Sustainability Summer School in Sicily

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

• Cost:
  From 2,000 EUR
• Ages: 18+
• Duration: 14 or 28 days

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.

• Experiential field trips
• Marine turtle and dolphin monitoring
• Snorkeling and whale observation
• Join conservation efforts with the WWF Sicily Marine Turtle project

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

• Extracurriculars
• Accommodation

Students engage in marine and terrestrial ecology studies, project-based learning, and sustainable development goals, offering a comprehensive education in environmental challenges in the Mediterranean.

Cultural excursions to UNESCO sites like Mount Etna and Taormina;
Weekend trips to explore Sicilian heritage and

Participants will stay in shared student accommodations near the Neapolis and Ortigia campuses, surrounded by historical landmarks and nature. Meals are provided during field trips and at the center.

• Cost:
  From 2,000 EUR
• Ages: 18+
• Duration: 14 or 28 days

Courses offered as part of this Program.

No courses currently listed for this program

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