Earth Expeditions in Baja: Field Methods
Program Overview
Discover the rich marine, island, and mainland ecosystems of Baja. Students in this course stay and study in Bahía de los Ángeles, a UNESCO World Heritage site and biosphere reserve located on the Sea of Cortez. The dramatic land and seascape of Bahía de los Ángeles include a remarkable range of marine and desert habitats well suited to a broad range of studies.
Students stay at the Vermilion Se...
Discover the rich marine, island, and mainland ecosystems of Baja. Students in this course stay and study in Bahía de los Ángeles, a UNESCO World Heritage site and biosphere reserve located on the Sea of Cortez. The dramatic land and seascape of Bahía de los Ángeles include a remarkable range of marine and desert habitats well suited to a broad range of studies.
Students stay at the Vermilion Sea Field Station, a historic center for marine studies, and in the Rancho San Gregorio, a family-owned ranch in the heart of the Vizcaino desert. This is home to some of the most unique desert plant species on Earth, including the world’s largest cacti (Pachycereus pringlei), elephant trees (Bursera microphylla), and boojums (Fouquieria columnaris).
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- Fall
- Summer
- Biology
- Conservation & Preservation
- Ecology
- Environmental Studies
- Marine Biology
Updated Sep 23, 2026
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Locations
- Bahia de Los Angeles, Mexico
Types & Subjects
- Subjects & Courses
- Biology
- Conservation & Preservation
- Ecology
- Environmental Studies
Available Terms / Availability
- Years Offered
- 2026, 2027, 2028, 2029
- Terms Available
- Fall
- Summer
Eligible Nationalities
- All Nationalities
- This Program is also open to Solo
Education Levels & Language
- Education
- Bachelor’s degree
Accommodation Options
- Other
Application Procedures
- Transcript
- Resume
- Online Application
- Essay
Age Requirement
18+
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