BIOL1360 - Biodiversity

Biodiversity: Tropical Ecology of Belize Biodiversity is a study abroad course in which students will learn what biodiversity is, how it is measured, what influences it, and the threats to and benefits of biodiversity. They will travel to a highly biodiverse tropical country, where they will explore two different tropical ecosystems that both have extraordinary biodiversity: coral reefs and rainforests. Students will examine the characteristics that support high biodiversity and the unique biota the ecosystems support. In addition to learning about the global threats to and benefits of biological diversity, students will also gain a local perspective. Students will interact with local people who live in the ecosystem and learn about challenges in conserving biodiversity and the natural ecosystems as well as the local culture.
Prerequisite: Sophomore standing (completion of 24 credit hours) or higher and instructor permission required
3 Credits