Description

Study abroad in Namibia with North Carolina State University.

Study abroad in Namibia and explore the spectacular landscapes and ecology of the oldest desert in the world, the Namib; spend one day at the coast on adventure tourism activities; track desert elephants in Damaraland; study the magnificent diversity of wildlife in the world famous Etosha National Park; and learn more about predator conservation, human-wildlife conflict, park management, savanna ecology and game ranching. Engage in a variety of ecological sampling techniques, including radio tracking.

Highlights

* Windhoek, the capital of Namibia
* Radio tracking cheetahs and game counts
* Namib, the oldest desert in the world with its unique fauna and flora
* Swakopmund along the Atlantic Coas and adventure activities
* Tracking "desert" elephants in the picturesque Damaraland
* Etosha National Park with its large diversity of bird and wildlife

Degree Level

Bachelors Degree (Undergraduate)

Minimum Education

High School

Subject Areas

Cost in US$:

For a price, contact the program director at North Carolina State University.

Program Fees Include:

- Tuition for 4 credits
- Three week program including all land transportation
- Accommodation (luxury dorms, chalets and camping) including
camping equipment
- Three meals a day (some meals are on own account)
- Park entrance fees
- Field work and institutional fees
- Field excursions
- Lectures from field scientists and staff
- Lectures from NCSU faculty
- International accident/health insurance coverage

Experience Required

yes

Students must have completed at least two course at level 2 in Wildlife Sciences, Ecology, Zoology, Conservation Biology, Natural Resources, Rangeland Management, Forestry, Botany, Biology, Environmental Science, Tourism or related field. A minimum GPA of 2.8 is required.

This Program is open to

Worldwide Participants.

Typical Living Arrangements

• Other

Participants Travel

in Groups

Typically Participants Work

in Groups of 12

Scholarships are Available

Scholarships are available for NC State students only. Non-NCSU and out-of-state students have to apply for scholarship through their home institution.

Application Process Involves

• Online Application plus Application Assessment

Typically The Application Process Time is

2 weeks after closing date

Post Services Include

• Exit Debriefing Abroad

North Carolina State University - Study Abroad Office's Mission Statement

The mission of the Study Abroad Office is to serve all North Carolina State University students by providing academically-based international experiences which will give them the skills to be active, informed, and culturally sensitive citizens in the global community. In order to achieve this, the SAO will endeavor to increase NC State student participation in study abroad. One way to do this is by advocating and collaborating with faculty and academic departments in a wide range of disciplines, to integrate study abroad into the curriculum, and to advance the internationalization of NC State.