Applied Bioacoustics for Conservation in Theory and Practice Field Course

This hands-on course provides an exploration of bioacoustics within terrestrial ecosystems, providing participants with the essential skills and knowledge to apply acoustic methodologies in ecological research and conservation efforts. Tailored toward graduate students, researchers and conservation practitioners, the two-week course covers both theoretical foundations and practical techniques necessary for field recording, sound-based biodiversity monitoring and ecosystem assessment in biodiverse terrestrial systems. 

Session I: May 10-23, 2026 Session II: September 20 – October 3, 2026

This 2-week residential course is based at Skukuza, Kruger National Park, South Africa, will be held twice in 2026 and is run in collaboration with the African Bioacoustics Community and the Organisation for Tropical Studies.

Standard Tuition – US $2,300
For participants from countries outside Africa.

African Students – US $1,600
For participants who hold citizenship in any African country.

What’s included

• All course materials, lectures, workshops, and field sessions
• On-site support and mentorship from course instructors
• Accommodation at the SSLI Campus in Skukuza (13 nights, shared)
• All meals for the duration of the course
• Transportation for all course-related activities within Kruger National Park
• Access to required acoustic recording equipment for hands-on training

Scholarships

A limited number of partial scholarships are available for participants with demonstrated financial need. To be considered, please include a brief scholarship motivation in your application.
Scholarship eligibility is assessed individually and only after applicants have been accepted into the course.

Applications close 30 March, 2026 for Session 1

For more information, please contact Africanbioacoustics@gmail.com or head to https://tropicalstudies.org/course/applied-bioacoustic, where you can also apply for 2026 course dates.