FRS Algoa One of the initiatives offered by ACEP is the learners on board initiative, where learners are given the opportunity to experience life at sea and work alongside scientists and ships crew. This experience offers a unique opportunity in South Africa for learners to enrich their knowledge, take part in active learning and gain life experiences beyond the reach of many. Who can enter Grade 11 learners, who do science, maths and/or biology.

The theme for Biosciences Month 2006 is: EXPLORING THE DEEP BLUE. This means that the focus is on marine science.

Win a trip on research vessel

One of the mosy exciting activities during Biosciences Month in August 2006, is an essay competition which is being organised by the African Coelacanth Ecosystem Pro-
gramme (ACEP). ACEP was initiated after the discovery of coelacanths off the coast of KwaZulu-Natal by divers, in 2000. The winners of the competition get to sail the high seas.

You are invited to submit an essay on the following: ”The value of the deep ocean to me and my community”.

Learners on board

The ACEP essay competition is aimed at Grade 11 learners (who do science, maths and/or biology). The winners of the competition will spend a few days at sea aboard the research vessel, the FRS Algoa between the 14 August and the 26 August. (These dates are as per the sailing orders, but may change due to weather and sampling plans.)

CLOSING DATE FOR ENTRIES: Friday 4th August 2006 at 4.00 pm. No late entries will be accepted.

In order to participate in this exciting competition, please download the Learners on Board Information and Entry Form in Acrobat PDF (see below). Please note that there is a registration form as well as a consent form that has to be signed by be signed by the parent/legal guardian of the entrant. Download the Registration and Consent Form [PDF] now .