- Panama City, Panama
Investigate the critical environmental and social issues affecting
one of the world?s most diverse ecological systems.
Against the backdrop of global climate change, students engage with
indigenous community organizations working at the forefront of
Panama's environmental movement and conduct field research with
leading Panamanian scientists at the Smithsonian Tropical Research
Institute and other institutions.
Area(s) of Study
- Anthropology
- Developmental Studies
- Humanities
- Physical Science
- Biology
- Economics
- International Relations And Gl
- Science, Technology, And Socie
- Chemistry
- Geography
- Liberal Arts
- Spanish
- Cultural Studies
- Geological Sciences
- Natural Sciences
Sponsored by SIT - a UT Affiliate
Academic Information
Students focus on the environmental and sociocultural issues affecting the geography, culture, and development of Panama, while examining the impact of human activity on the environment and the ways in which development and conservation practices can serve both human and environmental interests.
Language(s) of Instruction
Spanish and English
Eligibility
- Meeting minimum requirements does not guarantee acceptance
- Coursework in environmental studies, ecology, or biology
- Successful completion of SPN 610D or its equivalent
Service Learning/Internship
- Service Learning - No
- Internship - No
Housing
The program includes several different homestays that expose students to different regions and ways of life in both Panama and Costa Rica and allow students to witness how development and conservation affect different communities throughout these countries
Open To
Students from all colleges and schools
Program Cost
SIT Study Abroad program fees include all courses, educational excursions, insurance, and full room and board (all meals and accommodation) for the program period. Fees and additional expenses are based on all known circumstances at the time of calculation.
Dates:
- Program: January 28, 2021 to May 11, 2021
- Priority Deadline: October 1, 2020
- Final Deadline: October 1, 2020
- Program: September 2, 2024 to December 15, 2024
- Instructional: September 2, 2024 to December 15, 2024
- Priority Deadline: March 1, 2024
- Final Deadline: March 15, 2024
Application Code
330042
Program Coordinator
Cat M McGovern
Additional Resources
Program Website
Peer Evaluations
Scholarships
Next Step
1) Attend 'Explore Latin America' info-session for summer OR semester programs. See website for dates and locations. 2) Meet with Academic Advisor to discuss credit. 3) Attend Ready to Apply session with Eli Klosterboer. Further instructions provided at Explore session. 4) Complete Mandatory Pre-departure Orientation.