Heritage Agrarian Campus Residency: Foundations (L1)
Program Overview
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Based in Sint Maarten, Vicky’s Keys (VK) is the island’s first Heritage Agrarian Campus—a structured residency and learning hub focused on regenerative agriculture, biodiversity, climate resilience, and heritage restoration.
The Heritage Agrarian Foundations Residency (L1) is our signature entry program. Residents join a weekly rhythm that blends guided agrarian learning sessions, field participation, community contribution, and an applied mini-project aligned with campus priorities (e.g., soil health, biodiversity monitoring, water stewardship, food farm systems, and documentation).
This is not a volunteer exchange placement. Participation is through a structured residency model with clear expectations, supervision, and on-campus accommodation (subject to availability). The residency is designed for motivated learners, emerging practitioners, and impact-oriented participants who want a grounded, hands-on experience in a small-campus environment.
Minimum stay: 4 weeks (campus season runs Nov–Jun). Strong candidates may be invited to extend into advanced pathways (L2–L4) depending on goals, experience, and campus needs.
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Program Highlights
What's Included
Quick Details
- Throughout the Year
- Winter
- Spring
- Agriculture
- Conservation & Preservation
- Culinary Arts
- Culture
- Ecology
- Environmental Studies
- Food Science
- History
- Service Learning
- Sustainable Development
Updated Apr 20, 2026
Program Details
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Locations
- Online
- Sint Maarten
Fields & Subjects
- Agriculture
- Conservation & Preservation
- Culinary Arts
- Culture
- Ecology
- Environmental Studies
- Food Science
- History
- Service Learning
- Sustainable Development
Available Terms / Availability
- Years Offered
- 2026, 2027, 2028, 2029
- Terms Available
- Throughout the Year
- Winter
- Spring
Eligible Nationalities
- All Nationalities
Education Levels & Language
- Language
- English
- Dutch
- Education
- Some college credit, no degree
- Associate degree
- Bachelor’s degree
- Master’s degree
- Professional degree
- Doctorate degree
- High school graduate, diploma or the equivalent (for example: GED)
Accommodation Options
- Dormitory
- Group living
Application Procedures
- Online Application
- Written Application
- Phone/Video Interview
- Resume
- Travel Insurance
Age Requirement
18+
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FAQs
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Is this a volunteer exchange program?
No. Vicky’s Keys runs structured, paid campus residencies (not work-for-stay).
What is the minimum stay?
Minimum 4 weeks (longer stays possible depending on pathway).
What accommodation is provided?
On-campus dorm/group living for accepted residents (capacity ~12).
What will I do during the residency?
Guided learning sessions, field participation, service-learning, and an applied mini-project.
How do I apply and what’s the selection process?
Online application and screening call/video interview to confirm fit and timing.
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