 |
 |
|
Program Terms
Summer
Program
Participants
Undergraduate
(College)
Subject Areas
Agricultural
Economics
Anthropology
Archaeology
Business
Administration
Culture
Ecology
Environmental
Management
Environmental
Studies
Finance
Government
History -
General
Hospitality
Administration
Humanities
Information
Systems
International
Relations
Labor and
Industrial Relations
Landscape
Architecture
Public
Administration
Public Policy
Quechua
Language
Social
Sciences
Sociology
|
|
|
 |
 |
|
|
Quick Look
Location:
San Ignacio, Mayan sites in the highlands - Belize
Host Institution: Galen University
Language of Instruction: English
Academic Credit Available: Yes
Overview
 The Summer in Belize: Cultural Studies program is a short introduction to the issues, challenges and opportunities raised by the economic development of a developing multi-cultural nation.
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. Courses are taken at Galen University, the only private, independent university in Belize. Galen University operates on American teaching standards and courses are taught in English.
Belize, often called Mother Natures best kept secret, is a tropical paradise and the only English speaking country in Central America. It is a stable democracy of about a quarter of a million people. Belize is both a pristine country pondering the correct development route and a true melting pot of cultures: Maya, Creole, European, Garifuna, Mestizo, East Indian, Chinese and Mennonite.
Academic Credit
Academic credit is available.
Up to 6 credits of accredited coursework
Eligibility
Minimum Age: 18
Minimum Collegiate Standing: Sophomore Status
Minimum GPA: 2.5
Financial Aid
Yes.
There are many financial aid options as well as scholarships available. Please visit our website for details.
Dates
Early Jun-Early Jul
Contact
Global Learning Semesters, Inc.
11921 Freedom Drive
Suite 550
Reston, VA 20190
USA
Tel:
(877) 300-7010
Fax:
(703) 852-3961
Email
Send Email
Web
Visit Website |
|
Important
Notes: This information was provided
directly by the school/organization for
inclusion on the Study Abroad Links
directory, and is subject to change
without notice. Inclusion on the
directory does not imply our endorsement
of the program. Please be sure to verify
all information directly with this
school/agency/organization. Study Abroad
Links is not liable for any errors,
omissions, or misinformation on this
profile or on any listings in the
directory.
Academic
Credit: Your school may not accept
credit earned as a result of studying
abroad for this program, or any program
included on the Study Abroad Links
directory. If you are seeking academic
credit, it is essential that you consult
with your school to ensure that the school
and program you are considering meets
their requirements for awarding credit.
|
