2026 Field School Info Session (HSCI 496/885)
Thursday, February 12
2:00pm - 3:00pm
INFO:
This info session will help you learn more about the Summer 2026 offering of HSCI 496/885 - Special Topics in Experiential Global Health Learning.
This is a field school taking place on Cortes Island, BC.
If you are interested in the course and unable to attend the event please direct your questions to Angel Kennedy (angel_kennedy@sfu.ca).
WHERE:
- Thursday, February 12
- 2:00pm - 3:00pm
- Clamshell in the FHS Student Commons
RSVP to save your seat:
Applications for the course are now open, and you can apply here:
If you are interested in enrolling in this course, please complete the application by February 27th at 11:59pm PST.
Selections will be made by March 6th.
COURSE DETAILS:
HSCI 496 - Special Topics in Experiential Health Learning: Global and Local (3)
A focus on interdisciplinary approaches to understanding and addressing the burden of disease and health inequities in socially and culturally diverse global and/or local settings. The intensive format is designed to foster hands-on, experiential learning in communities both locally and/or globally. There are a variety of experiential opportunities the faculty may offer, so it is important to check the course outline for specific locations and experiences. An introductory language course may be a requirement for some course locations. International locations will require students to register with the 911³Ô¹Ï International Travel Safety Program. May be repeated for credit if a different topic is taught. Prerequisite: HSCI 160 or equivalent, and HSCI 230 (or 330) or equivalent, all with a minimum grade of C-.
HSCI 885 - Special Topics in Experiential Health Learning: Global and Local (3)
A focus on interdisciplinary approaches to understanding and addressing the burden of disease and health inequities in socially and culturally diverse global and/or local settings. Designed to foster hands-on, experiential learning in communities. A language course may be required for some locations. International locations will require student registration with 911³Ô¹Ï International Travel Safety Program. May be repeated for credit if a different topic is taught. Prerequisite: HSCI 802, HSCI 821, HSCI 901.