Courses & Resources
This page brings together a range of courses, resources and supporting materials to help build research knowledge and skills.
Interested in becoming a
Community Advocate?
No application deadline
Our community advocates programme helps people identify research ideas, supports them with research design, data collection, and understanding of findings.
It could be supporting an existing project, or an entirely new idea brought forward by you or from the community.
You could help us to populate our Research Hub webpage; identifying, collating and sharing research on or about the Isles of Scilly. If this opportunity sounds interesting, get in touch for a chat
BTO Wetland Bird Survey Training
Find out more about the Wetland Bird Survey (WeBS). These sessions are aimed at amateur birdwatchers who want to increase their skills and learn more about the survey.
Sign up on the BTO website www.bto.org/training
WiSe Operator & Adventure Course
Monday 12th October 7pm - 9.30pm and Wednesday 14th October 7pm - 9.30pm
Refresher Course - Wednesday 21st October 6.30pm - 9.30pm
The WiSe Operators and Adventure Course is delivered in an online format and lasts around 5 hours, over two evening sessions.
The course will be delivered by industry experts and cover Cetaceans, Seals, Seabirds, Shoreline and Blue Health.
Refresher training is required for all after 3 years to maintain WiSe certification.
More information and booking via the WiSe Scheme website
Natural History Courses
Virtual and In-Person Courses
Course fees apply
The Field Studies Council is an environmental education charity. They run a series of courses covering all aspects of the natural world for beginners, enthusiasts, volunteer recorders and professionals, including animals, plants, habitats and conservation.
South West Marine Ecosystems Webinars
Online webinars
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The South West Marine Ecosystems programme brings the marine community together to consider changes in our local seas.
They host a series of themed webinars including seabirds, Marine Protected Areas (MPAs), Fish, Seals and Plastic Pollution, which can be viewed via their YouTube Channel.
Resources for Young Researchers
Engage young minds with this interactive space for children...
Minecraft Education
CoastCraft
Online
Free Download
CoastCraft places the player in the role of managing the coast and making decisions for the needs of the community and the environment.
Learn about the features of coastal landscapes along with coastal processes through this fun and interactive Minecraft game.
Designed for 9 - 14 years
