Ecology of Dalmatian Coast and the Roots to Croatian Wine Tradition program (Dubrovnik, Croatia)
Spend four weeks exploring the natural beauty of Croatia, its diverse ecosystems and wine making history, methods and techniques!
Program Highlights
- Combine classroom-based study with field learning excursions and guided tours that will take you to coastal areas, national parks and wine regions outside of Dubrovnik.
- Participate in a week-long sailing excursion that will take you to the coastal islands in the Adriatic Sea to study the local ecosystems which have influenced the rich history of Croatian wine culture.
Program Term: Summer
Program Dates: Mid May to Mid June (4 weeks)
Course Details:
ENVS-150 - Ecology of the Dalmatian Coast
- This course is an introduction to population, community and ecosystem ecology, stressing the dynamic interrelationships of plant and animal communities of the Dalmatian Coast in Croatia. 4 credits
HSPT 161 - Wines of the World
- This course is an introduction to the global wine history, vineyard methods, production techniques, grape characteristics, sensory evaluation, marketing and distribution. 2 credits
No pre-requisites. Open to all undergraduate majors.
Applications are open for summer 2022. Application deadline: March 1, 2022
Watch a short video from the 2019 program:
Watch a short video from the 2018 program:
Application Process
To apply please fill out the online Application form HERE.
Students from the Rochester campus should start an application in the Compass and contact Maureen Shannon, Study Abroad Advisor at RIT Global at masisr@rit.edu to set up an appointment.
For program cost and other questions contact RIT Croatia at iocro@rit.edu.