Description

Established in 1989, Antioch's Brazilian Ecosystems program is the only study abroad program that enables students to engage in field studies across a variety of biomes in Brazil. Over the course of three months, students are immersed in ecology, field methodology, and natural resource management, beginning with an orientation in Key Largo, Florida. From lectures on restoration ecology to meetings with rural rubber tappers, manioc farmers and seminars with policy specialists, this program offers a complete overview of complex issues involved in conservation and natural resource management. Many local and national non-governmental organizations, local professors, research scientists, graduate students, and activists provide expertise on the issues of the region. On the final four weeks of the program, students enter into a science internship, working with a faculty supervisor on-site. Internships involve participating in a research team project, assisting in an educational program, or volunteering with an environmental agency project. Contact AEA for more details.

The program offers four courses, taught in English, for a total of 16 semester credits:
- Ecology and Biodiversity of Brazil
- Brazilian Natural Resource Management
- Portuguese Language (no prior language requirement)
- Field Internship

The application deadline is March 30, but applications are considered on a rolling basis, and late applicants will be considered on a space-available basis.

Highlights

Visit nine different sites in six different states in Brazil. Study resource management and biodiversity issues with Brazilian scientists and activists while earning 16 semester credits and participate in a field internship. Immerse yourself in local conservation issues in a small group with hands-on, experiential learning in the Amazon, Atlantic Coastal Forest, subtropical forests, cerrado (savannah), and wetland environments.

Degree Level

Bachelors Degree (Undergraduate)

Subject Areas

Cost in US$:

The program fees for this Fall program are as follows: Tuition: 627 USD/semester credit hour; Total Tuition: 10,033 USD (16 credits); Transportation Internationally from a US location and Transportation in Brazil: 2,700 USD; Room and Board: 4,623 USD

Program Fees Include:

- Round trip airfare from Miami
- Tuition
- Room
- Board
- All transportation within Brazil
- International insurance
- Student ID card

Experience Required

yes

Any student in good academic standing at his or her home institution may apply. A minimum of one ecology or environmental biology course is required. Some Portuguese or Spanish language studies are recommended, though not required.

Typical Living Arrangements

• Group living

Participants Travel

in Groups

Typically Participants Work

Independently or in Groups of 15-20

Scholarships are Available

Information on scholarships and grants can be requested from AEA or found on our website.

Application Process Involves

• Essay
• Letters of Reference
• Transcript
• Written Application

Typically The Application Process Time is

1-2 weeks

Antioch Education Abroad - Antioch University's Mission Statement

Since the 1950s, Antioch Education Abroad has been a pioneer in global education, offering courses that integrate resourceful academic content with cultural immersion. From Buddhist Studies in India to Arts and Culture in Mali to Brazilian Ecosystems, we develop and offer unique study abroad programs in Africa, Asia, South America, and Europe. Exploring their academic fields in diverse locations worldwide, students are taught, mentored, and led by on-site and AEA faculty who are experts in their respective fields.

Year Founded

AEA was established in 1956.