SFS Summer Program on the Turks and Caicos Islands
The School for Field Studies offers this amazing chance to study abroad on the Turks and Caicos Islands next summer. The program is located in South Caicos, where the SFS Center for Marine Resource Studies and an ocean laboratory can be found, adjacent to the small town of Cockburn Harbour. The SFS field station houses all students in the program, and looks out directly over the sea.
Explore the amazingly beautiful surroundings, with coral reefs, islands, sea grass beds and deep water diving spots all within a few mile radius. Students will spend time learning about artificial reef technology to bring reef habitats back to their previous states. They will support SFS clients and stakeholders, from government agencies all the way down to local fisherman. The goals revolve around developing modern environmental policies, management plans, and potential community projects. Sign up with SFS today to have an amazing summer on the Turks and Caicos Islands!
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My student abroad experience was amazing and changed me not only as a student but also as a person. I would recommend Turks and Caicos to anyone interested in a hands-on outdoors experience that is truly once in a lifetime. It has made me more excited about my major and I would love to go back someday.
The host country, Turks and Caicos, is a small island developing state with a struggling economy dependent on tourism and the fishing industry. Students should be prepared to spend time in the equivalent of a third world country on the less populated island of South Caicos. Nevertheless, the facilities at SFS provide all the basic amenities needed for a focused experience on marine biology. The local islanders have a great relationship with the students in the program and it is easy to get to know a lot about the TCI culture. TCI is a stunningly beautiful environment with an interesting history that is developing to catch up with the rest of the world's tourism industry. The coral reefs and mangrove forests are easily accessible from the center and make for fantastic snorkeling and scuba diving experiences. The facilities at SFS are all very clean and eco-friendly as well. The program size is ideal, usually between 25 and 30 during the summer which makes for the formation of close bonds and lasting friendship
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The School for Field Studies (SFS) offers programs that revolve around field studies and research. The programs involve exploration of the human and ecological aspects of issues having to do with the local environments. Students assist SFS' global partners in their research, so that real solutions to these problems can be formulated. Study abroad with SFS to have an experience of a lifetime while making a difference in the world!
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This program gave incredible opportunities to be in or on the water on a daily basis. For someone looking to gain hands-on experience to supplement their studies, this would be an excellent choice. Major pros of this program included its integration into the local community and academic curriculum. Cons were generally related to the remote location - fussy internet connection, a "rice-and-beans" diet if the food delivery boat was a day late, etc.
My greatest experience in this program was my participation in Directed Research, where students work closely with a faculty member to carry out specific research and present the results. For me, this involved snorkeling every day for two weeks to collect data, and gaining a new appreciation for data compilation and presentation.