Course Description
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Course Name
Conservation in the Peruvian Amazon
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Host University
Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú
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Location
Lima, Peru
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Area of Study
Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science
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Language Level
Taught In English
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Credits
3 -
Recommended U.S. Semester Credits0
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Recommended U.S. Quarter Units0
Hours & Credits
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Overview
This course will be taught in the classroom and in the field, integrating both traditional learning techniques and hands-on activities that will emphasize key points. The goal is for students to finish the course with a broad understanding of the challenges and opportunities provided by the rapid change currently affecting the Amazon region, so that they can later apply this knowledge as leaders and decision makers in environmental fields,
It is taught in an accelerated way, one week in Lima, and one week in Puerto Maldonado. Trip expenses are covered by the student
Course Disclaimer
Please note that there are no beginning level courses offered in this program.
Courses and course hours of instruction are subject to change.
Please reference fall and spring course lists as not all courses are taught during both semesters.