Wildlife of Belize: Biology, Medicine and Conservation Approaches
Belize
Term: Summer
Dates: June 4 - July 3, 2010 and July 9 - August 7, 2010
Description:
This course is designed for the pre-veterinary, veterinary, animal science or zoology student to gain working knowledge of habitat, reproductive and health issues confronting zoo and wildlife animals in Belize. Classroom sessions on diversity of fauna of Belize, ecology, animal behavior, anatomy, physiology and pathology lay the foundation of knowledge needed to confront habitat, reproductive and zoonotic disease issues. A good deal of the student's time will be spent at externships involving: * Exotic animals at the Belize Zoo
* The Baboon Sanctuary Each of the off campus experiences will provide students with general knowledge of the wild animals of Belize. Additionally, veterinary care such as preventive wildlife medicine, reproductive management, zoo animal medicine and surgery will be observed.
Highlights:
* Lush tropical campus
* Mayan ruins and living communities
* Jungle: canoeing, hiking, bird watching
* 90 minutes from the 2nd largest barrier reef in the world
* Multi-cultural environment
* International faculty and student body
* Internet access
* Students are housed in family run resorts, double occupancy
Degree Level: Bachelors Degree (Undergraduate)
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Subject Areas :
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- Biology (General)
- Ecology
- Tropical Biology
- Veterinary Medicine/Science
- Zoology & Wildlife Sciences
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Cost in US$: USD 4,250 per session
Cost Include Description:
* Application fee
* Tuition (3 credits for two weeks and 6 credits for four weeks)
* Accommodation
* Program and field fee
* Technology fee
* Transportation fee
* Several school sponsored day trips
Experience Required: no
This Program is open to
Worldwide
Participants.
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Typical Living Arrangements :
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Participants Travel to Belize
Independently
Typically Participants Work
in Groups of 15
Application Process Involves:
- Other
- Transcript
- Written Application
Galen University's Mission Statement: The mission of Galen University is to provide excellence in undergraduate, graduate, and professional education to prepare students to achieve their dreams and goals. Galen University is committed to providing an exciting and stimulating learning environment, innovative and supportive teaching, scholarship, and active service to the community with a unique focus on 'sustainable development' throughout our courses, programs, and service.
Year Founded: 2002
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