Marine Biology Study Abroad Programs in Indonesia

Seamester is the educational adventure of a lifetime! For more than 40 years, we have offered unparalleled educational voyages where students spend a semester at sea sailing between islands, countries, and even continents. We design our programs to provide engaging learning experiences with real outcomes in ways that are impossible to replicate in the traditional classroom. Living as part of a close-knit team on an ocean-going vessel, our students learn fundamental lessons beyond academics: teamwork, leadership, and personal responsibility. They receive academic credit from the University of South Florida, along with PADI scuba certifications and IYT sailing certifications. Our programs are designed to inspire students to realize that it’s the journey, not the destination, that matters the most.

Examine biodiversity, conservation, resource-use patterns, and wildlife restoration on the islands of Bali and Borneo. Journey through villages, volcanic landscapes, plantations, forests, coral reefs, mangroves, and seagrass beds in one of the world’s most ecologically rich regions. Starting in Bali, explore grassroots conservation focused on habitat restoration, sustainability, and endangered species management. Learn from conservationists protecting parks in Java and Borneo, and observe primates, coral reefs, and endangered species such as the Bali myna and Bornean orangutan. MONEY MATTERS SIT has given an average of over $1.3 million in scholarships and grants to SIT Study Abroad students in recent years and is committed to ensuring you have the information necessary to apply for such funding. Our program costs include academics, excursions, accommodations, airport transfers, and health insurance. Meal arrangements vary by program. Be sure to discuss how study abroad costs are handled at your school with your study abroad advisor and read the website for more specific information.

Immerse yourself in Bali – an island incredibly rich in culture, tradition, nature, and people who will welcome you with open hearts. This program gives you hands-on experiential education in marine biology, geography, and anthropology. Spend time in both remote, quiet villages and thriving cultural centers, giving you an unparalleled opportunity to explore and experience the vibrant diversity and friendliness that is Bali. Learn Marine Biology by snorkeling in breathtaking coral reefs just steps from the shore and exploring how reefs and marine organisms differ from the north to the south. Delve into the environmental footprint and challenges and discover innovations of those seeking to improve human relationships with nature. Truly experience and savor Bali’s astoundingly colorful and distinct cultures through their art and understand their context through anthropology. Bali is a place that once visited, will stay with you forever – the beauty, friendliness, and spirit of the island will deepen your life and your connection to the world.

Are you a student or young professional looking to enhance your career prospects through international work experience and hands-on learning? At Intern Abroad HQ, we help students and young professionals turn career aspirations into reality. We organize affordable internships in 20 destinations across 24 career fields that are tailored to meet each individual’s academic, professional, or personal requirements. With over 200 internship programs across Europe, Asia, Africa, Central America and South America to choose from, and options to intern from 2 weeks to 6 months either full-time or part-time, in-country or virtually, we facilitate career-enhancing experiences that work for you, not just the host organization. Intern Abroad HQ is proudly brought to you by the team behind International Volunteer HQ. We have collectively supported over 120,000 program participants since 2007 and are the only B Corp certified provider in our field.

Operation Wallacea is a research and environmental organisation, working alongside university and college academics to build long-term datasets to put towards various conservation management goals. We recruit volunteers to help out with the data collection and train them in the skills and background that are needed to help effectively. There's also the option to complete dissertations or senior theses at our sites. The Indonesia projects are based on Buton Island and the nearby Wakatobi island group, and are Opwall's longest-running projects. The marine site alone has published over 90 scientific papers, and the forest site has described 21 new vertebrate species to science. The marine site also feeds data gathered from the reef monitoring programs directly back to the Indonesian government. There are a large number of ongoing projects students can get involved with, with surveys on everything from the endemic Buton macaque down to herpetofauna and invertebrate species.

Our Marine Science A-Level course, accredited by Cambridge International, offers an intensive, fast-tracked pathway to earning a globally recognized pre-university qualification in just 16 weeks, starting in January and July. Whether you’re looking to kick-start a career in marine conservation, prepare for a university science program, or simply deepen your understanding of the ocean, this is your gateway to achieving your goals. At SORCE, learning goes far beyond the classroom. Nestled in the heart of the Coral Triangle, our research and conservation field school immerses you in the world of marine science. From the first dive into vibrant coral reefs to participating in hands-on conservation projects, every moment is an opportunity to live and breathe marine science alongside a community of ocean enthusiasts from around the globe. The program is divided into two stages: AS Level and A2 Level. The AS Level introduces core concepts, from the dynamics of marine ecosystems to the environmental processes that sustain our ocean. Building on this, the A2 Level focuses on the relationship between humans and the sea, exploring the ways we benefit from and impact marine environments.