Visit an Ocean Science Site
8b.
Visit one of the following and write a 500-word report about your visit.
You must choose exactly one visit option for this requirement. Both options help you see oceanography as a real working field, but they highlight different parts of the job.
Your Options
- Req 8b1 — Tour a Research Ship: See how scientists collect samples and data at sea. This option is great if you want to understand field operations and shipboard tools.
- Req 8b2 — Visit a Marine Lab or Aquarium: Visit a place where marine life, instruments, experiments, or public education are part of the daily work. This option is great if you want a broader look at ocean science careers and research spaces.
How to Choose
Choosing Your Visit
Think about access, experience, and what you want to learn
- Harder to access: Research ships are exciting but less common to tour.
- Easier to find: Aquariums, marine labs, and institutes are often more available.
- What you will gain: A ship visit shows how science happens in the field, while a lab or aquarium visit shows how science is studied, explained, and shared on land.
- Best evidence for your report: Take notes on tools, people, questions, and one thing that surprised you.