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Glaciers, Fjords, bears, whales, Saskatoon berries, national parks and street festivals! Come experience both the natural beauty of the Canadian and U.S. Pacific Northwest along with unique modern and native cultures. Breathtaking sights and hands-on experience in the fields of Zoology and Environmental Science!
This exciting program will take students to U.S National and State Parks, and Canada's amazing Provincial Parks! Watch orcas from the shore of Washington’s Lime Kiln State Park, hike the most glaciers in the lower 48 at North Cascades National Park. Visit various Canadian Provincial Parks including to see the giant trees of Cathedral Grove at MacMillan PP and hike the temperate rain forest of Pacific Rim National Park observing wildlife.
Go on an all-day Grizzly Bear and wildlife Boat Tour of the Canadian fjords at Knight Inlet. Paddle a giant canoe over crystal green waters and learn about the impact of hydroelectric dams in the Pacific Northwest. Visit the Whale Museum in Friday Harbor and the Aquarium in Ucluelet. Eat buckets of unusual berries such as Saskatoon and salmonberries while learning about agricultural production and fisheries management.
Hike the Wild Pacific Trail and view tidal pools (full of starfish, sea urchins and shipwrecks!). Visit fishery scientists at the Pacific Biological Center, tour a glacier with a geologist, and visit the taxonomic collections of the Royal B.C. Museum. Learn about First Nation Tribes of British Columbia and attend a Busker Festival while exploring the city of Victoria. Adventure activities like zip lining available. Conclude the trip with dinner at the top of the space needle!
Students may enroll in one (1) or all courses offered for a total of 1-10 credits*:
This program is open to both non-science and science majors alike.
Note: All interested students should visit an Academic Advisor prior to applying to a Faculty-led Study Abroad program as to review their class standing, part/full time status, graduation date and how the course(s) offered in the program fit or affect a student’s educational plan.
This program is open to students at least 18 years of age with a 2.5 cumulative GPA or higher. This program is open to students of all programs of study, both science and non-science*.
*Participants must receive prior approval from the faculty leaders (Dr. David Serrano & Dr. Michael Harvey). Please contact them to schedule a brief interview.
Broward College degree-seeking students will be given priority for application and admission into this program.
All interested students should visit an Academic Advisor prior to applying to a Faculty-led Study Abroad program as to review their class standing, part/full time status, graduation date and how the course(s) offered in the program fit or affect a student’s educational plan.
Travel Dates: Mid-July to Early August 2020 (Exact days TBC)
Deadlines:
Application & Deposit -$1,500 Due: October 1, 2019. Extended to November 22, 2019
Payment 2- $1,000 Due: January 17, 2020
Passport & Physician’s Statement Due: January 17, 2020
Final Payment - $500 Due: May 29, 2020
*Late applications will be considered on a case-by-case basis.*
Program Fee: $3,000
Costs Included: airfare, accommodations, national park admissions, ferry travel, some (~ 50%) meals, international emergency medical insurance.
Costs Not Included: BC tuition and fees, books & supplies, passport, visa costs (may apply to non-U.S. citizens) some meals (approximately $200), optional excursions, personal expenses.
Payment Deadlines:
Application & Deposit- $1,500 Due: October 1, 2019. Extended to November 22, 2019
Payment 2- $1,000 Due: January 17, 2020
Passport & Physician’s Statement Due: January 17, 2020
Final Payment - $500 Due: May 29, 2020
Program deposit and payments: Contact a faculty leaders for instructions on making payments at a BC Cashier's office.
BC degree-seeking students who are looking to defray the program cost should check out the Faculty-Led Travel Grants and the study abroad scholarships & funding page regarding grants and scholarship opportunities that may be available to them!
In order to apply, students must contact faculty leaderDr. David Serrano or Dr. Michael Harvey via email and participate in a short interview prior to submitting any application paperwork. Once approved to move ahead with the application, the student will submit the following to the faculty leader:
Program deposit and payments: Contact a faculty leader for instructions on making payments at a BC Cashier's office.
As part of the application and acceptance process, students must read the student handbook.
Do you have questions about the application process or want to find out about funding and scholarship opportunities? Contact the study abroad office at abroad@broward.edu!
Faculty leaders teach the courses connected to this program and travel with the students abroad. For more information regarding the program, please contact the following faculty leaders:
Dr. David Serrano
Biological/Environmental Sciences
Central Campus 7/140
(954) 201-6401
dserrano@broward.edu
Dr. Michael Harvey
Biological Sciences
Central Campus 7/107
(954) 201-6831
(305) 519-9544
mharvey@broward.edu
Program Specific Policies: The cost of plane tickets will not be refunded after being purchased. Once reservations and accommodations are paid, refunds are no longer available.
BC Study Abroad Policies - as stated on the Faculty-led student Handbook
Once a student has departed for the program, a refund will not be issued. If there is a documented medical issue or emergency situation, a written request may be submitted to the Study Abroad Office, which will consider a partial refund on a case-by-case basis.
Students are expected to review the Student Code of Conduct and understand themselves that participating in a Broward Study Abroad program means that they agree to adhere to College policies, and demonstrate conduct accordingly.
Students violating this conduct code or demonstrating other disruptive, illegal, or inappropriate behavior may be dismissed from the program at the discretion of the faculty leaders or Broward College administration. Should the offense occur while abroad, the student would be solely responsible for any and all related travel expenses for their return to the United States. In such an event, students would be ineligible for a refund for any portion of the program.
Request more information or schedule an appointment! Students can request an appointment to meet virtually or on campus. EMAIL US at abroad@broward.edu
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