Sustainability Summer School in Sicily

Experience hands-on conservation and sustainability efforts in stunning settings in Syracuse, Sicily.

Dates & Fees
  • Cost: From 2,000 EUR
  • Ages: 18+
  • Dates: Awaiting 2025 dates;
  • Location: Syracuse, Sicily
  • Duration: 14 or 28 days

Summary

This summer program offers participants the chance to study marine ecology and biodiversity while engaging in hands-on conservation projects. Based in Sicily, participants will work with local NGOs, including WWF, and explore UNESCO heritage sites. The interdisciplinary approach ensures a balance of fieldwork, academic theory, and cultural immersion. All programs at Syracuse Academy are designed to advance the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) of the United Nations by providing accessible global learning opportunities for international students. This program is ideal for students passionate about environmental conservation and hands-on learning. Its location in Sicily offers access to diverse ecosystems, while fieldwork with NGOs like WWF ensures real-world impact.

Program Features

  • Experiential field trips
  • Marine turtle and dolphin monitoring
  • Snorkeling and whale observation
  • Sustainable development projects
  • Italian language courses
  • Join conservation efforts with the WWF Sicily Marine Turtle project

What's Included?

  • Fieldwork with local NGOs
  • Visits to UNESCO sites
  • Whale and dolphin monitoring
  • Italian language classes
  • Accommodation
  • Academic transcripts.

Program Campuses

Neapolis Study Center and Ortigia Study Center

Sicily

Syracuse

Key Information
Dates & Fees
  • Cost: From 2,000 EUR
  • Ages: 18+
  • Dates: Awaiting 2025 dates;
  • Location: Syracuse, Sicily
  • Duration: 14 or 28 days
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