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BRITISH
WEST INDIES: Marine Resource Studies
The Turks and Caicos Islands, major exporters of conch and spiny
lobster as well as a popular tourist destination, must determine
how to develop and manage the fisheries, parks, reserves, and other
human activities for the benefit of residents and visitors without
degrading valuable marine resources. The focus of The SFS British
West Indies program is on the development and management of fishery
resources and the attractions offered by the spectacular natural
marine environment. Course material is integrated into interdisciplinary
case studies, focusing on local environmental problems and resource
conflicts. Students are registered in four courses: Tropical Marine
Ecology; Principles of Resource Management; Environmental Policy
and Socioeconomic Values; and Directed Research. Days are spent
in a combination of lectures, field exercises and research. Field
work sites include coral reefs and shallow banks, seagrass beds,
mangroves, and beach areas. Faculty lectures are supplemented by
guest lectures by local experts, government officials, and representatives
from the surrounding communities. Every student completes and presents
the results of a directed research project based on research techniques,
statistics, and scientific writing learned at the SFS Center. Students
get to know local residents through interviews, social activities
and community forums primarily centering around local schools, where
they work with high school science and math students. Accommodation
is provided in shared rooms at the SFS Center. Eligibility: At least
one course in environmental studies or biology highly recommended.
Commitment to understanding environmental issues. Willingness to
live and work in groups.
School for Field Studies
16 Broadway
Beverly, MA 01915-4499
PH: 1-800-989-4435 | Fax: 978-927-5127
admissions@fieldstudies.org
Program Adviser: Professor Campbell, X4932, Science 1609 |
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