Individuals who are interested in the effects of climate change and environmental conservation may be interested in studying ecology at a college or university. Ecology programs concentrate their instruction on biodiversity, environmental law, forestry, and pollution in order to help students think about environmental issues on a global scale.

French Guiana is located on the coast of South America. Students with a background in French may be the most successful, although there are a number of other languages spoken in French Guiana. The Guiana Space Centre attracts professionals and students from around the world.