be provided upon acceptance. This invaluable experience will allow students to not only learn about the policies of a developing nation but to give back to the host community while earning credits at the same time! Note that students who are unable to or prefer not to complete an internship may substitute an additional course at RTC.