| Winter 2014: Cayman Islands MAST |
| January 03, 2014 - February 06, 2014 |
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Photo provided by faculty director Mark Moline. |
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| Meetings | |
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| Interest Meetings: |
| | 02/19/2013 | 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM | 206 Robinson Hall |
| | 02/26/2013 | 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM | 206 Robinson Hall |
| | 03/06/2013 | 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM | 105 Robinson Hall |
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| Program Notes | |
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| This program accepts students on a rolling basis. We recommend that you apply early if you would like to be considered for acceptance. |
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| Program Description | |
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Study of the geology, ecology, evolution of coral reef environments are addressed in a natural field setting on the island of Little Cayman, Cayman Islands. This isolated island is located in the center of the Caribbean and host to a large diversity of organisms and habitat types. Students will have a rare opportunity to immerse themselves in the environment of study and enjoy this island community.
Based at the Little Cayman Research Center (Central Caribbean Marine Institute), you’ll interact with UD faculty local faculty and staff experts as you study coral reef environments. In addition, you’ll learn about the biological diversity and physiology through excursions to unique areas on Little Cayman, visits to various island locations. While traveling to almost every location on this small island over the course of the winter session program, there will be specific day-long excursions that will highlight lagoon environments, coral reefs in high/low energy systems, seagrass habitats, mangrove communities, and reef walls. Scientific diving will be a part of this this program, adding to the ability to understanding these systems at the same time as developing a new skill set.
Students reside in bunk-style rooms and bungalows at the Central Caribbean Marine Institute, with all meals provided.
Whether you’re interested in coral reef systems, island biogeography, or marine conservation issues, the Winter Session provides a unique opportunity to understand the environment first hand and experience island living.
Please note: Please note: All students are required to purchase their own mask, fins, snorkel, camera and, if desired--wetsuit. Students must also purchase Diver Alert Network (DAN) insurance at a cost of roughly $30 per person www.diversalertnetwork.org.
Also note: Medical certification for diving and Open Water Scuba certification are required for participation. Students who are not currently certified may enroll in a special section of BHAN132: SCUBA in the fall semester (if space is available). |
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| Program Courses | |
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| Students must enroll in all courses for credit and a grade; pass/fail and audit registration is not permitted. Please refer to the University Catalog to verify requirements and prerequisites |
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| All students must enroll in at least 7 credits, as well as the 0-credit UNIV course. |
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| MAST 410: Scientific Diving (3 credits) |
| The course will introduce students to scientific SCUBA diving techniques. Completion of will certify the student as an American Academy of Underwater Sciences (AAUS) Scientific Diver and allow eligibility to participate in UD diving projects with reciprocity with other universities and government agencies. Course will be taught by the UD Dive Safety Officer. |
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| MAST 443: Field Studies of Coral Reef Environments (3 credits) |
| The geology, ecology, evolution of coral reef environments are addressed in a field setting. An integrated approach of classroom instruction and theory will complement hands on observation, sampling, and experimentation in the field. Larger issues of climate change and human pressures will also be examined. |
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| MAST 467: AAUS Certification (1 credit) |
| Course work, swimming performance, underwater performance, and full participation within the Cayman Island program will be measured as requirements to obtain AAUS certification. |
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| UNIV 370-021: Study Abroad - Cayman Islands (0 credits) pass/fail |
| Students are asked to reflect upon changes in their knowledge, skills, and attitudes that occur due to their study abroad experience. |
| Satisfies the following requirements: |
| | Discovery Learning |
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| Requirements | |
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| For all participants, a formal application is necessary, including a deposit, one transcript (non-University of Delaware students only), and at least one recommendation. An interview may be conducted in person or by telephone. |
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| Study abroad at the University of Delaware is highly competitive. Please review the study abroad acceptance process. If you are not selected for your first choice program, we encourage you to apply to another program. |
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| Costs | |
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| Participants in the Cayman Islands MAST program will be charged University of Delaware tuition for one Winter Session and the program fee. |
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| The program fee usually covers housing, and all excursions but does not include transportation to/from the group's initial departure airport. Your specific program fee may or may not include these and other items. Check with the program's faculty director for details. |
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| A $300.00 deposit towards the program fee must be paid no later than September 25, 2013, although we recommend that you pay your deposit within three working days of submitting your application. The deposit is non-refundable if you are admitted into the program. The program acceptance list will be available approximately two weeks later. See below for additional program fee and tuition payment deadlines. |
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| All students pay all program fee deposits via this website: http://www.udel.edu/global/studyabroad/information/payments_and_refunds.html. Credit card payments are not accepted. |
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| Non-UD students, please send a copy of your official transcript to: IGS, Elliott Hall, 26 E. Main Street, Newark, DE 19716. |
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| | Delaware Resident | Non-Delaware Resident | | Estimated Tuition based on current year | $1,904.00 | $5,108.00 | | Estimated Program Fee | $6,800.00 | $6,800.00 | | UD Registration & Activities Fee | $30.00 | $30.00 | | Total (estimated) | $8,734.00 | $11,938.00 |
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Please note that final program fees are subject to change until the group's departure date. Final program fees may increase due to airline taxes, fuel surcharges, exchange rates, or changes in the group size.
IGS reserves the right to cancel a program at any time due to under-enrollment, safety/health/security issues, staffing issues, or any other relevant reason. Cancellation decisions will be made as early as possible in order to maximize alternate study abroad possibilities for students. Students will receive a full refund of program fees paid for any program canceled by IGS. |
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| Scholarships | |
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| Need- and merit-based scholarships are available to UD undergraduates on a competitive basis. For more details, please see our scholarships page (and be sure to submit scholarship materials by the deadlines). |
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| Deadlines | |
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| All payments and application materials are due by 5:00pm on the dates listed below: |
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| Submit Program Application | September 25, 2013 | | $300.00 Deposit | September 25, 2013 | | $2,500.00 Deposit | October 15, 2013 | | Final Program Fee Balance | November 05, 2013 | | Tuition and Fees | December 01, 2013 |
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| Please note that the this program accepts students on a rolling basis. We recommend that you apply early if you would like to be considered for acceptance. |
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| Contacts | |
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| Adam Marsh |
| Faculty Director |
| Marine Studies |
| 114 Smith Lab (Otis H) Mariculture - Lewes Campus |
| 302-645-4367 |
| amarsh@udel.edu |
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| Mark Moline |
| Faculty Director |
| Marine Studies |
| 204A Cannon Marine Studies Lab - Lewes Campus |
| 302-645-4263 |
| mmoline@udel.edu |
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| Mark Warner |
| Faculty Director |
| Marine Studies |
| 104 Smith Lab (Otis H) Mariculture - Lewes Campus |
| 302-645-4365 |
| mwarner@udel.edu |
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| File Downloads | |
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| 2014 Cayman MAST - flyer |
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| Program information is subject to change at any time. Please check this web site periodically for updates. |
