At UC Santa Cruz, Global Learning offers transformative opportunities for students to expand their academic horizons and engage meaningfully with the world. Through study, research, and experiential learning abroad and away, students gain new perspectives on global issues while deepening their understanding of diverse cultures. These experiences often become defining moments in their education—shaping confidence, adaptability, and a lifelong curiosity about the world.
Students complement their UCSC studies by taking courses, conducting research, or participating in internships in locations ranging from Italy and Argentina to Australia and Washington, D.C. These opportunities provide fresh ways to explore academic disciplines, apply knowledge in real-world contexts, and cultivate cross-cultural understanding.
Global learning also plays a pivotal role in professional and personal growth. Students develop critical skills—collaboration, communication, problem-solving, and cultural fluency—that prepare them for success in any career. Living and learning in new environments fosters resilience, independence, and a broadened sense of purpose. By encouraging exploration beyond borders, the university empowers students to grow as scholars, citizens, and changemakers in an interconnected world.
