Education

Education activities and programs are to be conducted within accordance with permission from relevant governing agencies, JCU’s Code of Conduct and OIRS Environmental Management Plan. All permits must be provided to OIRS before commencement of research.

Permits that may be required for a user to conduct their education activities are:

• GBRMPA Education or Research Permit
• Limited Impact Permit
• DNPRSR
• DAFF
• QPWS
• Ethics

It is the responsibility of the user to ensure they apply and obtain the correct permits for their education program however OIRS will offer advice and assistance if requested by the user.

Risk assessments must be submitted to OIRS prior to commencement of visit.

Teaching facilities

Our modern teaching and conference facilities are right on the beach at Pioneer Bay, they offer access to a wide range of reef habitats and zones such as mangrove nurseries, sheltered reefs and giant clam gardens. The modern amenities, along with rich biodiversity and geographical remoteness, create a unique and inspirational learning environment.

Our teaching facilities include:

• A lecture theatre with multimedia capabilities
• Fast wireless internet access throughout OIRS
• Laboratory facilities including microscopes, centrifuge and other basic testing equipment
• A reference library
• 15,000-litre coral reef display tank

Groups may provide their own teaching and field staff and design their own educational courses.

Accommodation

We have the capacity to accommodate up to 57 guests at one time in our two accommodation blocks: Havana and Pelorus. Visit our Facilities page for more information.

There are a range of subjects and courses that are hosted at OIRS: JCU Subjects and Courses

For more information visit Resources