Study Abroad in the Turks & Caicos

Terms like hitting the books and fun in the sun probably don’t normally cross your mind at the same time. But if you’re a wannabe marine biologist or a nature loving, water loving, biology junkie in general, why not study where the action happens in the biodiversity hotspot, Turks and Caicos! Instead of listening to lectures in a drab boring classroom in Whereversville, live your dreams and consider studying abroad in this nontraditional setting, enjoying all that island life has to offer! Slather on some sunscreen and grab your snorkel and backpack. Here is everything you need to know to study abroad in Turks & Caicos.

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3 Study Abroad Programs in Turks and Caicos Islands

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SFS Turks & Caicos: Marine Resource Studies

Dive into marine research in the Turks and Caicos Islands. On South Caicos, spectacular marine ecosystems are still largely untouched by tourism and development, and coral reefs, seagrass meadows, and mangroves flourish. Spend a semester among the island’s incredible marine life as you conduct field exercises to evaluate fisheries resources and policies and analyze the impacts of climate change on the island’s ecosystems. Finish the semester by designing an in-depth research project and collecting data—under the waves, on the docks, and in the community—to help the island residents balance their socioeconomic needs and conservation goals. SFS students live and study at the Center for Marine Resource Studies. The center is a small converted hotel overlooking the crystalline waters of the Atlantic Ocean. Spectacular sunsets, open-air facilities, warm sunshine, and a refreshing ocean breeze define the marine station. A five-minute walk brings you to the small, historic town of Cockburn Harbor, where students and faculty frequently engage in community activities.

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A Guide to Study Abroad in Turks & Caicos

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Turks & Caicos is a British overseas territory located in the Atlantic Ocean southeast of the Bahamas and 600 miles from Miami but is still considered part of the Caribbean culture. Home to the third largest barrier reef in the world, the largest above ground caves in the Caribbean, an abundance of natural sea salt accumulation areas, and the site of the annual Humpback whale migration, this tropical paradise consisting of 230 miles of the softest sandy beaches on earth, has quickly become a trendy tourist destination. There are 30 islands in the Turks & Caicos territories with eight being inhabited, so there is plenty or room to explore!

Providenciales is the most well known of the Turks and Caicos Islands and is the center of the tourism industry with a wide range of hotels, restaurants, and attractions. Grand Turk and Salt Cay offer a glimpse into Caribbean history with great Bermudian architecture and a rustic charm. Some of the best diving and probably the most “relaxing” time you will ever have while studying in Turks and Caicos will happen here.

Middle Caicos and North Caicos. With lush green woodlands, the biggest cave network in the Caribbean on Middle Caicos, cottage pond and flamingo pond in North Caicos and a vast range of plant life and birdlife, Middle and North Caicos represent the best of this biodiversity hotspot. .

South Caicos. The center for fishing, with lobster and conch exported from the islands, the historic Cockburn harbor and the natural phenomenon of the boiling hole, South Caicos can’t be beat. This small yet friendly island offers many secluded beaches with awe inspiring views of the turquoise waters and surrounding islands. The School of Field Studies Center for Marine Resource Studies (SFS), is a top destination in the world for students interested in immersing themselves in marine studies, is located there and is located near coral reefs, uninhabited cays, and seagrass beds, making it a snorkel and diving lovers dream spot.