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Sharing our knowledge since 1884.
Our goal is to engage, inspire and increase skills and knowledge in our Ocean – whether that’s for ocean enthusiasts, young researchers at the start of their career or for visiting or employed marine scientists.
Join us as we share our journey of understanding and connect with our community of marine biologists as we strive to give marine biology a world-leading voice.
Our location at Citadel Hill provides endless possibilities to train and research in a unique, coastal environment. Events can be arranged both in person at a chosen venue or virtually.
Our courses are led by internationally-renowned specialists using both cutting-edge science and our world class facilities.
We offer bespoke courses, events and tours for groups, universities and other organisations.
Get in touch to see how we can support your learning journey.
Professional Courses
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Professional Courses
University Field Course
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University Field Course
AGM and Annual Science Talk
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AGM and Annual Science Talk
Postgraduate Conferences
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Postgraduate Conferences
Bioblitz
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Bioblitz
Young Marine Biologist events
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Young Marine Biologist Summit
Short Courses
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Short Courses
FSC Marine Science Camps
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FSC Marine Science Camps
Lize Gibson-Hall BSc, MSc
Training and Events Coordinator
Lize Gibson-Hall BSc, MSc
Training and Events Coordinator
lizhal@mba.ac.uk
I am delighted to be moving within the Membership team to a new position as Training and Events Coordinator. I completed my undergraduate and masters in marine biology and conservation at Plymouth University and have continued to love the city. I started at the MBA a few years ago helping in the seawater hall and have an especial love for cuttlefish. I also worked with the MarLIN team during my placement year where I discovered a passion for writing and science communication which I hope to take forward in my career. My hobbies include photography, scuba diving, and going to metal gigs.
Cathy Harshaw, BSc (Hons), APIOL, Mem.MBA
Training and Events Manager
Cathy Harshaw, BSc (Hons), APIOL, Mem.MBA
Training and Events Manager
cathar@mba.ac.uk
I am responsible for trainings, courses and events both for our members and non-members. I am passionate about bringing people together and creating environments where research, learning and ideas can be shared and collaboration fostered. As a professional coach, experienced educator and Accredited Practitioner of the Institute for Outdoor Learning (APIOL) the design and delivery of high-quality training programmes for a diverse range of audiences is a skill I am excited to bring to the MBA. My passion for the seas started early, growing up on a beach in North-West Ireland, I spent my childhood rummaging in rock pools. This love of the ocean brought me to Plymouth in 2002 to study at the University of Plymouth. I graduated in 2005 with a BSc (Hons) in Marine Biology and Oceanography.
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