Research experience at sea

Research experience at sea

Every year thousands of university students from coastal areas do short periods of research work at sea (9) ________ the time they finish classes and begin holidays. Typically these involve assisting aboard research vessels, or inside local marine laboratories. The experience these students gain there will be of great benefit in their lives. (10) ________ a personal point of view, it gives them a sense of independence and confidence. It may also help them with their future career. There are many organisations that run marine research programmes. (11) ________ such company is Ocean Research, (12) ________ spokesperson Maya Carter comments: '(13) ________ than offering simple sightseeing cruises, our voyages teach students to (14) ________ responsibility for themselves. These students should push themselves beyond their normal comfort zones and do (15) ________ productive. Completing a voyage will add value to a degree, helping young people to (16) ________ out from others across the graduate job market. Some employers look favourably on students who have the initiative and drive to complete one.'