Welcome to Red Sea Research

Courses and Packages

Course placements are available from February 1st

Discounts available for groups of 4 or more and all 2010 bookings before January 4th

Gap year packages available from March 2010

(please contact us for availability)

Background

Red Sea Research diver courses are designed to enable both experienced and recently qualified
recreational divers to take part in marine research projects and do so with the minimum of additional
on-site training or supervision. Scuba courses can be provide for non-divers and will require an additional
7 days.

Red Sea Research staff will teach students to understand the terminology, procedures and methodology
of data collection to the standards required by the International Marine research authorities. We also train
students in the safety, planning, methodology and the practical applications of Lift-bag use relevant to
environmental projects, and a basic knowledge of tropical marine ecology. 

Our courses will increase a student’s environmental awareness while promoting organisational skills
problem solving abilities, self confidence, and the social and technical skills needed to allow a student to
work as part of a Marine scientific research team. The courses are separated into modules; each module
is divided into academic and practical sessions specifically designed to compliment the preceding module.
There will be a prerequisite academic and practical evaluation to determine each student’s capabilities and
skills. Once a student has reached an acceptable level, they will be allowed to conduct supervised surveys
on behalf of the South Sinai Marine Protectorate, (SSMP) and participate in local environmental projects.

The marine surveying methods taught at Red Sea Research are to the required standards needed to collect
baseline data and can be expanded to suit specific research criteria. Data collected and catalogued using
these methods provide reliable information on the current status of a survey site, and allow comparisons
over regional and global scales influencing future research projects.

Pre-requisite

Students must provide proof of certification to dive to 20 metres, with a minimum of 20 logged dives. Scuba
courses can be provided to non divers if required. Proof of certification and log book must be presented upon
enrolment.

Course outlines and modular requirements

Red Sea Research Diving courses are divided into 8 modules; with each module divided into Academic and
Practical sessions. Modules can be completed independently or in a package depending on time restraints.
All modules can be referred for up to 12 months.

Each candidate’s abilities will be graded on a scale of 1 to 5 in each section of a module. A score of 75% Is
require to successfully complete each module.

Modules 1,2 and 3

These modules are designed for novice and newly qualified recreational
divers with little experience in buoyancy control and divers with no or
limited rescue or search and recovery training. Students qualified or 
experienced in these techniques will be asked to complete a short 
evaluation program to demonstrate their knowledge and skills, then given
specialised training in the techniques relevant to research diving if required.
These modules must be completed satisfactorily before any further training.

Certification

A Red Sea Research diploma will be awarded for each module
successfully completed with a log book is to record the modules, 
specialised courses completed, and any surveys or research projects on
which they have actively participated. A Red Sea Research ID card will be
awarded to all students upon completing the basic skills practised in 
modules 1-4. The certification fee is applicable once only as courses
are recorded in the logbook and updated in the Red Sea Research
members database. The Red Sea Research certification is validated by
renewing your annual membership, if a Research diver does not log any
research dives within 2 years a re-fresher course will be required to learn
updated techniques and skills. A student can improve their skills by
completing additional modules becoming an active volunteer or enrol in one of our speciality courses.

Membership

A membership number is given is given to all students upon enrolment and is printed on all further
documentation. The membership fee is included in the initial course fee and will be deducted from
future  courses. A annual renewal fee of €15 is required to retain membership. This fee will be added
to Red Sea Research fund to finance ongoing and future research projects.

Members will be invited to join research projects and specialised courses and will receive a monthly
news later and Internet updates, receive discounts on further education, specialised subject courses
and accommodation expenses.Membership allows you to discuss courses, projects and ideas with
friends, staff and experts. Membership is also available to non divers allowing them to contribute to
research programs, and participate as surface support in shore or boat based projects and receive the
benefits and special offers available to diving members

To become a member click here

Professional qualifications

At Red sea Research we can train and certify Research diver trainers to the levels of; Site supervisor
Assistant instructor and  Red Sea Research Course Instructor allowing a successful candidate to
teach Red Sea Research Diver courses independently. These courses are available to students have
successfully completed the research diver modules and hold a current Open water diving Instructor
certification, issued by a recognised diving institution. Red Sea Research teaching status is valid as
long as Red Sea Research Professional membership is renewed.

Course Dates

All courses begin on the first Monday of every month with intermediary courses every Monday.
Alternative dates can be arranged for large groups and university field trips. Courses can be referred to
a later date on request. (no longer than 12 months)

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Module outlines

Module 1. Advanced Buoyancy control. 2 day course

Booking ref: M01/D Please quote the reference number on all enquiries.

This course improves the divers buoyancy control by implementing breathing control, weight distribution and load handling exercises with an underwater obstacle course. This course was designed to evaluate and enhance a divers buoyancy control capabilities and is a pre-requisite for qualified divers starting any Red Sea Research diver program.

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Module 2. Navigation and Survey methods. 2 day course

Booking ref: M02/D Please quote the reference number on all enquiries.

This module will train the student in the navigation skills relevant to accurately set out and mark an area for topographical and benthic surveying methods and the environmental evaluations, distance estimation and surveying techniques required when conducting a thorough ecological survey

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Module 3. Safety, Equipment handling and Rescue techniques. 2 day course

Booking ref: M03/D Please quote the reference number on all enquiries.

This module will teach the student to work as part of a team by implementing safety protocols to minimise the possible hazards encountered when conducting marine research in the field. The student will be able to practice the practical responses, prevention and environmental evaluation techniques relevant to research diving safety, while training in the Red Sea Research rescue scenarios.

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Module 4. Introduction to Tropical Marine Ecology. 1 day course:

Booking ref: M04/D Please quote the reference number on all enquiries.

This module will instruct the student in the laws and regulations applicable to environmental research legislation globally and in the red sea. The course includes discussions on the habitats and ecologies of mammals, corals ,fish and mangroves predominant in the Red sea, and the conditions in which they thrive or decline.

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Module 5. Knots, Splicing and Slinging. 1 day course:

Booking ref: M05/D Please quote the reference number on all enquiries.

A diver involved in any marine research activity, must be able to tie knots quickly and securely, join damaged or snapped lines and sling an object for lifting whenever the need arises. This course will teach a student the most common knots, splices, and slinging methods relevant to marine research.

(This module is mandatory with module 6)

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Module 6. Lift-bag techniques. 3 day course:

Booking ref: M06/D Please quote the reference number on all enquiries.

Lift-bags are useful in controlling the descents of heavy tools being lowered, and for moving equipment or debris too heavy to manhandle to different locations. This course will train the student in the safety, planning, and practical applications of using lift-bags in shallow water (20m) and the methods relevant to coastal marine surveying.

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Module 7. Topographical Surveying Techniques. 4 day course:

Booking ref: M07/D Please quote the reference number on all enquiries.

In this module the student will learn how to make the accurate topographical maps which are essential in any type of marine survey. An accurate Underwater map allows surveyors to see the topographical features of a potential research site, to locate and mark suitable entry and exit points, assist in underwater navigation, and planning survey schedules. Maps also allow surveyors to compare topographical changes to sites previously surveyed.

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Module 8. Benthic and Bathymetric surveying Techniques. 5 day course            

Booking ref: M08/D  Please quote the reference number on all enquiries.

The marine surveying methods taught at Red Sea Research are of the required standard needed to collect baseline data that can be expanded on to suit specific research criteria. Data collected and catalogued using these methods provide reliable information on the current status of a survey site, and allows comparisons over regional and global scales, influencing future research projects.

For a full itinerary click here.

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Qualified packages

Red Sea Research Qualified diver packages are designed to train recreational divers to become environmentally active by allowing you to participate in ongoing research projects, gaining the experience require to become an asset to any independent research projects conducted throughout the world. All qualified diver packages include certification, membership, permissions, weights and tanks.

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Eco Diver - 4 day course

Booking ref: QP04/D Please quote the reference number on all enquiries.

This course is the first step to becoming competent in the techniques used in any marine research project. During this course you will learn the master the basic skills needed to become a qualified research diver. You will be taught the terminology and techniques required to become an asset to any benthic survey projects. 7 nights accommodation is available with this package.

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Advanced Eco Diver - 7 day course:

Booking ref: QP07/D Please quote the reference number on all enquiries.

The Advanced course includes an introduction to underwater topographical surveying methods, as well as benthic and bathymetrical surveying methodology. You will learn the terminology and techniques required to become an asset to any marine survey projects.

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Special offer 2010

Advanced Eco diver course+10 dive recreational package 14 days

Booking ref: QP14/RD

This package allows a student to combine a course with a holiday by enjoying the dive sites of South Sinai with a 10 recreational dive package and the Red Sea Research Advanced Eco diver course.

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Enviro Diver - 14 day course

Booking ref: QP14/D Please quote the reference number on all enquiries.

This course will increase the student’s environmental awareness while promoting organisational skills, problem solving abilities, self confidence, and the social and technical skills needed to allow a student to work as part of a Marine scientific research team.
The course is separated into modules; each module is divided into academic and practical sessions specifically designed to compliment the seceding module. There will be a prerequisite academic and practical evaluation to determine each student’s capabilities and skills. Once a student has reached an acceptable level, they will be allowed to conduct supervised surveys on behalf of the Egyptian National parks authority and assist in ongoing research projects conducted by independent research organisations operating in the Red Sea.

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Research Diver - 28 day course

Booking ref: QP28/D Please quote the reference number on all enquiries.

It will cover the aspects of marine research data collection and surveying techniques vital to becoming a competent marine sciences volunteer or future researcher. It will  also increase the student’s environmental awareness while promoting organisational skills, problem solving abilities, self confidence, and the social and technical skills needed to allow a student to work as part of a Marine scientific research team. For more information and a full itinerary click here.

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Non diver packages

These Research Diver courses will first teach a student to become an internationally recognised advanced scuba diver with all the necessary skills to operate underwater safely and with confidence. This will take approximately 6 days, involving academic lessons and practical sessions conducted in confined water until the student is confident; then practised in open water. Once the basic skills have been mastered and the student is comfortable with their diving techniques the student can begin the Red Sea Research diver course which is specifically designed to teach a student the knowledge and skills required to give a solid foundation in marine biological and geographical research.

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Advanced Eco diver course + Scuba course - 14 day course

Booking ref: ND14/D Please quote the reference number on all enquiries.

This package combines a 7 day open water and advanced recreational diving course with the Red Sea Research Advanced Eco diver certification. This course will cover the aspects of marine research data collection and surveying techniques vital to becoming a competent marine sciences volunteer of future researcher. It will also increase the students environmental awareness while promoting organisational skills, problem solving abilities, self confidence, and the social and technical skills needed to allow a volunteer research diver to work as part of a marine scientific research team.

For a full itinerary click here.

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Research Diver + Scuba course - 28 day course

Booking ref: ND28/D Please quote the reference number on all enquiries.

This course will begin by teaching a students to become internationally recognised advanced scuba divers with all the necessary skills to operate underwater safely and with confidence. This will take approximately 7 days, involving academic lessons and practical sessions conducted in confined water until the student is confident; then practised in open water. Once the basic skills have been mastered, the student can begin the internationally recognised Red Sea Research diver course, which is specifically designed to teach a student the knowledge and skills required to give a solid foundation in marine biological and geographical research. It will cover the aspects of marine research data collection and surveying techniques vital to becoming a competent marine sciences volunteer or future researcher. It will also increase the student’s environmental awareness while promoting organisational skills, problem solving abilities, self confidence, and the social and technical skills needed to allow a student to work as part of a marine scientific research team.

For a full itinerary click here

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Research Diver Plus - 35 day course: (Gap year)

Booking ref: ND35/D Please quote the reference number on all enquiries.

This course is ideal for students beginning a career in the marine sciences, the course will begin by teaching a students to become internationally recognised advanced scuba divers with all the necessary skills to operate underwater safely and with confidence. This will take approximately 6 days, involving academic lessons and practical sessions conducted in confined water until the student is confident; then practised in open water. Once the basic skills have been mastered and the student is comfortable with their diving techniques, the student can begin the internationally recognised Red Sea Research diver course, which is specifically designed to teach a student the knowledge and skills required to give a solid foundation in marine biological and geographical research. It will cover the aspects of marine research data collection and surveying techniques vital to becoming a competent marine sciences volunteer or future researcher. It will also increase the student’s environmental awareness while promoting organisational skills, problem solving abilities, self confidence, and the social and technical skills needed to allow a student to work as part of a Marine scientific research team.

For more information and a full itinerary click here

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