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The School for Field Studies (SFS) Turks and Caicos Islands – Foundations of Tropical Marine Ecosystems (Winter) (Outgoing Program) Featured:

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  • Locations: South Caicos, Turks and Caicos Islands
  • Program Terms: Winter
  • Homepage: Click to visit
  • Program Sponsor: The School for Field Studies (SFS) 
  • This program is currently not accepting applications.
Dates / Deadlines:

There are currently no active application cycles for this program.
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Language of Instruction: English Housing Option: Off-Campus Housing, On-Campus Dorm
Click here for a definition of this term Class Standing: Freshman, Graduate Student, Junior, Senior, Sophomore Field of Study: Biology, Environmental Science, Humanities
Program Description:

SFS TURKS & CAICOS: FOUNDATIONS OF TROPICAL MARINE ECOSYSTEMS (WINTER)

TCI Winter


PROGRAM DETAILS

  • Term: Winter
  • Credits: 3 semester-hour credits 
  • Prerequisites: No course prerequisites: 18 years of age
  • Application Deadline: Rolling admissions. Early applications encouraged
  • Financial Aid: All accepted students can apply for need-based scholarships, grants, and loans


OVERVIEW

Spend your winter break exploring the spectacular reefs and turquoise waters of South Caicos, snorkeling or diving with rays, turtles, brilliantly colored fish, and other marine life. In this introductory course, you’ll learn how to identify key marine species, study the connection and co-dependence of the island’s ecosystems, and explore the environmental issues impacting these habitats and the island community.

PROGRAM HIGHLIGHT:
  • Lay underwater transects and assess the health of the island’s coral reefs, which are among the largest in the world and are home to diverse marine species including the valuable queen conch.
  • Students who plan to dive during the program must complete SCUBA Open Water (OW) certification prior to the start of the program. Advanced Open Water certification may be offered on program depending on interest. Read more about PADI SCUBA certifications on the program page on the SFS website (click the Learn More button below).

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 this marine field station. A five-minute walk brings you to the small, historic town of Cockburn Harbour, where students and faculty frequently engage in community activities.
 

ACADEMIC THEMES

  • Marine ecology and conservation
  • Climate change and impacts on the ocean
  • Marine protected areas
  • Marine resource management strategies
  • Sustainable tourism and fisheries practices

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This program is currently not accepting applications.