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    Oceans Research Institute: Field Research Program

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    • Listing Type: Gap Year Programs
    • Program Delivery: Residential
    • Destinations: South Africa
    • Credit Awarded: None
    • Program Length: Semester
    • Start Month: September
    • Category: STEM
    • Selective: No
    • Gender: Coed
    • Ages: 18, 19+, 19
    • Housing: Dorm
    • Minimum Cost: $1,000 - $2,999
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    Overview

    The Oceans Research Institute, based in South Africa, provides marine researchers of tomorrow with a unique, hands-on experience to learn a wide variety of methods and research approaches to practical marine or terrestrial field research.

    Oceans Research Institute investigates biology and ecology of mega-fauna  that includes sharks, marine mammals, and terrestrial carnivores.  We advise governmental and non-governmental bodies on conservation issues.  We also provide multi-disciplinary practical and theoretical training  for aspiring researchers from internships to postgraduate levels working with partner schools, technical colleges, and universities.