Ecology of a Tropical Forest
Belize
- Other Cities in Belize:
San Ignacio
Term: Summer
Dates: June 4 - July 3, 2010
Description:
Tropical rainforests occupy only a miniscule 7% of the Earth's surface but they contain more than 50% of all species on our Earth. This course will focus of the ecology of tropical rainforests. In particular, the abiotic and biotic components of tropical forest in addition to the myriad of co-evolutionary patterns/processes between plants and animals will be examined. In addition, we will examine species and diversity gradients, the structure and function of rainforests, the causes of rainforest decline as well as the sustainable use(s), importance, and conservation of tropical forests. Study abroad for the summer in the only English speaking country in Central America, live in a resort for 4 weeks and travel the country of Belize. How much more fun can earning university credits be?
Highlights:
* Lush tropical campus
* Maya ruins and living communities
* Jungle: canoeing, hiking, bird watching
* 2 hours from the longest barrier reef in the western hemisphere
* Bilingual community: Opportunity to practice Spanish
* Multicultural community
* International faculty and student body
* High speed internet
* Students are housed in a family run resorts, double occupancy
Degree Level: Bachelors Degree (Undergraduate)
Minimum Education: High School
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Travel Types :
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- Archaeology
- BackPacking Abroad
- Birdwatching
- Camping
- Canoeing
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- Eco Tours
- Ecology
- Environmental Studies
- Heritage Tourism
- Hiking
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- Native Culture Studies
- Nature Tours
- RainForest Tours
- Tours
- Trekking
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Subject Areas :
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- Biology (General)
- Biomedical Sciences
- Botany
- Conservation and Preservation
- Ecology
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- Environmental Studies
- Food Science and Nutrition
- Forestry
- Horticulture / Floriculture
- Natural Resources
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- Pharmaceuticals
- Sustainable Development
- Tropical Biology
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Cost in US$: USD 3,900
Cost Include Description:
What is included?* Up to 6 credits of tuition
* Lab and field fees
* Airport pickup and transfer from Belize City to San Ignacio (if you arrive / depart with the group)
* Transportation to and from field sites
* Double occupancy accommodation
* Housing is arranged by Galen University. Students are housed in local family-run resorts, or in Galen University student housing. Students may share rooms and have access to limited cooking facilities in the small resorts or complete kitchens in the GU housing.
* Breakfast (Mondays to Fridays)
* Orientation
* Medical insurance fee (includes accidental death or medical evacuation / repatriation)
Experience Required: no
This Program is open to
Worldwide
Participants.
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Typical Living Arrangements :
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Participants Travel to Belize
Independently
Typically Participants Work
in Groups of 5 - 10 students
Application Process Involves:
- Other
- Transcript
- Written Application
Galen University's Mission Statement: The mission of Galen University is to provide excellence in undergraduate, graduate, and professional education to prepare students to achieve their dreams and goals. Galen University is committed to providing an exciting and stimulating learning environment, innovative and supportive teaching, scholarship, and active service to the community with a unique focus on 'sustainable development' throughout our courses, programs, and service.
Year Founded: 2002
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