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IES Abroad Quito Summer – Environmental Studies

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Although Ecuador is only about the size of Colorado, it is one of the most ecologically diverse countries on the planet. Four eco-regions—the Amazon basin, the high Andes, the coastal plain, and the Galápagos Islands—offer a wealth of flora and fauna that attract biologists, botanists, and environmentalists from around the world. In addition to the country’s natural riches, Quito is an architectural jewel known for the warmth and hospitality of its residents.

This program allows you to study issues of environmental management and preservation, while exploring Ecuador’s rich ecology. You focus on Ecosystems, Conservation, and Public Policy while also improving your Spanish language skills. During the first four weeks of the program, you will be based in Quito, taking courses at the Universidad San Francisco de Quito (USFQ), a private university located in the Quiteño suburb of Cumbaya. You'll then spend the remaining three weeks on San Cristóbal Island in the Galápagos, studying at USFQ’s remote campus, the Galápagos Academic Institute for the Arts and Sciences (GAIAS), and enjoying extensive course-related trips.

All Environmental Studies courses are taught in English, and previous Spanish study is not required.

Curriculum Highlights

  • Study the flora and fauna of Ecuador through course-related trips to destinations such as Galápagos Islands, the Amazon region, and the highlands.
  • Participate in English-taught Environmental Studies courses with a focus on Ecuador.
  • Improve your Spanish skills through IES Abroad language courses. Previous Spanish study is not required.
  • Experience Ecuadorian culture by living in a homestay.

Subjects

Subjects

  • Environmental Studies
  • Spanish
  • Public Policy

Required Languages:

English

Application Procedure:

Applying to an IES Abroad program is easy—just follow the three study abroad application steps outlined below. If you have any questions during the application process, visit the FAQs or contact your Program Advisor at 800.995.2300. You can do this!

1.    Check the application deadline and review the application requirements for your study abroad or internship program of interest. Plan to submit all of the required information by the deadline.

2.    Create an account or log in to complete and submit the initial online study abroad application.

3.    After 1-2 business days, sign in to your MyIESabroad account to view and submit the rest of the application requirements. You will also receive regular emails about deadlines and missing items.

Something unexpected is just around the world. Are you ready? Apply now at: https://www.IESabroad.org/apply

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