GEOG 3030 URBAN MOBILITY AND THE REVOLUTIONARY CITY: HAVANA FIELD COURSE
April 26 – May 9, 2026
Havana is the urban seat of the Cuban revolution and one of the world’s most interesting cities. This spring, Carleton students are invited to challenge assumptions and develop a deeper understanding of the Cuban capital through a two week immersive learning experience.
Over the course of fourteen days of site visits, in-class learning, and self-directed research, participants will look closely at the complexities of urban mobility in Cuba’s largest city. Participants will engage with a range of topics, including urban history, urban development, urban transportation, urban culture, and urban equity.
Students will learn directly from Cuban professors and researchers at the Facultad Latinamericano de Ciencias Socialies (FLACSO Cuba), as we spend our time exploring the metropolis and engaging in a diverse range of experiential learning activities. The final section of the course will involve a field trip to the town of Trinidad, in the central Cuban province of Sancta Spiritus.*
Participants will earn 0.5 credits at the third-year level. The program is open to undergraduate students with at least third year standing (in some cases, students with other status may be considered).
For more information contact: Professors David Hugill (david.hugill@carleton.ca) and Patrizia Gentile (patrizia.gentile@carleton.ca) or attend one of our in-person information sessions.
IMPORTANT DATES FOR MAY 2026 FIELD COURSE
- APPLICATIONS OPEN: OPEN NOW – APPLY HERE
- APPLICATIONS CLOSE: DEC 5, 2025
- APPLICANTS NOTIFIED: DEC 15, 2025
- 200 CAD DEPOSIT DUE: EARLY FEBRUARY 2026
- PROGRAM FEES DUE: LATE FEBRUARY 2026
- ON CAMPUS PRE-TRIP SESSIONS: LATE APRIL (TBD)
- HAVANA FIELD COURSE: APRIL 26-MAY 9
*if it is logistically feasible to do so.
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