Summer in Belize: Anthropology

  Belize

San Ignacio

Term: Summer 
Dates: Early Jun-Early Jul

Description: The Summer in Belize: Anthropology program is a short introduction to the issues, challenges and opportunities raised by the economic development of a developing multi-cultural nation. Belize is both a pristine country pondering the correct development route and a true melting pot of cultures. The goal of this program is to gain an understanding of the interactions of various cultures and the issues involved in sustainable development, as well as to improve intercultural competencies.

Highlights:
- An academic curriculum focused on anthropology and sustainable development
- Cultural immersion in a fascinatingly multicultural society
- Hands-on field-based experience relevant to your academic work
- The natural beauty and outdoor adventures of Belize
- Earn six credits toward your degree through fully-accredited coursework
- Courses are taught in English

Cost in US$: Please check our website for up-to-date program fees and costs

Experience Required: no

This Program is open to American and Canadian Participants.

Participants Travel to Belize in Groups

Application Process Involves:

• Online Application plus Application Assessment
• Transcript

Post Services Include:

• Alumni Network
• Exit DebriefingAbroad
• Re-Entry Debriefing at Home

Global Learning Semesters's Mission Statement: Global Learning Semesters operates transformative semester and summer study abroad programs for college students that blend accredited academic coursework with extensive co-curricular travel. Our mission is to prepare North American students to be leaders in an increasingly interconnected world. We aim to build competence- anyone attending college today will collaborate or compete with people and companies from around the world over the course of his or her career. It is difficult for someone to be effective in this global environment without some intercultural competencies and an awareness of current international issues. Lastly, we specifically aim to maintain affordable study abroad options within our network of programs.

Year Founded: 1981