Smithsonian-Mason Semester in Conservation Studies
The Smithsonian-Mason School of Conservation is proud to offer two
16-credit programs for undergraduates committed to the study of
conservation. Each semester-long program, Applied Conservation
Strategies and Ecology for Effective Conservation Practices, offers
five integrated courses that include a work experience with
researchers at the Smithsonian Conservation Biology Institute (SCBI)
as well as classes focusing on conservation theory and applications.
The Semester in Applied Conservation Strategies focuses on the
scientific, sociopolitical and economic root causes of conservation
issues and ways in which science informs management and policy.
Ecology for Effective Conservation Practices emphasizes the
application of ecological theory to the study of conservation and
methods for successfully communicating about threats to species. Both
semester extensively host guest lectures and field exercises with
professional conservation researchers, practitioners and policymakers.
Our new academic and dorm facilities provide a state-of-the-art
learning environment. During the Semester, students live in a
close-knit academic community that emphasizes active learning,
teamwork, hands-on field experience, public communication and case
studies, preparing them for conservation-related professions and
graduate study.
These unique programs are open to upper-level and post-baccalaureate
students from any college or university. Students should have
completed a minimum of 45 credits of college course work, and be
committed to the practice of conservation. In addition, for the
Semester in Ecology for Effective Conservation Practices, students
should have completed at least one upper-level ecology course.
Semester programs may be taken individually or in consecutive
semesters. A federal background check is required.
Please share this information with students and colleagues across
disciplines who may be interested in this opportunity. More
information about the program and how to apply may be accessed at our
website
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