Semester Abroad Environmental Studies
Belize
- Other Cities in Belize:
San Ignacio
Term: Academic Year, Fall, Spring, Summer
Dates: Aug - Dec, Jan - April
Description:
Environmental Science is a multidisciplinary field that incorporates and applies knowledge from the biological, physical and social sciences in order to develop a broad scientific understanding of human impacts on the environment. A degree in environmental science allows students to pursue career options in both the public and private sectors as environmental consultants, water quality assessment and monitoring specialists, toxicologists, wildlife park managers/directors, regulatory compliance officers etc. It also prepares students for entry into graduate programs in biological, social, and physical sciences. Belize is the ideal place to study Environmental Science. With one of the best and largest Barrier Reefs in the world, beaches, rivers, rainforests and other areas of great environmental interest and importance, Belize is a living laboratory for the study of the environmental and all of the factors which influence it.
Highlights:
Belize is the ideal place to study Environmental Science. With one of the best and largest Barrier Reefs in the world, beaches, rivers, rainforests and other areas of great environmental interest and importance, Belize is a living laboratory for the study of the environmental and all of the factors which influence it. The Galen University campus is located in the heart of the Maya civilization lowlands. Belize is the only English speaking country in Central America with 41% of the nation set aside as parks and reserves. The multicultural diversity throughout Belize makes Galen an incredible place in which to study.
Degree Level: Bachelors Degree (Undergraduate)
Minimum Education: High School
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Subject Areas :
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- Agricultural Sciences
- Atmospheric Chemistry
- Biology (General)
- Botany
- City and Regional Planning
- Conservation and Preservation
- Earth Sciences
- Ecology
- Environmental Management
- Environmental Management Systems / Policy
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- Environmental Risk
- Environmental Sci. (Atmosph.)
- Environmental Studies
- Field-Study
- Geography
- Geology
- Horticulture / Floriculture
- Independent Study
- Marine Biology
- Marine Science
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- Natural Resources
- Natural Sciences
- Plant Sciences
- Science
- Social Policy
- Sustainable Development
- Town and Country Planning
- Tropical Biology
- Urban & Regional Planning
- Zoology & Wildlife Sciences
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Cost in US$: USD8,750
Cost Include Description:
15 credit hours (US Accreditation through the University of Indianapolis
housing in family tun resort, double occupancy, weekday breakfasts
kitchen facilities
wireless internet connections
transportation:
to and from the airport (arrival and departure)
to and from housing and campus
Student Visa
2 days of Orientation
3 organized group trips
cell phone
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 - 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
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