STUDY ABROAD AT SEA

A programme developed based on new trends in the world of communications. It is no longer enough to publish content on social media, now, the world demands stories that are told on various communication platforms, known as transmedia content.

In this course, students will receive masterclasses on the development of transmedia content, which they will have to apply to two real projects in which they will work throughout the experience, both projects being able to be incorporated into the student’s portfolio.

In addition, taking advantage of the unique enclave in which they find themselves a series of complementary training activities has been designed, whose main objective is to bring students closer to the environmental problems that the Mediterranean Sea is facing and including training in matters related to sailing and the sea.

DURATION AND DATES:

  • From 29 May to 7 June: 10 days.

Study Abroad at Sea 2021.

What is learned over the course:

The program is structured in two main blocks, academic activities and complementary training activities.

Who is it aimed at:

To students who wish to expand their knowledge in the world of digital content development and do it in a practical way, applying everything they have learned in two real projects.

Academic activities

Focus on crafting transmedia content. Students will attend various training sessions, the result of which will lead to the completion of two projects.

The masterclasses will be on:

  • Project introduction (podcast branded content & vertical spot Tik tok), team selection and brainstorming
  • Script / writing workshop: Podcasts and language. 1. Podcast writing. 2. Advertising copy
  • Ideation of the audiovisual material necessary for the project. Distribution of functions of members of each group
  • Mobile recording workshop for social media / audiovisual material compilation
  • Recording vertical videos and audio
  • Editing and post-production workshop with mobile and non-linear editing software
  • Capturing content for projects (taking advantage of visits)
  • Dissemination strategy workshop in content networks
  • Mentoring and feedback on projects
  • Final project presentations

Complementary training activities

They mainly focus on studying and learning about environmental issues, the current situation and the future of the Mediterranean Sea:

  • Visits will be made to the Cabrera Natural Park.
  • Observation and study of wastewater in Ibiza.
  • Activities to learn about the native species of the area with a visit to the Ibiza aquarium.
  • Study of everything observed in the La Goleta Marine Biology Environmental Scientific Laboratory.

Activities with the crew

In turn, activities will be carried out with the crew, focused on maritime aspects, including the following workshops:

  • Orientation and safety on the boat
  • Workshop with the captain and crew
  • Projection of marine documentaries in the sails of the ship (at night)
  • Workshop on navigation and operation of the command bridge
  • Astronomical navigation workshop (at night)
  • Underwater film creation and montage workshop
  • Astronomy and myths (at night)
  • Marine legends and ghost ships (at night)

Timetable:

9:00-10:00

Stretching and exercise on deck.

10:00 -12:00

Writing podcasts and social media language. Success cases.

12:00-14: 00

Project script work: Writing podcast text.

14:00 – 16:00

Lunch and break

16:00 -17:30

Communication studies masterclass.

18:00 – 20:00

Workshop on navigation and operation of the command bridge

21:00 – 22:00

Dinner.

22:00 – 00:00

Astronomical navigation workshop.

OUTINGS AND FACILITIES

Visits related to academic and complementary academic aspects will be organised.

  • Visit to Galaxia Studios (Valencia)
  • Cabrera Park
  • San Antonio Bay, Ibiza
  • Visit to the Albufera (Valencia)
  • Valencia tour

Captain’s Suggestions

  • Additionally, we recommend for those who are interested, lunch or dinner at the Oceanográfic de Valencia restaurant. Remember to book in advance.
  • On Saturdays there is Opera in the Ciudad de las Ciencias with last minute discounts at 18:30 at the box office.
  • Bicycle or scooter rental.
  • The sailing times, timetables and places of anchorage are provisional and are subject to possible changes according to the sailing conditions and subject to the captain’s discretion, who, based on this, could delay the departure or bring forward the return.
  • Sailing experience is not required.
  • Suitable for children (recommended minimum age 8 years old).
  • Appropriate footwear must be worn on the deck of the boat (deck shoes or sneakers with a light-coloured sole. No heels).
  • Music can be played in the aft bar, as well as on the upper deck, as long as there are no drills happening at the time and respecting the rest of the crew and neighbouring ships in the coves.
  • Meals are self-service normally in two shifts.
  • Safety regulations must be observed at all times.

Description of the different drills to be carried out

Bow drill: Bow drill, anchor winch, stowage, use of ropes and knots, hoisting and lowering of the jibs. Maintenance of devices and conservation of wood.

Bridge drill: Bridge Management System, voyage planning along with interpretation of the weather forecast, navigation devices and aids, VHF radio communications (World Relief System. DISSTTRES), chart positioning, filling in the navigation log, interpretation of the ARPA radar, and will also act as helmsman under the command of the Captain and his officers.

Stern drill: Lifting and lowering of sails, classic sailing, interpretation of the part for classic sailing, safe manoeuvring, correct rigging and correct use of lines for the postural safety of the students and maintenance of the rigging.

Engine drill: Knowledge of the different components of the engine, annotations in the engine log of the correct operating parameters, maintenance and vision of the operation of equipment in general (batteries, valves, filters)

At anchor Helping with cleaning, correct use of products according to the type of wood and food preparation, presentation and arrangement of tables.

Materials

  • Comfortable clothes.
  • Warm clothing.
  • White sole deck shoes
  • Cap
  • Cotton t-shirts
  • Sweatshirt
  • Nautical or waterproof jacket
  • Aqua shoes.
  • Shorts
  • Swimwear
  • Sunglasses
  • Suncream
  • Pareo
  • Sleeping bag to watch sunrises and watch projections on the sails
  • Exercise mat
  • Thick socks for deck nights
  • Navy blue beach towel
  • Bring flexible and / or folding travel bags (avoid rigid suitcases).

More information:

General Information:
info@goletacervantes.es

Coordinator:
fmartinez@ucjc.edu

Technical issues:
capitan@goletacervantes.es

DURATION AND DATES:

  • From 29 May to 7 June: 10 days.