Scientists from the Institute of Oceanology take active part in the education of students. They have read lectures on over 50 subjects in different universities (Navy School, Technical University, Medical University, etc.). The guidance of preparation of diploma works started in 1983 and up to now over 100 graduates had been assisted. Regular education of Ph.D. students started in 1989.

Graduates trained at IO - BAS:

Year	Number of graduates
1997	46
1998	35
1999	25
2000	13
2001	16
Total:	135

In 2007 there were 13 PhD students, one of them on full-time training, ten – extramurally and two – on self education.