• A joint engineering-animal science initiative using drones and other technology to support wildlife conservation in Southern Africa.
• An immersive, field-research intensive study-abroad and research program lasting 5 weeks.
• An opportunity to design and fly drones, study African wildlife, conduct hands-on conservation and anti-poaching research, and experience living, eating, and working in Namibia with other NC State students.

During our program students will,

• Live and work at the N/a’an ku sê Wildlife Sanctuary in rural Namibia, outside the capital city.
• Operate, fly, and help build multi-rotor & fixed wing drones.
• Learn navigational skills, participate in live animal surveys, and conduct anti-poaching operations with trained anti-poaching & K9 units.  
• Volunteer on ecotourism projects including carnivore feeding, animal enrichment, baboon walks, and coordinated game counts.  
• Live off-the-grid in a close-knit community and communalistic culture. 
• Spend your semester outside, away from the classroom, up close and personal, with some of Africa’s most majestic animals!

Short Intro Video

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If you want to learn more, we will be holding information sessions in the late fall and early spring. Check out the "Interested?" page to join our email list, or check back here later for dates, times, and locations.