Student Projects Home » Conservation » Student Projects Every year The Deep welcomes a small number of students behind the scenes, allowing them to undertake a research project for their final year thesis. Topics include marine habitats, animal husbandry and nutrition, coral propagation, animal behaviour and breeding. Research opportunities from degree level and MSc allow the students to gain valuable, practical research experience which provides a good foundation for future study or employment in marine conservation. They assist The Deep in their commitment to advance aquarium animal industry, veterinary science, welfare and scientific discovery. Many of our students come from Hull University, but any student is welcome to apply for a degree level research project. Please see the ‘Guidelines for Students and Supervisors’ for further information. You may see some of the students around the aquarium with a dashing blue clipboard, tablet or armed with a Go-Pro camera carrying out their studies. If you spot them, feel free to ask them about their project, they’ll be happy to tell you what they are doing! MEET OUR STUDENTS... Sophie Al Mudallal As part of her final year studying for a BSc (hons) in Marine Biology at Hull University, Sophie is undertaking her research thesis on jellyfish. She will be focused on determining whether water temperature acts as the environmental cue for strobilation (the stimulation of production and metamorphosis of ephyrae (juvenile jellyfish). Shannon Allsop Studying for a BSc (hons) in Marine Biology at Hull University, Shannon will be recording and examining video footage from within the penguins habitat, as well as recording synchronised sound levels to monitor and discover if ambient sounds influence individual penguin behaviours as well that of the entire colony. Klay Blake To complete his BSc (hons) in Marine Biology, Klay is undertaking regular observation and recordings of the Intra and Interspecific interactions of the fish species living within the Lagoon of Light display around static algae feed stations. These observations are primarily undertaken before the aquarium opens. Choon Fuller As part of her final year studying for a BSc (hons) in Zoology at Hull University, Choon spent her time researching the Blue Spotted Ribbontail Rays and the Blue Spot Rays within our Lagoon of Light exhibit. By using a Go Pro camera, she was able to accurately capture species activity during feeds for closer analysis. « Back to previous page Conservation Breeding & Culturing Student Projects Animal Care Charitable Aims Our eco credentials Downloadable resources Support Us Our Partners Key Information Buy tickets Support Us Car parking is available at a cost of £3 for six hours. It can become full during school holidays – alternative car parks can be found here. For COVID-19 Frequently Asked Questions - Please click here Contact us 01482 381000 Any questions? * Students must provide a valid NUS card or proof of age is required for school/sixth form students Please use Tower Street or HU9 1TU when using a Sat Nav – this will take you to nearest main road to The Deep. Sign up to our newsletter I would also like to receive information on: School Trips News Subscribe SAT NAV (HU9 1TU) this will take you to Tower Street, Hull, the nearest main road to The Deep. VAT GB766931489 OPENING TIMES 10am – 6pm Monday - Friday and 9am - 6pm weekends & school holidays (last entry 5pm). The Deep is closed 24th & 25th December Tel: 01482 381000 Follow us Twitter Facebook Youtube Linkedin Instagram TikTok Accessibility Terms & Conditions Privacy Policy Sitemap Working For Us Code of Conduct Web Design By