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Field Studies Council – Snorkelling for Marine Biology – Millport

Interested in learning more about marine life? Explore UK waters on our Snorkelling for Marine Biology residential.

This course is aimed at young people aged 16 and 18 years old who are interested in learning more about marine life.
Explore UK waters on our Snorkelling for Marine Biology residential. The UK’s waters are full of amazing marine life but, are often under-appreciated. This course will give you a taste of our fascinating underwater world and will qualify you as a Scuba Schools International (SSI) snorkel diver at Millport Field Centre and a British Sub-Aqua Club (BSAC) snorkel diver at Dale Fort Field Centre.

Snorkelling for Marine Biology is aimed at beginners, this progressive course will cover practical skills and theory sessions.
Time out of the water will be spent learning about marine habitats and species, marine conservation and current threats to our oceans. Talks will be from centre staff and guest speakers.

This course is suitable for the residential section of the Gold Duke of Edinburgh Award. Always check with your leader before booking.

Cost includes full board accommodation, lunch & hot and cold drinks and in-course transport.

Course date:
Monday 10th August 2026
Course location:
Millport
Course fee:
£657

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