Students Complete Open Water Diving Course to Advance Marine Science Careers

Three students from the Centre for Fisheries and Ocean Studies (CFOS) have successfully completed an open-water diving course aimed at advancing their careers as marine scientists. The training was conducted by the dive school at Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru, providing students with hands-on experience in essential underwater skills. Throughout the course, participants developed the competencies required for safe and effective diving indispensable tools for fieldwork in marine research and conservation.

Beyond certification, the students took part in various activities conducted by the resort, gaining valuable practical exposure to real-world marine operations. This experience will support their future work in marine research and conservation, where diving skills are essential for activities such as reef surveys, species monitoring, and habitat assessment.

The collaboration between CFOS and Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru highlights the importance of industry partnerships in delivering applied training opportunities for the next generation of marine scientists.