Environmental Studies
Majors
Are you interested in studying abroad
for a semester? You should be!
Elon’s Environmental Studies
students can at programs all over the world, taking
environmental and general studies courses. To get more
information, download brochures and applications from our Semester by Location page.
Below are some courses appropriate to
your major offered at some of Elon’s affiliate semester
institutions. Meet with your ENS advisor to see if these
classes may count in your major requirements. If you are
interested in Environmental Studies classes on one of our
programs not listed below, please make an appointment with a
study abroad advisor.
Australia
Curtin University, Perth
Elon students have studied at Curtin for years! Stay for a
semester or a year. Live in apartments with Australian and
other international students during your semester. You must
take one Australian or Aboriginal Studies course, which can
be chosen from a range of courses and can fulfill a general
or advanced studies credit.
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Tourism and Recreation: Cultural, Economic and Environmental
Impacts and the Implications for Development and
Planning
Environmental Health Specialization
Plant Protection
Plant Physiology
Cell Biology
Animal Biology
Rural and Regional Australia (Land Use Trends, Technological
Change, Environmental Degradation, Demography, Inequality,
and Planning)
Resource Managements
Ecology
Environmental Conservation (History of Environmentalism,
Development of Public Policy and Practice in Environmental
Planning)
Sustainable Production and Consumption
Environmental Awareness
Western Australian Environments
Global Change (Demography, Economic Development,
Environment, Urbanization and Social Inequity)
Many more… see an advisor.
China
The Beijing Center
The enormously powerful nation of China offers a
wealth of learning opportunities. From the booming
business industry to the historically diverse art and
religion, the Beijing Center offers students the opportunity
to study courses from a variety of disciplines with an Asian
focus.
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Environment of China (Spring)
Costa
Rica
Elon University, San Jose
In addition to its natural beauty, Costa Rica is an
ideal location in which to study the rapid social, cultural,
economic, political and environmental changes that face much
of the developing Latin American world. The program is based
in the capital, San Jose, and includes many opportunities and
activities to enjoy Costa Rica’s natural wonders as
well as to learn about many of the issues that face
contemporary Latin America.
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Environmental Science
Costa
Rica
Center for Sustainable Human Development, San
Jose
Balancing between the lush rainforest beauty of and
the modernity of its busy capital city, this program focuses
on the political, economic and environmental development of
Latin America. One semester of Spanish language study is
recommended – students will study Spanish and take the
rest of their classes in English.
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People and the Environment in Track
Cultural Diversity and the Challenge of Development in
Central America
Human Development and Poverty in Central America
Environmental Issues and Sustainable Development: Case
Studies in Central America
Urban and Rural Development’s Impact on Central
Americas Environment
Denmark
Denmark International Studies,
Copenhagen
Located in the modern Danish city of Copenhagen, students
study a variety of topics amidst world-renowned architecture.
Live in dormitories with students from around the world or
with a Danish family. Take classes in your major as well as
Advanced Studies
credits.
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Environmental History of Europe
Environmental Problems and Policy: A European
Perspective
Environmental Business Strategy
Marine Biology of European Coastal Waters
Ecology and Human Impact in the North and Baltic
Ecotoxicology: Principles and Practice
The Biophysical Basis of Ecophysiology
Energy and Environment Cycling in Ecosystems
England
Sussex University, Brighton
A medium-sized school, Sussex is located in the bustling
coastal city of Brighton and hosts hundreds of international
students every year. This program allows students to
integrate completely with the university and take a wide
variety of classes. Live in dormitories with British and
other international students. Each semester consists of two
terms with a break in the middle.
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Aquatic Ecology and Pollution
Environmental Perspectives on Development
Environmental Issues
Fundamental Environmental Science
Measuring Contamination
Atmospheric and Oceanographic Physics
Atmospheric Chemistry
Biodiversity and Environmental Management
Environmental and Climatic Change
Geological Processes and Hazards
Hydrology, River Basin and Coastal Zone Management
Introduction to Environmental Economics
Land Degradation and Desertification
Environmental Toxicology
Pollution: Processes and Impacts
Ghana
University of Ghana at Legon, Accra
Ghana gained its independence from Great Britain in 1957 and
is striving to incorporate democratic principles into
government and society. The University of at Legon is one of
the country's best universities and offers a wide variety
of courses for many majors.
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Environmental Zones of West Africa
Aquatic Biology
Economic Botany
Floral/Reproductive Biology
Conservation and Environmental Studies
Watershed Management and Conservation
Evolution
Numerous Biology Courses Available
Numerous Chemistry Courses Available
Kenya
School for Field Studies, Nairobi and
Kilimanjaro
Semester Program in Wildlife Ecology and
Management
In this unique program, students examine native wildlife and
see how management techniques help local cultures and
economies in Kenya. Students will have the opportunity to
study wildlife management at one of two field stations.
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Techniques of Wildlife Management
Wildlife Ecology
Environmental Policy and Socioeconomic Values
Directed Research
Mexico
School For Field Studies, Baja
Semester Program in Marine Mammal Conservation and
Coastal Ecosystems
This is a unique opportunity to study a wide variety of
marine and coastal life in Mexico. Sea lions, sea turtles and
many other extraordinary animals and plants make up this
diverse but threatened natural refuge.
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Principles of Resource Management
Coastal Ecology
Economic and Ethical Issues in Sustainable Development
Directed Research
Scotland
St. Andrews University, Scotland
One of the most renowned and ancient universities in the
United Kingdom, the University of St. Andrews is located
north of Edinburgh in a small university town that attracts
students from all over the world. Students can take a wide
variety of courses for many majors. This will be a
challenging semester!
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Global Environmental Problems
The Earth in Crisis? Understanding Current Global
Environmental Issues
Environmental Management in Scotland
Costal Environments and Sea Level Change
Quaternary Environmental Reconstruction
Oceans and Climates
Atmospheric Pollution
Climate and Weather Systems
Tropical Environments and Environmental Issues
Sedimentary Environments and Depositional Frameworks
Environmental Geoscience
Sustainability: Ensuring Our Common Future
Sustainable Development: Ecological and Environmental
Aspects
Sustainable Development: Social and Economic Aspects
Case Studies in Sustainable Development
South Africa
Overseas Tropical Studies, Duke University
Semester Program in Ecology and
Conservation
South Africa’s rich biological and cultural diversity
make it an exceptional location in which to examine issues
related to ecology and conservation. Based in Kruger National
Park, field study and research exercises will expose you to
different types of savanna as you view the park’s
abundant wildlife.
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South African Ecosystems and Diversity
Field Research in Savanna Ecology
Conservation and Management of Protected Areas in South
Africa
Sweden
Orebro University, Orebro
In the ancient castle town of Orebro, students will be
surrounded by a mix of history and modernity. Courses range
across many disciplines, and will be taught in English.
Students will be in classrooms with other Swedish students
and international students. Four courses will be taken in
blocks, one at a time, throughout the term.
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Environmental Physiology (Fall)
Environmental Physics (Fall)
Environmental Toxicology (Spring)
Turks and Caicos
Islands
School for Field Studies,
Semester Program in Marine Resources
Management
Located in the Caribbean, these islands have some of the
most diverse marine habitats in the world. Students will
examine environmental issues and get involved with the local
community through the Department of Environmental and Costal
Resources and the National Park Service.
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Tropical Marine Ecology
Principles of Resource Management
Environmental Policy and Socioeconomic Values
Directed Research
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