Veterinary Field Study

  South Africa

Pretoria

Term: Summer 
Dates: June 07-28, 2009; July 05-26, 2009; July 26 - Aug 16, 2009

Description: This special interest course is designed for students in veterinary science where you will meet and interact with wildlife veterinarians in South Africa, hands-on. Learn about the crucial role of veterinarians in the growing wildlife industry by participating in game capture operations, field and lab work. A visit to the Onderstepoort Veterinary School at the University of Pretoria also forms part of the course. The program is endorsed by the Centre for Wildlife Management, University of Pretoria (South Africa).

Highlights: Program highlights are a visit to the Onderstepoort Veterinary School, local community veterinary services and various wildlife rehabilitation centers where orphaned and injured wild animals are treated and cared for. Life in the bush, learning practical bush skills, tracking wildlife on foot and study wildlife behavior is an experience of a life time. Travel through the spectacular Drakensberg Escarpment while descending to the world famous Kruger National Park and spend a few days in this wildlife wonder of Africa. The highlight for veterinary students is to participate in hands-on game capture few people ever get to experience.

Degree Level: Bachelors Degree (Undergraduate)

Cost in US$: $4,015 per person sharing

Experience Required: no

This Program is open to Worldwide Participants.

Participants Travel to South Africa Independently

Typically Participants Work in Groups of App. 10

Application Process Involves:

• Online Application plus Application Assessment
• Written Application

Post Services Include:

• Job and Internship Network

Eko Tracks's Mission Statement: Our mission is to enhance our client's travel experience by providing ecotours that are adventurous and enlightening, thereby inspiring their interest in the natural world and thus promoting a lasting conservation perspective.

Year Founded: 2006