Let’s get down to business. The blue economy is booming! All the industries that work in, on, and around the ocean and that use its resources are part of the blue economy. They all need to work in a sustainable way to ensure a healthy ocean and bottom line. Join MarineQuest for a week-long Blue Economy exploration of maritime industries that are infusing technology and data science into aquaculture, robotics, energy, bioprospecting, shipping and ocean monitoring to create a blue tech sector. Discover marine biotech’s connection to the pharmaceutical industry and the development of new biomedicines and biotesting materials. Learn about the economic benefits that can come from carbon storage, coastal protection, cultural values and biodiversity. Earn your M.B.A. (marine business adventure) while exploring coastal habitats, touring facilities, meeting with blue econ entrepreneurs and more.

Must have completed 8th grade and turn 14 by June 1st. Must not turn 18 before July 31st.

Field excursions include:

Go to the beach, fouling community, and marsh
Visit the Center for Marine Science, MARBIONC and aquaculture facilities
Visit the Port of Wilmington (Covid dependent)

Highlights include:

Interact with UNCW scientists involved in blue economy sectors
Experiment in university labs to investigate marine biotechnology
Learn how to use field equipment for sampling and analysis
Create blue energy
Enjoy boogie board oceanography and shallow water snorkeling

PROGRAM DATES, TUITION, AND REGISTRATION

Table Info
Day(s) of Week	Monday - Friday
Time	8:00 AM - 3:45 PM (Friday pick-up at 1:00 PM)
Staff / Student Ratio	1:10
Location	UNCW Campus
Summer 2021 Dates	Week 7: July 26 - 30, 2021
Commuter Tuition	$525
Registration	You must register by 5:00 PM the Wednesday before your program is to begin.
Gender	Co-ed

Contact MarineQuest

(910) 962-2640

marinequest@uncw.edu

Meet Your Instructors

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Most Frequently Asked Questions?

1. What does my child need to bring with them to your program? This information will be available to you when your registration is complete, and you are provided a link to your student's welcome packet. Two of the most important items your child will NEED to have is two face masks and water bottle with them every day.

2. My child will need to fly to Wilmington to attend the program. How do I make this happen? Due to COVID, MarineQuest is discouraging airline travel and will not be providing transportation to and from the airport. Our older students are transported in 12-passenger vans operated by MarineQuest staff. All staff have a valid license, clean driving record, UNCW van safety training, and 12-passenger van training.

For answers to more questions, visit our FAQ page.