Agricultural management and biodiversity - Ecuador
Hands-on experience in farming, animal husbandry and biodiversity management on the UDLA Farm
The UDLA Farm, located in the Ecuadorian Andes on the hillsides around the Pichincha volcano, is only a short drive from Quito. The farm covers almost 45 hectares and features agricultural production, product processing, academic field activities, research and community service projects. Through this eight-day course, international students will learn about one of Ecuador’s most important economic activities and participate in the farm’s daily management practices.
Modules: • Livestock production with small species • Bovine, ovine and porcine management • Farming and post-harvest • Water source management and climate change • Food product processing www.udla.edu.ec/internacional
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Cultural Heritage and Biodiversity in Ecuador UDLA’s Cultural Heritage and Biodiversity in Ecuador course focuses on both Ecuador’s cultural richness and its environmental biodiversity. It covers the country’s different traditions and ethnicities from the highlands, coastal regions and the Amazon, as well as the ecosystems and endemic animal species in each zone.
First part of the course: • Classes on the UDLA campus • Excursions to Quito’s Historic Center • Excursion to botanical gardens • Other tours around Quito Second part of the course: • Three days in the Andes • Four days in the Amazon jungle
IMPORTANT DATES AND REQUIREMENTS • Undergraduate and graduate students interested in Ecuador’s biodiversity and culture are encouraged to apply. • The course is in English. Programs dates: July 25 – August 6, 2016
Application deadline: April 30, 2016 PROGRAM INCLUDES: • • • •
Program fee • All tours and trips Course materials • Specialized bilingual guides Accommodations • Transfer airport-Quito at Lunch at the university and specific times during excursions
Contact: programasinternacionales@udla.edu.ec Photo credits: Ashmole Photography, Volunteer Abroad UBELOng, hhesterr, Drriss & Marrionn
www.udla.edu.ec/internacional
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