Academics

Community member in East Africa working on one of RIDE's Community Initiatives

🌍 Field Studies with Impact

From vast mangroves to rich market stalls, with RIDE International, the world is your classroom.

Our hands-on approach to learning focuses on addressing pressing global issuesl from climate change to community health, giving students the chance to critically engage with their environment and contribute to meaningful solutions.

Areas of Study With RIDE:

  • Governance & Public Policy

  • Climate Change & Sustainability

  • Agriculture & Food Systems

  • International Development

  • Chemistry in Context

  • Cultural Anthropology

‘Experiential’ Learning

At RIDE, learning doesn’t happen behind a desk…

“Learn by doing” is taken very seriously here at RIDE International. Experiential learning means stepping into real communities, facing real challenges, and creating real impact. We take learning off the page and into the field, immersing students in cross-cultural problem-solving and hands-on development work.

  • Our programs immerse students in real-world settings where they live, work, and learn alongside community partners. Whether you're conducting research, leading workshops, or shadowing local experts, your education is grounded in real purpose, action, and connection.

🤝 Powered by Local Knowledge

RIDE partners with local professors, scholars, and community leaders to guide all of our academic experiences. Whether you're enrolled in one of our signature programs or a custom-designed course, you’ll learn directly from experts who know the land, the history, and the people best.

Every course. Every project. Every time.

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