| At a Glance |
Highlights
- Hands on studies of marine reserves and resource management
- Work alongside Marine park managers and staff
- Learn underwater research techniques
- Conduct underwater fish and coral surveys
- Earn multiple PADI scuba certifications
- Visit four distinct marine protected areas to compare and contrast their approaches to marine conservation.
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Location and accommodations
- St Martin, St Barts, Statia: Two week live aboard sailing voyage.
- Saba: Eco-lodge in the Elfin rainforest
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Dates and Tuition
- Summer 2010: June 8th to July 2nd (25 day)
- $5180 (Includes tuition, room, board, meals, scuba dives, program activities, student support throughout the program. Tuition does not include international airfare, travel insurance and personal expenses)
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Academics
- Students are registered in academic course accredited through Lesley University
- 3 Credits in Marine Science
- Additional college credit available for PADI scuba certification from American Council on Education
- Independent Research Project on marine resource management
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Included Activities and Excursions
- 2 week live aboard Sailing voyage
- Island and Rainforest exploration
- Community service
- 20+ Scuba dives
- PADI Certifications: Open Water, Advanced Open Water, U/W Naturalist, Fish ID
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Prerequisites
- Minimum 18 years old
- High school Graduate
- High school or college Biology
- Minimum GPA: 2.50
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