Course overview

Go deep on the theory behind every dive with SSI Science of Diving, the perfect rainy-afternoon study while based in South Ari Atoll. It explains the physics, physiology and decompression principles behind the channel and deep dives you do on the atoll.

What you’ll learn

Prerequisites

What's included · What's not

Included
  • SSI Science of Diving digital materials (free)
  • Five knowledge areas: physics, physiology, decompression, equipment, environment
  • Self-paced study with instructor support
  • Final knowledge assessment
  • SSI Science of Diving digital certification
Not included
  • Flights and airport transfers
  • Accommodation
  • Travel insurance
  • Personal expenses
  • Gratuities

The SSI Science of Diving pathway

SSI Science of Diving is a theory specialty (no dives required) with free digital materials, counts toward Specialty Diver recognition, and is a prerequisite step toward professional ratings.

Where you'll dive in South Ari Atoll

Science of Diving is a knowledge-only program studied at your South Ari island or boat base, so no dive site is required. The theory directly underpins the atoll's deeper wall and channel diving, where understanding gas and decompression matters.

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