Latin America Studies Course
This course examines Latin America’s geology, climate, resources, and societies, while building expertise in GIS, remote sensing, and research methods. Perfect for geography and geology professionals aiming to enhance regional analysis and develop policy-focused skills. Delve into physical environments, natural resources, and human interactions across key areas, using tools like GIS and remote sensing to study climate, hazards, land use, and conflicts, culminating in actionable reports linking environment to governance, culture, and development.

4 to 360h flexible workload
certificate valid in your country
What will I learn?
Gain a focused, hands-on introduction to Latin America’s landscapes, resources, and human patterns in major subregions. Master GIS, remote sensing, and integrated methods to assess climate impacts, natural hazards, land changes, and resource disputes, then craft impactful reports that tie environmental factors to policy, cultural contexts, and development results.
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Develop skills
- Map Latin American resources using GIS for rapid spatial analysis.
- Analyze resource conflicts and governance for practical policy briefs.
- Apply remote sensing data like MODIS, Landsat, and Sentinel to land and water studies.
- Connect geology, climate, and society to explain regional development patterns.
- Produce concise, sourced reports on subregions for technical and policy audiences.
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