Maya Civilization and Archaeology of Belize

  Belize

San Ignacio

Term: Summer 
Dates: June 5 - July 4, 2009

Description: Maya Civilization and Archaeology of Belize - This course provides a survey of the Maya peoples and history of Belize, through archeology, linguistics, and cultural history from pre-history to the present day. Students will be introduced to Maya architecture, art, language, and culture--experientially and through lectures and classes.

Highlights:

- Lush tropical campus
- Mayan ruins and living communities
- Jungle: canoeing, hiking, bird watching
- 2 hours from the 2nd largest barrier reef in the world
- Bilingual community: Opportunity to practice Spanish
- International faculty and student body
- Internet access
- Students are housed in family run resorts, double occupancy

Degree Level: Bachelors Degree (Undergraduate)

Cost in US$: 3,900.00

Experience Required: no

This Program is open to Worldwide Participants.

Participants Travel to Belize Independently

Typically Participants Work in Groups

Application Process Involves:

• Other
• Transcript
• Written Application

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Year Founded: 2002