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SFS Tanzania: Wildlife Management Studies
Step beyond a tourist experience in East Africa and explore the iconic landscapes of Tanzania. Meet the country’s charismatic wildlife—from magnificent lions and elephants to thunderous herds of wildebeest and zebras—as you learn about their ecology and behavior. In the Wildlife Management Studies program, you will take three 4-credit disciplinary courses, one 2-credit language and culture cou...
Step beyond a tourist experience in East Africa and explore the iconic landscapes of Tanzania. Meet the country’s charismatic wildlife—from magnificent lions and elephants to thunderous herds of wildebeest and zebras—as you learn about their ecology and behavior. In the Wildlife Management Studies program, you will take three 4-credit disciplinary courses, one 2-credit language and culture course, and a 4-credit capstone Directed Research course. All taught in English, these are participatory in nature and are designed to foster inquiry and active learning. Each course combines lectures, field exercises, assignments, tests, and research. Experience the rich culture and traditions of Tanzania’s Maasai, Iraqw, and Hadzabe tribal communities while collaborating on the issues of human-w...
Program Highlights
Visit the community-managed wildlife management areas of Burunge and Randilen, and then camp in the Tarangire area.
Embark on a multi-day camping expedition in Serengeti National Park, attending field lectures on the ecology and migratory patterns of the ecosystem’s teeming wildlife.
Conduct a comprehensive field research project where you'll develop a research question, collect and analyze data, write a paper, and present your findings.
Explore academic themes including behavioral ecology, field ornithology, human-wildlife conflict, community conservation, wildlife, and natural resource management policies.
Experience Iraqw traditions and modern lifestyles during a short homestay with a nearby family and visit a Maasai boma to learn how cultural tourism is shaping local culture and traditions.
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- Tanzania
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- African Studies
- Agriculture
- Animal Science
- Biology
- Conservation & Preservation
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Locations
- Tanzania
Types and Subjects
- Subjects & Courses
- African Studies
- Agriculture
- Animal Science
Availability
Years Offered: 2024, 2025
- Fall
- Spring
Age Requirement
Age Requirement Varies
Guidelines
- All Nationalities
- This Program is also open to Solo, Couples, Group
Cost per week
Program Cost Includes
- Tuition & Fees
- Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
- Weekday Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
- Weekend Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Accommodation Options
- Dormitory
- Group living
- Home-stays
Qualifications & Experience
Any/All Education Levels Accepted
Application Procedures
- Transcript
- Online Application
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