Learn about the Great Barrier Reef from home

If you’re passionate about discovery and interested in the GBR, this free online course is for you

Master Reef guide Lynne Boyce. Picture: GBRMPA and Lynne Boyce

THOSE passionate about discovery and interested in learning about the Great Barrier Reef can enrol for free in the online Master Reef Program.

GBR Marine Park Authority Reef Stewardship assistant director Fiona Merida said the Reef Discovery Course would enable people learn about the GBR in an interesting and memorable way.

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“The self-paced course aims to improve knowledge and understanding of the Great Barrier Reef World Heritage Area, its rich cultural connections, amazing biological diversity and how it is managed and protected.

“Whether you are a “surface skimmer” – focused on the need-to-know basics, or a “deep diver” … you can undertake as many modules and tests as you desire.

Learn all about the Great Barrier Reef at your own pace with the Reef Discovery Course. Picture: Tourism Port Douglas and Daintree

“Most importantly, once you have completed the course, go and see the reef for yourself – we know you will love it and want to help protect it.”

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To apply for the course, email [e-mail] to be sent an invitation with login details and a password.

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