Anthropology Semester Programs

  Belize

• Other Cities in Belize: 
San Ignacio

Term: Fall, Spring, Summer 
Dates: Aug - Dec, Jan - April

Description: Anthropology is the world's most comprehensive academic discipline and considers virtually everything that has to do with human beings past, present, and future,almost anywhere in the world. Introductory courses provide an overview of the fields of anthropology while advanced courses provide the opportunity to pursue intensive study of particular topics in cross cultural perspective. The major both prepares students for graduate-level study and serves as a foundation for a wide range of careers. With a background in anthropology, students can become teachers, social workers, public policy experts, forensic investigators, health practitioners, business leaders or community and economic development specialists as well as pursuing various other careers. Belize is a rich living laboratory in which to study Anthropology. Very distinct cultures, indigenous, African and European, have influenced the development of society and the course of history. Situated in Central America, with easy access to adjacent Spanish speaking countries, South America, as well as the US, opportunities to learn from first hand experience, in addition to a world class faculty, are right in English speaking Belize, Central America.

Highlights: US Accreditation
Academic excellence
Diverse, multi cultural society of Belize
Sub tropical setting
2 hrs to world's second largest barrier reef
magnificent rain forests, wildlife, birds and butterflies
English - speaking in Central America

Degree Level: Bachelors Degree (Undergraduate)

Minimum Education: High School

Cost in US$: USD8,750

Experience Required: no

This Program is open to Worldwide Participants.

Participants Travel to Belize Independently

Typically Participants Work in Groups of 5 - 15 students

Application Process Involves:

• Disciplinary Clearance Form
• Other
• Transcript
• Written Application

Typically The Application Process Time is 15 working days

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