Oceans of Learning
Immerse yourself in oceans of learning with downloadable resources, videos and interactive activities that explore Ireland’s marine resource and the work of scientists at the Marine Institute. To find out more, dive deep into the resources available below.
One Shared Ocean, One Shared Future
Collaboration and scientific research are now more important than ever as we work together to understand and protect our ocean.
Our Ocean: Our Health and Wellbeing
Spending time at the sea has many benefits to our health and wellbeing.
Art of the Ocean
For centuries, the ocean has inspired writers, artists, filmmakers and photographers.
Coastal Communities
In Ireland, 1.9 million people live within 5km of the coast and many communities along our coast depend on industries such as tourism, fishing and aquaculture.
Marine Biodiversity
Dive below the ocean surface and discover what lies beneath. From sandy shores to the deep sea, the ocean is home to a wide range of species.
Food from our Ocean
Explore the science behind our seafood with resources on our fish species, assessing fish stocks, phytoplankton and the work undertaken at the Marine Institute’s Newport Research Facility.
Oceans of Learning Webinar
To celebrate European Maritime Day, the Marine Institute broadcasted a special live webinar on Thursday 20th May 2021. Join the conversation with scientists, seafarers and sea enthusiasts.
Oceans of Learning Podcast
The Oceans of Learning podcast shares stories from the people and professionals who have a connection with the sea – through science, careers, industry, art and more.
Our Ocean: Our Life
Oceans of Learning explores all aspects of Ireland’s marine resource, including our rich marine biodiversity.
Our Ocean: Our Livelihoods
Our ocean is key to Ireland’s economy, and essential to sustaining livelihoods and Ireland’s coastal communities.
Our Ocean: Our Climate
Our ocean plays a crucial role in the climate system in a number of ways.
Our Ocean: Our Future
Ensuring a sustainable future for our ocean is one of the great missions of the next decade.
Our Ocean: Our Past
Discover more about ocean exploration and research vessels of the past.
Our Ocean: Our Present
Jump aboard our current marine research vessels and find out more about scientists surveying our seas today.
Our Ocean: Our Future
The RV Tom Crean will join Ireland’s marine research vessel fleet – marking a major milestone for marine research.