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Marine Science Field Course in South Africa

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Take a comprehensive crash course in marine science research and professional diving. This exciting program takes you to one of the most biodiverse stretches of South Africa’s Western Cape. You’ll join an experienced team of passionate marine scientists and assist with a variety of on-land, boat-based, and underwater research. On the outskirts of the greater Cape Town area, this marine science ...

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Program Highlights

Receive practical and theoretical training in marine research methods

Develop extensive knowledge of marine life and habitats

Gain insight into marine conservation and citizen science

Accrue international experience in social enterprise context

Work alongside a dedicated team of experts

Quick Details

Locations:
  • Cape Town, South Africa
Availability
Year(s) Offered2023, 2024, 2025Duration:
  • 2-4 Weeks
Cost Per Week$900-1250
Age Requirement:Varies
Types & Subjects
Fields:
  • Marine Science
Causes:
  • Marine Conservation
Guidelines
Nationalities:
  • Albanian
  • American
  • Andorran
  • Antarctica
  • Antiguan & Barbudan
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Awards

Innovative New Program, Intern Abroad Winner 2022Innovative New Program – Intern Abroad Finalist 2022

Program Details

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Locations

  • Cape Town, South Africa

Types and Subjects

  • Fields
  • Marine Science
  • Causes
  • Marine Conservation

Availability

Years Offered: 2023, 2024, 2025

Duration:
  • 2-4 Weeks
Intern Duration:
  • 1-3 Months
  • Short Term

Age Requirement

Age Requirement Varies

Guidelines

Nationalities:
  • Albanian
  • American
  • Andorran
  • Antarctica

This Program is also open to Solo

Cost per week

$900-1250

Program Cost Includes

  • Airport Transfer (Pick-Up)
  • Airport Transfer (Drop-Off)
  • In-Country Transportation To & From Project
  • Required Equipment

Accommodation Options

  • Dormitory
  • Group living

Qualifications & Experience

      Accepted Education Levels

    • Any/All Education Levels Accepted

    Application Procedures

    • Online Application
    • Resume

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    Take a comprehensive crash course in marine science research and professional diving. This exciting program takes you to one of the most biodiverse stretches of South Africa’s Western Cape. You’ll join an experienced team of passionate marine scientists and assist with a variety of on-land, boat-based, and underwater research. On the outskirts of the greater Cape Town area, this marine science center conducts a range of research programs on the area's varied shark, cetacean, seal and fish species as well as kelp forests and natural coral systems. As part of their work, they run a number of ecotourism activities, utilizing citizen science as a method of mass data-collection whilst broadening the reach of their community engagement. Your work will revolve around assisting with their ongoi...

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