The IMarEST provides 5 bursaries per year to fund places on the Whalefish Marine Research Techniques & Conservation Course, held on the Isle of Cumbrae (1hr 30min from Glasgow) 10-12th August 2018.The bursary is targeted at IMarEST student members studying marine and/or environmental sciences. The course provides an introduction to marine megafauna research techniques, acoustic and photo ID technology/research, human impact on the marine environment and conservation issues, alongside an opportunity to meet marine biological professionals, researchers and consultants, to network and further enhance CV development. The course is recognised by the IMarEST as contributing to CPD. ELIGIBILITY - Current IMarEST Student (SIMarEST) member which is free to eligible students. FUNDING - Each bursary is funded at £100 (GBP). The successful applicants will have to contribute the remaining £150 (GBP) for the course themselves. This will also cover food and accommodation. APPLICATION PROCESS - Personal Statement: Description of why you feel you would benefit from attending the course. Contact details for a referee who is willing to provide a written statement in support of your application For more information on the course and how to apply - https://www.imarest.org/funding/whalefish-bursary Sincerely Niru Dorrian -- Niru Neil Dorrian, BSc (Hons) RMarSci MIMarEST Co - Founder & Marine Mammal Biologist Whalefish Mail: niru@whalefish.org Url: www.whalefish.org Cell: +44 (0)7888747719 *Connect - Share - Inspire*