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University and School programmes
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  • Courses > Universities and Schools
  • School, university and specialised programmes run by Souffleurs d'Ecume

    Name / Topic Year / Level Duration of lecture Optional field trip*
    Mediterranean cetacean identification and scientific observations (basic concepts in weather, orientation, GPS use, etc.) Years 3 - 11 1hr One or more days out at sea to observe the marine ecosystem and cetaceans (sightings not guaranteed)
    Paleontology, biological, physiological (adaptation) and ecological (populations, reproduction, place in the food web, etc.) characteristics of Mediterranean cetaceans. Years 4 - 11 90 mins Visit to the Paul Ricard Oceanographic Institute aquarium (to illustrate the "food chain" component, and morphological differences between fish and cetaceans)
    Threats to Mediterranean cetaceans and conservation measures (Pelagos Sanctuary) Years 4 - 11 90 mins No


    All about cetaceans: classification, ecology, biology, recognition, threats and protection.
    Years 5 - 11 3hrs Two additional options:
    • One or more days out at sea to observe the marine ecosystem and cetaceans (sightings not guaranteed)
    • Visit to the Paul Ricard Oceanographic Institute aquarium (to illustrate the "food chain" component, and morphological differences between fish and cetaceans)
    Global warming and other issues regarding ecosystems and today's society Years 11-13 and University (all majors) 90 mins No
    Introduction to Mediterranean cetology (paleontology and adaptation, systematics, identification, ecology and populations, study / research and census / counting methodologies, conservation and regulatory aspects) Years 11-13, BTS (Advanced Vocational Diplomas) and degrees majoring in ecology 1 - 4hrs depending on desired level One or more days aboard a boat for an introduction to the line transect technique
    Role and functioning of an environmental conservation association, law of 1901 Years 11-13, BTS (Advanced Vocational Diplomas) and degrees majoring in environment 2hrs No
    Maritime traffic and large cetaceans Specialised programme (professionals or students): environmental management; navigation personnel 2hrs No
    Observation of cetaceans as a tourist activity (whale watching) Specialised programme (professionals or students): environmental management; tourism 2hrs One or more days out at sea to observe the marine ecosystem and cetaceans (sightings not guaranteed)
    Pollutions and cetaceans: How to limit our impact ? Years 3-5 1hr No

    *Souffleurs d'Ecume does not organise whale watching trips, but offers a referral service with independent operators committed to an ecologically responsible approach (respecting a code of good conduct when approaching cetaceans).

    Pedagogical tools used

    • Interactive Powerpoint presentations
    • Interactive DVD
    • Documentaries
    • Numerous other support materials (paper documents, posters, triptychs, etc.)
    • Anatomical model of a Bottle-nose dolphin for the physiology component (made by Naturalia Moulage)
    • And better than a blackboard: the deep blue of the open sea during field trips!
    Training course Anatomical model of a Bottle-nose dolphin whale

    Fees :

    Costs Details
    Classroom lecture Normal rate: €60/hr
    + travel expenses: €0.70/km from Brignoles
    30 students maximum
    Field trip option Organisation and supervision: €200/day
    + cost of the trip (extremely variable depending on the option and number of students, please contact us)
    The number of students can be limited (5 to 30). Please contact us
    Other arrangements may be made on request (other topics as well as adaptation to official programmes). Please contact us

    Some references :

    Primary and Junior high Senior high and University Professionals
    Rousset Intercommunal College (13) Aix Valabre Lycée d'Enseignement Général et Technologique (Gardanne, 13) École Nationale Supérieure Maritime de Marseille (French National Merchant Marine School of Marseille; 13)
    Quatre Vents Primary School (Seillons/Argens, 83) Université du Sud (Toulon, 83) Offshore State employees (Toulon Maritime Prefecture, 83)
    Numerous schools in Marseille (13), Ajaccio (2A) and Bastia (2B) as part of "Mer en Fête". Ecole Pratique des Hautes Etudes (School of Advanced Studies, University of Montpellier II)
    St Marthe Junior High School, Draguignan (83) Poisy Agricultural High School (74)

    Trainee programme

    Attention students in search of a traineeship :

    Due to the increasing number of applications, we ask you to please keep in mind the following :

    • In general, only applications from candidates referring to the programmes arranged by the association (see the table below) will be considered.
    • Outside these programmes, only those applications which propose a clearly defined issue and conceptually advanced project will be considered.
    • All applications must be submitted by email, and accompanied by a CV and motivational letter (please remember to include the title of the programme where relevant, as set out in the table below).
    Date / duration Title Level of course Details
    2008 or 2009, 5 months minimum Human activities and Mediterranean cetaceans Masters

    Some references :

    Course University
    Masters in Zoo Conservation Biology University of Plymouth, England
    Masters 2 "Advanced Skills in Computer Science" Faculty of Science and Technology, University of Corte, Corsica
    Masters in Biology of Populations and Ecosystems Faculty of Science, Nice Sophia-Antipolis (ID-Bio Project)
    Bachelor of Science (Organism Biology) Faculty of Science, Paul Cezanne University, Marseille
    Bachelor of Applied Science (Ecotourism) IMIS-ESTHUA (School of Tourism and Hospitality Management), University of Angers
    Advanced Vocational Diploma in Management and Protection of Wilderness areas LEGTA Aix Valabre Agricultural High School, Gardanne
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