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

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