Fisheries and Aquatic Sciences Abroad
Imagine learning about the delicate marine ecosystems of coral reefs while living on the coast of Australia, taking classes about the ecology of the rainforest and its exotic inhabitants in Costa Rica, or conducting field work in the Amazon. Study abroad opens up opportunities around the world for Fisheries and Aquatic Sciences students to get a firsthand look at ecosystems drastically different than our own as well as access to global natural resource management styles.
Program Suggestions
The programs highlighted on this page are a good fit for students studying Fisheries and Aquatic Sciences.
Faculty-Led Programs
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Ecuador |
BIO 417: Tropical Field Biology (3 credits) AND NRM 407: Natural Resources and Society (3 credits) *Fulfills Global Perspectives and 2 Issues |
Semester and Academic Year Coursework Programs
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Australia |
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France |
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Ghana |
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Turkey |
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United Kingdom |
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Ecuador |
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Panama |
SIT: Tropical Ecology, Marine Ecosystems, and Biodiversity Conservation |
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South Korea |
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Summer Coursework Programs
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Australia |
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Costa Rica |
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Multiple |
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South Asia |
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Turks and Caicos Islands |
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Costa Rica |
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Field School Programs
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Bhutan |
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Costa Rica |
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Peru |
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India |
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Indonesia |
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Explore Other Program Options
There are other program options available. Schedule a study abroad advising appointment to learn more or browse our other program options:
Internships
Gain real-world experience globally and build your international network by participating in an internship abroad.
Academic Advice
- Department input requested
- Consider fulfilling your Issues General Education requirement abroad. Find out how!
RESTRICTIONS
- Students may NOT take BIO 495 Capstone abroad.
- Courses will be reviewed on a case by case basis through the course equivalency process.
KEEP IN MIND
- Once you have selected a program, be sure to meet with your adviser at least three months prior to departing for your program.
- Be sure to explore both GVSU and Provider options by browsing the Program Suggestions below. Students are not limited to GVSU study abroad programs.
- There are several opportunities to intern and or volunteer while abroad.
- Students are also able to fulfill General Education requirements abroad, including their General Education Issues requirement.
Scholarship Opportunities
Ross W. Perry Bachelor of Science/Core Sciences Major Scholarship
Las Gralarias Foundation Ecuador Study Abroad Scholarship
Apply for these scholarships: myScholarships
Explore more scholarship opportunities through our scholarship page
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