Sea Your Future Scholarship
The Sea Your Future Scholarship is an exciting scholarship from Marine Bioproducts CRC designed to support high school students (Years 10 to 12) who are completing school-based apprenticeships and traineeships in Australia’s marine industries.
This scholarship supports students undertaking school-based apprenticeships and traineeships in aquaculture, seafood post-harvest operations, fisheries compliance, or related fields. It provides an opportunity to step beyond the classroom and into the workplace by connecting high school students with marine professionals and businesses, building hands-on skills, and exploring future study and career pathways.
Expression of Interests for the Sea Your Future Scholarship are accepted year-round with a minimum of 6-week lead time before school-based apprenticeships and traineeships. Scholarships awarded are subject to funding availability and suitability.
Meet Jackson Lee
Completing Certificate II in Aquaculture with Jervis Bay Mussels in New South Wales.
frequently asked questions
What is the Purpose of the Applied Skills Training Fund?
Through this initiative, applicants will:
- Build practical, industry-relevant skills
- Strengthen capability across research and industry partners
- Support translation of research into commercial applications
- Contribute to workforce development within Australia’s marine bioproducts sector
Who Can Apply for the Applied Skills Training Fund?
Funding supports participation in vocational and technical training, including:
- Certified short courses and training programs
- Technical workshops and professional development courses
- Industry-recognised certifications and licences (e.g. aquaculture certification, laboratory QA, coxswain, forklift)
- Training in areas such as marine biotechnology, aquaculture, bioprocessing, regulatory compliance, and product development
Eligible costs may include:
- Course and enrolment fees
- Workshop registration fees
- Travel and accommodation associated with training
- Training materials, software, or required equipment
What is the funding availability?
Applications are open to high-quality domestic and international candidates who meet the admission requirements of the enrolling University and whose research aligns with Marine Bioproducts CRC priorities.
How are EOIs assessed?
Marine Bioproducts CRC offers a range of scholarship options, including full and co-funded Scholarships, PhD top-up Scholarships, and research operating funds. Funding levels vary depending on the qualification, project and funding model.
How do I apply?
Scholarships support research aligned with the Marine Bioproducts CRC’s strategic priorities across sustainable marine resources, innovative bioprocessing technologies and new Australian marine bioproducts, with every project linked to an industry partner.