The University of Tasmania (UTAS) has opened applications for the IMAS Environmental Excellence AMSA Scholarship for 2027 — a A$10,000 award for students starting the Master of Marine and Antarctic Science at the Institute for Marine and Antarctic Studies (IMAS). The scholarship is backed by the Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA), Australia’s national agency for maritime safety, marine environmental protection and maritime search and rescue. Applications close 8 January 2027.
Scholarship at a Glance
| Scholarship | IMAS Environmental Excellence AMSA Scholarship |
| Host University | University of Tasmania (UTAS), Hobart, Australia |
| Awarding Body | Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) |
| Value | A$10,000 for one year |
| Number of Awards | One (1) scholarship available |
| Applications Open | 28 August 2026 |
| Application Deadline | 8 January 2027 |
| Application Status | Open (as of 23 October 2026) |
Who Can Apply
- You must be commencing the first or second year of the Master of Marine and Antarctic Science at IMAS in Semester 1, 2027.
- Selection is based on academic merit and your aspiration to work in the industry, with career goals aligned to AMSA’s vision and mission — “Safe and clean seas, saving lives.”
- Recipients must maintain a minimum Pass result in all units studied each semester.
- Check the official UTAS scholarship page for the full eligibility criteria before applying.
Why This Matters for Fisheries & Aquaculture Students
The Master of Marine and Antarctic Science at IMAS offers specialist streams including Fisheries Management, Marine Biology and Sustainable Aquaculture — directly relevant to fisheries science and aquaculture careers. Tasmania hosts Australia’s largest fisheries, aquaculture and seafood industries, and the program includes study-trip units to the Southern Ocean and industry sites, plus a research or professional project in the second year. Graduates work on world issues such as seafood production and security, climate change and marine stewardship.
AMSA-backed study also opens doors to the maritime regulation and marine environmental protection sector — and the successful applicant may receive mentoring from an AMSA employee.
How to Apply
- Confirm your admission to the Master of Marine and Antarctic Science at IMAS for Semester 1, 2027.
- Apply online through the University of Tasmania scholarships portal before 8 January 2027 — applications cannot be submitted after the closing date.
- Answer every application question in full — applications are assessed on quality, so take care with spelling and grammar.
Official scholarship page: UTAS — IMAS Environmental Excellence AMSA Scholarship
Scholarships enquiries: +61 3 6226 6200 (Monday–Friday, 9.00am–4.00pm)
All dates, figures and eligibility details above are taken from the official University of Tasmania scholarship page, verified 23 October 2026. Always confirm details on the official page before applying.