Belize Field SchoolSummer 2012

Douglas College

Belize Field School - 2012Earn 9 university credits in 7 weeks in beautiful,

tropical Belize!May 1 – 20, morning classes at Douglas College

(Mon-Thurs)May 22- June 20, classes at Galen University, BelizeJune 20 – 24, Caribbean Island Excursion – beaches,

swimming, snorkeling, kayaking, beach volleyballThe program focuses on the study of the cultural and

physical landscapes of Latin America, Mayan archaeology, culture and history, conservation of regional landscapes, and current social, economic and environmental issues with an emphasis on Belize.

Where is Belize?

Located south of the Yucatan Peninsula, Mexico, on the Caribbean SeaFormerly known as British HondurasEnglish speakingWarm, sub-tropical weatherFriendly peopleSafeMayan ruins and cultureTropical rainforestsBeautiful beachesCoral reefs

CoursesGeography 1190, Latin America – M.

McPhee (3 credits)Sociology 1155, Social Issues – S. Ashe (3 credits)Anthropology 150, Mayan Prehistory – S.

Gibbs, Galen University, Belize (3 credits). Transfers to Douglas College as a first year anthropology course.

All courses are university transfer courses

HighlightsField trips to ancient Mayan sites in BelizeRainforest - Jungle trips – Chiquibul National

Forest and Cave, Cockscomb Basin Jaguar Reserve

Learn traditional Mayan medicine practicesExplore caves and Mayan artifactsSnorkeling in coral reefs - Caribbean SeaStudents rave about the trip. For many it’s

an experience they will never forget.Many students extend their trip to travel on

their own or with fellow students

Accommodations – The Log Cab-InnJust west of San Ignacio, 22 ha Citrus Farm

Study Hall & Communal Kitchen - WiFi

Our Accommodations – San Ignacio

Estimated CostsProgram Fees – $3000 approx. Includes:

all Belize accommodations for 5 weeksweekday breakfasts and dinners Galen University course tuitionall course related transportation in Belizeall entrance fees for excursions, Belize student visa permit, travel medical insurance

Airfare – approx. $700 - 800Douglas College tuition and fees for 2 courses -

$768 (based on Winter 2012 rates)Textbooks - $150Additional meals & spending money $500- 1000Total: $5,500 (approx). Great value for what

you get!!

Application ProcessApplication deadline – March 9, 2012 ($500

deposit)Fee payment deadline – March 23, 2012International Studies Scholarships - $1,000

and $500 available (Application deadline – March 2, 2012)

For more information and to download an application:

www.douglas.bc.ca/ways-to-study/study-abroad.html

More Information?For more information contact:

Mike McPhee, Geography Dept. mcpheem@douglascollege.ca

604-777-6008Siobhan Ashe, Sociology Dept. ashes@douglascollege.ca

Karen Ng, Douglas International ngk@douglascollege.ca