Description

* Tropical Ecology
Learn about the function of tropical ecosystems. Different biological and environmental dynamics of the area between the Tropic of Capricorn and the Tropic of Cancer are discussed, with emphasis on American and Venezuelan tropical ecosystems. Includes field assignments in sites of ecological interest, for which one laboratory credit is granted.

* Field Botany in the Andes
Introduction to basic knowledge of the flora of the Venezuelan Andes, its diversity, ecology and geographical distribution. Includes morphology, identification of plant characteristics, ethno-botany and natural history of Andean vegetation. Fieldwork assignments complement classroom instruction.

* Sustainable Tropical Agriculture
This course focuses on the physical, chemical and biological conditions necessary to both establish & support agricultural crops while sustaining overall performance. Students will develop the capacity to understand the functionality of a sustainable tropical agricultural system.

* Natural Resource Economics
This course discusses the foundations and principles of sustainable natural resource development. It focuses on the conservation, preservation, and/or use of natural resources in Venezuela, with a particular emphasis on the Andes of Venezuela. Students will also compare & contrast Venezuelan practices to environmental development practices that exist in various countries of the world.

Courses taught in both English and Spanish.

Degree Level

Bachelors Degree (Undergraduate)

Subject Areas

Cost in US$:

Contact the University of Minnesota for detailed information.

Program Fees Include:

- Travel specialist
- Pre-departure support
- Meet and assist at international airports by VENUSA representative
- Aiport pick-up in Merida
- General and Academic orientations
- Full on-site support staff
- Social and Cultural activities
- Computer Lab
- Wireless internet
- On-site locker
- Classes / Weekly supplemental lectures
- 15-17 credits (semester)
- 6-10 credits (summer)
- Class related field-trips
- 2 full-day excursions (semester)
- 1 full-day excursion (summer)
- Homestay
- 2 daily meals at homestay
- Library
- Cell Phone and Calling card (optional)
- On-site cafe and rec area
- Tuition, Accreditation, transcript from sponsoring U.S. university
- In-state and out of state tuition included
- TEFL option

Experience Required

no

This Program is open to

Worldwide Participants.

Typical Living Arrangements

• Home-stays

Participants Travel

Independently or in Groups

Application Process Involves

• Online Application plus Application Assessment

Typically The Application Process Time is

7 days

Post Services Include

• Exit Debriefing Abroad

VENUSA College's Mission Statement

VENUSA's goal remains what it has always been: the promotion of greater international understanding through education, and the development of interpersonal relationships between its students, both Venezuelan and North American.

Year Founded

1987