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Location
  • Indonesia
    • Bali
Length
4 - 12 weeks
Program Tags
Conservation Hands-On Learning Internships

Program Details

Activities
Scuba Diving
Timeframe
Year Round
Housing
Hostel
Primary Language
English
Age Min.
18
Age Max
99

Pricing

Starting Price
2060
Price Details
Course price includes
4 Courses including materials and certifications
4 weeks of diving and instruction
30 nights accommodation
Return Transfer from Bali

This course complies with the European Scientific Diving Panel (ESDP) Common Practices for Recognition of European Competency Levels for Scientific Diving at Work and the American Academy of Underwater Sciences (AAUS) Standards for Scientific Diving
What's Included
Accommodation Airport Transfers Some Equipment Wifi
What's Not Included
Airfare Meals Park Fees Travel Insurance Visa
What's Not Included (Extra)

Required for the course; SMB, Reel, Dive computer, and mask

Jun 21, 2023
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About Program

Blue Corner Marine Research at Blue Corner Dive Nusa Lembongan has established an extensive coral restoration project which is the longest running and largest coral restoration project in the Nusa Pendia Marine Park.
Our Scientific Diver professional-level certification course is an intensive training program designed to meet all the competency standards of the European Scientific Diver qualification. The course is aimed towards anyone interested in working in the environmental consulting industry, for conservation NGO's, or working with marine parks. This course is a 4 - week program and there are additional courses available for you to extend your time on Nusa Lembongan.
Learn Scientific Diving Techniques and Participate in Research Diving Courses taught by Marine Biologists, PADI Dive Instructors, and CMAS Instructors.
Nusa Lembongan is located just 30 minutes from Bali by speed boat and offers world class diving and surfing. Programs start every Saturday.

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Completing a coral survey from Nusa Lembongan, Bali, Indonesia
Enjoying the crystal clear waters of Nusa Lembongan
Preparing a coral frame during the reef restoration week at Blue Corner Dive Nusa Lembongan

Program Highlights

  • Scientific Diving Fundamentals
  • Coral Reef & Marine Ecology
  • Reef Health Monitoring
  • Coral Restoration Week
  • World Class Diving

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Program Reviews

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  • Academics 5
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  • Housing 4.45
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Bailey
25
Female
United States
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Scientific Divemaster

Jun 19, 2023

The conservation and ecology programs at Blue Corner have been some of the most valuable course I’ve taken over the span of my 24 years. The ability to learn material and then apply the knowledge underwater was truly a unique experience. Our teacher Egi did an amazing job teacher without words underwater - a skill I did not know existed. I would recommend this course to any scuba diver as it would even further expand their love for ocean and provide them with a new approach to learning. I made incredible friends and a deep relationship with my teachers Jackson and Egi. I’ve never craved class the way I did while completing the course. It re-sparked my love for learning and opened up possible career opportunities I never imagined.

Pros
  • Learning while traveling
  • Provides information even past the course
  • Improves scuba diving proficiency
Cons
  • Long days
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Natalia
45
Female
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

The most completed programs

Jun 19, 2023

I found Blue Corner Marine Research looking for the Reef Check Instructor course and I ended up doing all the programs they offer. These are very well structured, it is easy to learn about the different aspects of coral reefs and apply this knowledge under the water. You can pick up the programs that you are interested in but the reallity is that you will end up doing as many as you can because the vibe is friendly, the location is a paradise and the quality of the education is the best, whether you come from marine science or not. Definitely unforgotten experience 💦

Pros
  • The quality of the education
  • Flexibility
  • friendly and professional vibe
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Lorenzo
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Amazing Experience

Jun 19, 2023

I've had the chance to dive with Andrew and Egi from Blue Corner Dive for a 3-weeks internship based on reef ecology, reef biology and coral reef restoration.

It was an amazing experience, I learnt so much knowledge both from a scientific and a diving point of view.
Nusa Lembongan and Nusa Penida are beautiful sites to dive and to appreciate the immense biodiversity that the coral triangle offers.

I would definitely suggest to book some dives or an internship with them.
I would certainly do my experience again!

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Nicole
Female
United States
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

The Perfect Group to Explore your Conservation Goals With

Feb 24, 2023

Extremely professional and knowledgeable, the Blue Corner staff goes the extra mile in any area you want to explore or hone your skills with their flexibility and agility. From the first interaction, the team went out of their way to help, from housing to understanding your goals, to everything else you'd need. You won't find better location if you want to advance your diving skills or get your feet wet in marine conservation. Nusa Penida and Lembongan are rich in coral and marine life -- making the Blue Corner Dive experience one of the best. My only complaint about Blue Corner Dive and Conservation Center is I couldn’t stay longer.

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Questions & Answers

Staff Interviews

These are in-depth Q&A sessions with program leaders.

Made Partayasa

Program
Blue Corner Conservation Program 4 - 12 Weeks
Job Title
PADI Course Director
Made is also the First Balinese Course Director from Nusa Lembongan. Made has been Diving in Nusa Lembongan since 1998 and joined the Blue Corner Dive team in April 2012. His enthusiasm is a great asset and all his students have enjoyed discovering and exploring the underwater world. Made is a very safe diver and works with a constant smile here at the Dive Resort. He also services all the equipment here at Blue Corner Dive. Made’s favourite dive site is SD. Made speaks fluent english, Bahasa Indonesia and Bahasa Balinese. When not teaching the PADI instructor course Made's second favourite course to teach is the PADI Open Water Diver.
Made Partayasa

Interview

What is your favorite travel memory?

After a number of years working with Blue Corner Dive I was able to start to travel and explore some of the great diving in Indonesia. I was invited on a live aboard trip to see Whalesharks in Cenderwashi Bay. The trip was a complete surprise to me until we got to the airport. What a magical surprise and opportunity to be on a boat, exploring some of the fantastic diving my country has to offer.

How have you changed/grown since working for your current company?

I enjoy diving here in the area and will show all of his guests the large pelagics as well as some of the smaller critters on the reef.

I started out as a PADI Divemaster, after some time Made worked diligently to become a PADI Instructor and assistant manager of Blue Corner Dive, after years of dedication and continuous learning I earned his way up the PADI ladder from Divemaster to Instructor to IDC Staff to Master Instructor and finally PADI Course director.

I now work full time on the IDC Lembongan Programs at Blue Corner Dive and hold the highest rating within the PADI system of Platinum Course Director.

What is the best story you've heard from a return student?

I love having our students return to do more courses with us or more fun diving. We have a great team of instructors and divers that attract people to coming back and visiting us. I think what impresses and surprises our guests is that there is always one or two or ALL of the staff who remember you and remember your name.

If you could go on any program that your company offers, which one would you choose and why?

The answer is obvious... I would do my instructor course again with Blue Corner Dive. During the course you learn so much and the friendships that are established during the course are life long. I am still friends with the people that I did my IDC with. The journey during the IDC is intense and the friendships gained are an undeniably strong bond.

What makes your company unique? When were you especially proud of your team?

Blue Corner works hard to support and develop the local community has has gained a positive relationship with the people of Nusa Lembongan. I am proud to work for a company that values the local people. As a company Blue Corner Dive respects the local community, local religion and promotes environmental programs to protect our reef and our fish.

What do you believe to be the biggest factor in being a successful company?

Blue Corner Dive has always been a family. No matter how busy or slow we are we have remained a family first company where Blue Corner Dive values its employees and their families above all else. Blue Corner Dive values our service and promotes employees in house and has many opportunities for personal and professional growth.

Location

Location:
Bali
Currency:
Indonesian Rupiah
Weather:
Jan-Mar
88 F / 73 F
Apr-Jun
88 F / 72 F
Jul-Sep
86 F / 72 F
Oct-Dec
88 F / 73 F
Airports:
Ngurah Rai International
( DPS )

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About Blue Corner Dive | Freediving | Conservation

Blue Corner Dive is a PADI 5 star Career Development Centre and PADI Freediver Centre and eco resort with locations on Nusa Lembongon. Blue Corner Dive is the only dive centre on Lembongan Cofounded by a Marine Biologist (specialized in coral reef restoration) and a PADI Platinum Course Director. We offer a full range of PADI courses and...
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