PROGRAM OVERVIEW
AT-A-GLANCE
LOCATIONS
Spain | Morocco| The Netherlands
PROGRAM DATES
December 29, 2026 – January 16, 2027
LANGUAGE OF INSTRUCTION
English
APPLICATION DEADLINE
September 30, 2026
The Diplomacy and Human Rights in the Mediterranean January Term (J-Term) Traveling Seminar is a hands-on field study course designed to help students explore the economic, political, legal, and moral challenges of international human rights promotion:
- Visit embassies to speak with diplomats to explore the role of foreign policy
- Meet refugees to understand the extraordinary challenges of displacement and exile
- Briefings by NGOs and witness the projects they put in place to help their communities
- Engage with activists, scholars, and journalists to appreciate how human rights discourse can shape, or stifle, debate on key issues of the day like migration and rule of law
- Visit the international courts – the ICC and the ICJ – and learn from legal experts about the role of international justice in protecting human rights, how the mechanisms of international law function, and why they are now under threat
- Gain a greater understanding of political and social challenges beyond our borders and learn to evaluate them within their historical, geographical, and cultural contexts
- Explore and appreciate the diverse cultures of the countries in which we travel – sample tapas in Barcelona, haggle in the souks of Morrocco, cruise the canals of Amsterdam, visit historical sites and museums, eat at local restaurants, and meet local residents
Please note: IAU reserves the right to cancel programs due to low enrollment. Itineraries are tentative and subject to change at the discretion of IAU. Students should consult with an IAU advisor prior to purchasing their flights.
ACADEMICS
Students can choose one of the following courses:
- International Relations 355: Diplomacy & Human Rights in the Mediterranean
- Political Science 355: Diplomacy & Human Rights in the Mediterranean
- International Relations 555: Diplomacy & Human Rights in the Mediterranean
All content and the itinerary is subject to change.
ITINERARY
Sample itinerary, all details subject to change.
FACULTY
Dr. Gregory Mose is a professor of international law and politics at IAU. He received his AB in English Literature from Harvard College and his JD from Duke University School of Law. He earned his PhD in public law in a joint program with Aix-Marseille University and the University of Hamburg. Dr. Mose’s research has focused on the intersections of law, politics and human rights, with a particular focus on conflicts involving religious freedom and other cultural values. He teaches courses on comparative politics, the European Union, human rights, and international humanitarian law. Outside of academia, Dr. Mose’s professional experience includes working as a legal expert for the UN High Commissioner for Refugees in West Africa and as a corporate lawyer in London. He has lived in France since 2005 and speaks English, French, and Dutch.
PROGRAM FEES
| Fees | Cost |
|---|---|
| Tuition Fee | $4,623 |
| Program Fee | $2,143 |
| Total Cost | $7,200 |
Inclusions: Program cost includes tuition; lodging; daily breakfast; some group meals; all intra-program transportation; entrances for all scheduled program visits; orientation; and insurance (health, liability, and repatriation).
NOTE: Students should expect to purchase any required course materials, which are not included in program costs.
Did you know? Students who enroll in a January Term Seminar and the spring semester at one of IAU’s campuses consecutively are eligible to receive a $2,000 grant credited to their spring semester invoice. In order to be eligible to receive the grant, students must participate in the Early Start Program during the week between the end of the January Term Seminar and the start of the spring semester. The Early Start Program allows students to move in with their hosts a week before the semester begins, receive language instruction, and participate in local cultural activities! Visit IAU’s Scholarship page for additional details.