Overview
These scholarships provided by The Merchant Navy War Memorial Fund Ltd, commemorate the service, courage, and quiet heroism, of the 862 Australian Merchant Mariners that sacrificed their lives for their country, in WWI (184) and WWII (678). It is said, during the second world war, the rate of merchant sailors who died was higher than Australia’s fighting services. Their contribution to the war effort was vital. They crewed hospital ships, and transported food, water, fuel, ammunition, and so many other vital supplies. The constant and unrelenting attacks on those merchant ships amounted to attacks on our front-line soldiers.
The vision statement of the Merchant Navy War Memorial Fund reads:
To ensure that the Australian Merchant Navy “A title emblazoned in battle and honoured in freedom” is recognised as an important part of Australian Maritime History and Social Culture.
These scholarships serve as a reminder to younger generations of those seeking a career within the Australian maritime sector, of the proud and honoured history of Australia’s Merchant Navy, in WWI and WWII and also the continuing important role of merchant seafarers, since the end of WWII.
Eligibility
- Available to students who can demonstrate financial need and are undertaking marine-related courses at the Australian Maritime College at undergraduate level.
- Three scholarships will be allocated for Semester 2 2024.
- Applicants should be an Australian citizen or holder of a Humanitarian Visa and enrolled in one of the following courses:
- Marine-related Vocational Education and Training
- IR Training
- Master <24 metres
- Master <45 metres
- Bachelor of Applied Science (Marine Engineering); or
- Bachelor of Applied Science (Nautical Science)
Amount
$3,500
Duration
One semester
Starting Date
08 May 2024
Closing Date
30 June 2024
Apply
Apply online prior to closing date. Applications cannot be submitted after closing date.
As applicants will be assessed on the quality of application, all questions should be answered in full. Please ensure care is taken with spelling and grammar.
Application status
Open
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