Humans and Nature

3 Credits · Level: Undergraduate

Are humans part of or separate from nature? Do our current relationships to our natural surroundings affect how we live our lives? How do various perspectives on these fundamental questions affect the way human societies interact with and use nature? In this three-week study abroad program, you will travel to Cape Town, South Africa to explore answers to these questions and use them to understand how humans both shape and are shaped by the ecological systems in which modern societies exist. Hosted by the University of Cape Town’s International Academic Programmes Office, the program will delve into the principles and practices of nature conservation, the use of natural resources, and the impacts of human activities on local wildlife. Students should be prepared for an immersive experience, involving lots of time in nature as well as visiting animal sanctuaries and nature preserves.