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Loop Abroad: South Africa Wildlife and Conservation Semester Abroad (Outgoing Program)

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  • Locations: Cape Town, South Africa; Johannesburg, South Africa
  • Program Terms: Winter
  • Homepage: Click to visit
  • Program Sponsor: Loop Abroad 
  • Restrictions: SVSU applicants only
  • Dates / Deadlines
Fact Sheet:
Fact Sheet:
Language of Instruction: English Housing Options: Dormitory
Subject(s): Pre-Vet
Program Description:
 
 
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South Africa Wildlife and Conservation
Semester Abroad
Spanning the course of three months, students will have endless opportunities to gain hands-on experience learning clinical skills and providing care to South African animals in need. Gain valuable experience learning and implementing the important work conservation and zoo vets do while also enjoying free time visiting some of South Africa’s most popular sites, including going on safari!
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Program Highlights
 
  • Feed and help provide medical care to cheetahs throughout the program
  • Study big cats such as white and tawny lions, Siberian tiger, pumas, and leopards
  • Learn about all aspects of care and management of captive wildlife
  • Go on safari to see lions, leopards, rhino, elephants, buffalo, and more
  • Assist the zoo vet team in providing care such as vaccinations and deworming
  • Support enrichments and training for primates, including gibbons and lemurs
  • Visit a cultural village and get to learn more about South Africa's history
Our website contains all the information you need to get started on your study abroad adventure, including information about program itineraries, pricing, financial aid and fundraising, college credit, and more!
 
 
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Dates / Deadlines:
Dates / Deadlines:
Term Year App Deadline Decision Date Start Date End Date
Winter 2025 10/15/2024 ** Rolling Admission TBA TBA

** Indicates rolling admission application process. Applicants will be immediately notified of acceptance into this program and be able to complete post-decision materials prior to the term's application deadline.