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Tropical Marine Ecology and Conservation
Tropical Marine Ecology and Conservation is an exciting hands-on field course that combines studies in terrestrial riparian ecology with marine ecology by examining the influence of watershed systems, focusing on their impacts and ecology, as they move downstream into the coastal zone and out to the Caribbean Sea. This intensive course includes classroom, field, and laboratory components in beauti...
Tropical Marine Ecology and Conservation is an exciting hands-on field course that combines studies in terrestrial riparian ecology with marine ecology by examining the influence of watershed systems, focusing on their impacts and ecology, as they move downstream into the coastal zone and out to the Caribbean Sea. This intensive course includes classroom, field, and laboratory components in beautiful Belize. Taught within the Lowland Broadleaf Forest and Mesoamerican Barrier Reef Systems, field and laboratory work focus on the evaluation of human activities that have lasting ecological impacts on aquatic systems. These concepts are explored hands-on through community use surveys, biodiversity surveys, habitat characterizations and assessments, and the development of interconnectivity dia...
Program Highlights
Come prepared to hike and snorkel, eat great local food, meet fascinating people, and get a lot of field experience.
Meet students from all over North America as well as Belizeans and become exposed to a variety of cultures.
Swim the pristine rivers, hike through caves, and snorkel night and day in the beautiful Caribbean Sea.
Engage in realistic field work, giving you a sense of what a conservationist's work is like.
Travel to three locations in Belize and see a great deal of this lovely country and its friendly people.
Quick Details
- San Ignacio, Belize
- San Pedro, Belize
- Caye Caulker, Belize
- Summer
- Winter
- Biology
- Conservation & Preservation
- Ecology
- Marine Biology
- Natural Sciences
- All Nationalities
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More than I could've learned in class
by: Daniela MaldonadoProgram: Tropical Marine Ecology and ConservationThis trip exposed me to more than I ever could have learned in a classroom. I inevitably met friends I'll have for the rest of my life, and learned so much about myself in the time I was here. I realized how important conservation is for not only animals/marine life, but also human civilization.
Loved everything about Belize
by: Ollie FosterProgram: Tropical Marine Ecology and ConservationI loved everything that Belize had to offer. The community, island, and connections that you make all resonate with you. It's a once in a lifetime experience you will surely never forget. I'd do it over and over again.
Opportunity for the books
by: Husna SlaterProgram: Tropical Marine Ecology and ConservationThis program is an opportunity for the books! Staff, locals, experiences, and all are incredible. It exceeded my expectations and allowed me to face my fears doing certain activities like cliff jumping whilst cave tubing. It also included an incredibly influential opportunity to volunteer at the spay and neuter clinic for locals to be able to afford prioritizing their pets' health. I loved everything and would gladly do it again.
Program Details
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Locations
- San Ignacio, Belize
Types and Subjects
- Subjects & Courses
- Biology
- Conservation & Preservation
- Ecology
Availability
Years Offered: 2024, 2025
Age Requirement
Age Requirement Varies
Guidelines
- All Nationalities
- This Program is also open to Solo
Cost per week
Program Cost Includes
- Tuition & Fees
- Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
- Airport Transfer (Pick-Up)
- Weekday Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Accommodation Options
- Group living
Qualifications & Experience
- Any/All Education Levels Accepted
Accepted Education Levels
Application Procedures
- Online Application
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