The 4-week Scholarship Programme is available to any suitable Filipino national wishing to make an active contribution towards the protection and sustainable use of their natural resources. There are three application rounds throughout the year.
| Dates in which to apply | Months in which to participate on site |
|---|---|
| 1st - 31st January | May, June, July and August |
| 1st - 31st May | September, October, November and December |
| 1st - 30th September | January, February, March and April |
We have one scholarship placement per 4-week project period. Successful applicants will join the CCC team on our project base in Southern Leyte and will undergo an intensive training programme in SCUBA diving (to PADI Advanced Open Water level), species Identification and Marine Survey protocols. Successful applicants will live and learn alongside international volunteers, therefore if you are interested in applying you can read more about the experience
here, and if you would like to learn more about our work in country check out the
Philippines Science Page.
Applicants must meet the following criteria in order to apply for the programme:
- Must be a national of the host country (18+ years of age) with a proven interest in the discipline
- Must be resident in the host country
- Must have good oral/reading ability in English
- Must be medically fit to undertake project activities
- Must have a proven interest in conservation and the environment
- Must be able to swim 200 metres unassisted, and tread water
- Must be able to remain on the project site for the entire duration of the Programme
How to apply
Applicants must wish to make an active contribution to the protection and sustainable use of their natural resources, whilst exhibiting a clear passion for the marine realm. The scholarship programme should be utilised as a means of providing opportunities for career development, with the prospective scholar being able to demonstrate how the skills and tools developed throughout the programme will assist in their future career prospects.
Step one:
We are not able to accept speculative applications. Please identify the application round
which coincides with your availability. The application form
will be available to complete when the round opens. At this time you will be asked to send to the relevant Project Scientist:
• A cover letter and fully completed application form
(in English)
• Names, addresses and contact details of two referees
• A completed PADI Medical Form
• Photocopy of one proof of national citizenship (National ID, passport, driving license, medical card)
• Names, addresses and contact details of two referees
• A completed PADI Medical Form
• Photocopy of one proof of national citizenship (National ID, passport, driving license, medical card)
The Project Scientist will be in touch by email to inform you whether your application has been successful and discuss available start dates. If successful they will send you the remaining administration forms which you will need to proceed.
Later in the process (once you have been accepted and medically cleared) we will ask you to pay a deposit of £30 (in PHP) to hold your place. This will then be used towards your insurance payment (or, if you decide to purchase your own insurance, returned to you once you arrive on site).
Step two:
As soon as possible but no later than eight-weeks before the agreed start date of your expedition, email to the relevant Project Scientist:
• Completed CCC Medical Form
• Photocopy of any existing SCUBA diving qualification
The medical form is a 5 page document which you will need to complete with a Dr. This is then cleared in house or if deemed necessary sent to external medical advisers. It should be noted that further tests may be required and scholars must be medically cleared to join the scholarship programme.
Step three:
Once your medical forms have been approved you will need to sign the relevant waivers and agreements, pay the £30 deposit to hold your place, and send to the Project Scientist:
• a copy of your insurance certificate
OR
• a CCC insurance application form
Apply!
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