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Antarctica: Human Impacts on a Fragile Environment
Antarctica is a wondrous place, the “coldest, windiest, driest, highest, quietest, most remote, and least understood continent on earth.” It has been an object of human speculation for millennia and a prize for explorers, sealers and whalers, scientists, and geostrategists for over two hundred years. Examine this unique corner of the world and get a broad overview of its human and natural history....
Antarctica is a wondrous place, the “coldest, windiest, driest, highest, quietest, most remote, and least understood continent on earth.” It has been an object of human speculation for millennia and a prize for explorers, sealers and whalers, scientists, and geostrategists for over two hundred years. Examine this unique corner of the world and get a broad overview of its human and natural history. Special attention is given to Antarctica’s physical and ecological systems, human activity, sustainable tourism, and international collaborations. Attend weekly preparatory lectures online with Antarctic experts from around the globe during the fall semester and work on assignments, including a research essay focusing on a topic related to an area of your interest. Spend the winter break parti...
Program Highlights
Get to know Ushuaia—the gateway city to Antarctica, traveling by catamaran to see local fauna, visit Estancia Harberton and discover how tourism has shaped it.
Visit Tierra del Fuego National Park with a local guide, a stunning introduction to 'the end of the Earth'.
Voyage for about 10 days days on board an expedition ship, crossing the Drake Passage and exploring the Antarctic Peninsula.
Journey by Zodiac landing craft on day excursions to Antarctica and expect to see penguins, seals, whales, icebergs, and a vast, quiet white wilderness.
Take the polar plunge challenge, a refreshing dip in Antarctic waters.
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- Rural Areas, Antarctica
- Argentina
- Winter
- Agriculture
- Anthropology
- Archaeology
- Architecture
- Arts
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- Canadian
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Experiencing a Unique Environment
by: Dory Raterman - United StatesProgram: Antarctica: Human Impacts on a Fragile EnvironmentTaking a part of the Hokies Abroad trip to Antarctica was one of the most unique and exciting experiences I've had the opportunity to be a part of. As an undergraduate student currently studying the conservation sciences, I have had the opportunity to study and work with multiple environments, but Antarctica was like no other. The landscape, animals, climate, and overall environment was so different from anywhere else I have been, and overall contributed to a unique place of study and an amazing...
It inspired my first tattoo!
by: Samantha Zilaitis - United StatesProgram: Antarctica: Human Impacts on a Fragile EnvironmentI did this program as a third party student, and I was so relieved at how inclusive everyone was. Faculty, students, the guides on the trip, everyone. I learned so much, and getting to go somewhere so amazing and untouched was just absolutely incredible. It felt like a dream everyday. Not only did I have an amazing experience while there, but I truly believe I made some lifelong friends. Almost a year later, and we still have active group chats!
I peaked on this trip
by: Cassandra Taber - United StatesProgram: Antarctica: Human Impacts on a Fragile EnvironmentMy dream since I was a little kid was to go to Antarctica and this study abroad fulfilled that and so much more. Not only was I able to study icebergs in their most abundant habitat, but I was also able to make friends with people I would have never encountered in my life otherwise. The academics were enticing and informative and the extra activities and adventures are life experiences I will treasure forever. This was truly the best experience of my life so far.
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Locations
- Rural Areas, Antarctica
- Argentina
Types and Subjects
- Subjects & Courses
- Agriculture
- Anthropology
- Archaeology
Availability
Years Offered: 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026
- Winter
Age Requirement
Age Requirement Varies
Guidelines
- American
- Canadian
- This Program is also open to Solo, Group
Cost per week
Program Cost Includes
- Tuition & Fees
- Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
- All Program Activity Costs
- Group Meals
Accommodation Options
- Group living
- Other
Qualifications & Experience
- University Freshman (1st Year)
- University Sophomore (2nd Year)
- University Junior (3rd Year)
- University Senior (4th Year)
Application Procedures
- Transcript
- Letters of Reference
- Online Application
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