Description

This exclusive Adelante program offers an opportunity to study environmental mangagement and conservation theories and practices in rural Scotland, a country well known for its natural beauty and cultural and natural heritage. Adelante is collaborating with a prestigious Scottish college specializing in agriculture and land-based studies, and for Summer 2012 we will be offering a 4 week summer program in Ecological Conservation. The campus is on one of the largest college estates, based in the rolling hills just outside the country's vibrant capital, Edinburgh.

The big bonus of this summer study program is that it is not simply a classroom based course - the many included field trips make it a very hands-on learning experience. Through this exciting program you will initially explore the range of habitats and wildlife found in the heart of Scotland, before venturing out to explore other areas of the country and its ecology and wildlife management.

This new four-week summer program is available for students in environmental sciences and ecology, as well as any students with an interest in conservation and land management issues. Students will enroll in two courses, Conservation Skills, and Habitat Management. The achievement of these two units will give you 6 credit hours. Official college transcripts will be given on completion of the program.

As a resident on the college estate you will investigate a diverse range of habitats from freshwater streams to inland cliffs, woodlands and grasslands, and you will learn how to manage some of these habitats. You will learn to recognize and map the plant and animal species living in each habitat and understand the ecological processes that link these species together. Once you know the theory of habitat management you will have the opportunity to put your knowledge into practice. Your specialist lecturers will teach you the conservation skills required to undertake practical habitat management tasks. These skills could include coppicing, tree felling, meadow management or control of invasive species (and visitors!). Highly trained staff will be on hand at all times to help you develop these skills.

During your stay in Scotland you will visit a wide range of natural heritage sites such as the Isle of May, Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park. You will hear from experts in the field (ecologists, geologists, habitat and reserve managers) about how they manage their specific habitats. You may even have the opportunity to use your conservation skills at some of these unique natural sites.

Subject Areas

Cost in US$:

4,750 plus 150 non-refundable application fee

Program Fees Include:

- Pre-departure orientation and counseling
- Airport pickup and orientation on arrival in Scotland
- College tuition for 2 classes worth a total of 6 US credits
- Your own private room and bathroom in college accommodation. Free wireless internet available.
- Breakfast, lunch and dinner provided during the week, breakfast and dinner at the weekend.
- Access to computers in university Resource Centre. Laptops can also be borrowed on a weekly basis.
- College staff on-site will be available to assist students with individual requests, trecking in the Highlands or other activities and in-country travel.
- Excursions to local natural heritage sites eg. Loch Lomond, the Isle of May, Edinburgh Castle, Stirling Castle, William Wallace Monument and more.
- Sealed college transcripts on completion

Experience Required

no

This Program is open to

American, European, Canadian, Australian, South African, Kiwi, Asian and Worldwide Participants.

Typical Living Arrangements

• Dormitory

Participants Travel

Independently

Typically Participants Work

in Groups

Application Process Involves

• Written Application
• Letters of Reference
• Phone/Video Interview
• Transcript
• Resume