Journalists and documentary filmmakers have an important role in upholding democracy, uncovering corruption, and reporting the truth, which often means going to areas of conflict. The Padua Conflict & Crisis Reporting program will prepare students to begin covering conflicts, crisis and hostile environments smartly, ethically and with greater safety. Based at BU’s Padua Academic Center, the program will take advantage of unique opportunities in Padua including engagement with the IMP Festival (International Month of Photojournalism). Students will participate in hands-on activities and learn from expert guest lecturers. Padua Conflict & Crisis Reporting program is a 4-week, one course program. Students will earn 4 BU units. The course will be taught in English.
Key Facts
Area of Study
Location
Home University
Program Structure
Internship Availability
Term
Coursework Level
BU Hub Offered
NoneHousing
Language of Instruction
Requirements & Considerations
- Prior Italian language study is not required
- Priority will be given to rising Juniors, Seniors, and Graduate students in the BU Journalism Program
- Pre-requisites: undergraduate Boston University Journalism Students are expected to have completed COM JO 205 and COM JO 200
- Permission of instructor required for those not enrolled in the BU Journalism Program or for visiting students
- Admissions requirements for all programs.
Curriculum
Housing & Student Services
University Dormitory
The Collegio Mazza Residence is a private dorm and has 3 main residence halls in close proximity to each other.
- All students live in furnished double rooms with en suite bathroom
- Students will room with another student from the program.
- Partial board included: 5 dinner meals a week (Monday – Friday)
- Communal coffee rooms and possibility to use communal kitchen for breakfast preparation
- Weekly cleaning service
- Wi-Fi, study halls with air conditioning, library, conference room, information center, music room, newspaper and TV room, gym for residents only.
- Irons and coin operated laundry facilities
- Limited single rooms may be available, if for medical needs, for an additional charge.
Program Dates
This program follows rolling admissions and may fill before the official deadline.
Summer Term
Program Dates
Late May to Late June
Summer Term
Applications Open
December 1
Summer Term
Application Deadline
March 1
This program is rolling admissions; applications are reviewed once all application materials are received, prior to all deadlines. It is the student’s responsibility to ensure that all required materials are received by the BU Study Abroad office. Students are encouraged to apply as early as possible as some programs and internship tracks have limited space and may fill up before the deadline. Submitting a complete application prior to the application deadline, does not guarantee acceptance. Students will be emailed an admissions decision within three weeks of a completed application.
Information for BU Students Awaiting an Admissions Decision and exceptions to the standard admission calendar for all students can be found here.
Cost & Financial Considerations
- Summer 2025 Tuition & Fees: $5,293
- Cost includes tuition, housing, partial board, program related excursions, overseas medical insurance, and emergency evacuation coverage.
- Estimated program budget including cost of living expenses.
- Grants and Scholarships available
- BU Study Abroad arranges a transatlantic group flight that is not included in the program fee. We recommend that students take this flight.