The Australian Maritime Safety Authority is announcing applications for 10 new fellowships for qualified applicants from the South Pacific to join WMU’s 14-month MSc in Maritime Affairs programme.
Course Level:Â Fellowships are available to pursue MSc programme.
Eligible Countries:Â These fellowships are open for applicants from South Pacific Regions:
Cook Islands Federated States of Micronesia, Fiji, Kiribati, Marshall Islands, Nauru, Niue, Palau, Samoa, Solomon Islands, Tokelau, Tonga, Tuvalu and Vanuatu.
Eligibility Criteria:Â Applicants must meet the following criteria:
WMU admits students who are already established in careers in the maritime field. The Admissions Board will consider only those applicants who meet the following general entrance requirements:
- A Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline, or an equivalent university qualification
or
- The highest grade certificate of competency for unrestricted service as master mariner or chief engineer, or equivalent maritime qualifications
and
- Substantial, directly relevant professional experience
- Competence in English language, demonstrated by an internationally recognized standard test (See the full English language requirements on the next page)
- Computer competence (at least the ability to use Microsoft Office)
Solid computer skills are essential since students are required to use computers from the beginning of the first semester to write their examination answers, complete assignments, and carry out research and other projects. Applicants who lack computer and keyboard skills cannot be accepted. From the group of applicants who meet these general entrance requirements, the Admissions Board will select only the best-qualified candidates, taking into account all their qualifications and achievements.
Additional Eligibility Criteria: Accelerated Programme
In addition to meeting the requirements outlined above, applicants for advanced standing must demonstrate they have already covered the content of the first semester of the standard programme. The additional qualifications required are:
- A postgraduate qualification in an area directly relevant to the specialization the student intends to follow
- Senior level, directly relevant professional experience
- Proficiency in English without attending the English and Study Skills Programme, and with an appropriate score in the writing skills section of the test. The tests and marks required are specified under “English language requirementsâ€
- Excellent IT skills
Applicants to the accelerated programme must supply detailed transcripts from their undergraduate and postgraduate study. In lieu of transcripts detailed syllabi, the marks gained, and a full academic reference must be supplied.
Special Information for South African Applicants
Applicants from South Africa can seek funding for their studies from TETA, the Transport Education and Training Authority.
Method of Application:Â All candidates must apply electronically. Paper applications are not accepted.
Applications for admission to the MSc in Maritime Affairs should be submitted online via the self service portal:
Note 1: Please create only ONE account and submit only ONE application.
Note 2: All supporting documentation should be completed prior to filling out the online form
So files can be directly uploaded within the application.
Apply Online
In the event that you are unable to apply online, please use this pdf form and email the form, and all supporting documentation, to MSc-at-wmu.se
