Maria Island Marine Biology Experience Application Form

A Practical Introduction to Temperate Marine Biology

Experience 5 days on picturesque Maria Island on the Tasmanian East Coast, exploring issues threatening biodiversity as well as the productivity of the marine system. Climate change, invasive species, pollution, debris and their associated social and economic impacts will be covered.

The unit is open to 24 students and is designed to engage, challenge, and inspire you through a hands-on marine science program.

This experience runs from Monday, 21 April to Sunday, 27 April 2025.

Applications close at 11.59pm on Monday, 24 February 2025. Applications received after this date and time will not be accepted.

What's included

Imagine receiving a place in a unit valued at over $3,000 - and it's completely HECS-free. Your only contribution to the course is $525, thanks to the Institute of Marine and Antarctic Studies (IMAS), which is helping cover the cost of the field trip.

The $525 field trip contribution fee covers the following:

Hobart airport transfers*
Your accommodation in Hobart on the first and last night**
All meals
Transport from Hobart to Maria Island return, including ferry crossings
Accommodation on Maria Island
Hire of all required diving and survey gear
Field excursion fee for the course A Practical Introduction to Temperate Marine Biology

This unit, A Practical Introduction to Temperate Marine Biology, is an introduction to our Bachelor of Marine and Antarctic Science.

*For interstate students only. Please note airfares are excluded
**Accommodation on the first and last night is only included for students who live 30 minutes or more by car from Hobart

Apply here for 2025

First Name *

Last Name *

Email Address *

Street Address *

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Postcode *

Mobile Phone *

School Name *

Current year level *

Age *

Teacher's name *

Teacher's email *

Parent/Guardian Name *

Parent/Guardian Email *

Parent/Guardian Phone *

Are you an Australian Citizen? *

Why do you want to study the marine biology of Maria Island? *
(300 words max.)
Please address the following two questions in your response:
Why do you want to participate in this course?
What aspects of marine science and the ecology of Maria Island inspire you?
(each question is worth a maximum of 5 points out of a total possible score of 10 points)

Have you previously applied for this course? *

List of pre-tertiary level subjects enrolled in for 2025 (Upload File. Max 10MB) * Please provide a full list of subjects you are enrolled in for 2025.

List of pre-tertiary level subjects completed in 2024 (Upload File. Max 10MB) Please provide a full list of subject and grades for your studies completed in 2024.

Have you completed the IMAS unit: UCP015, A Primer of Marine and Antarctic Sciences? *

Please tell us about any relevant experiences or activities you have been involved in that demonstrate your passion for marine science:
(300 words max.)
Experience can include but is not limited to, volunteer work, extracurricular activities, water-related hobbies and experience (e.g. diving, snorkelling, boating, fishing).

What are your plans after year 12? We're interested in what you're considering. *
(50 words max.)

I agree to be contacted by the University of Tasmania

I agree to be contacted by the University of Tasmania

I identify as an Australian Aboriginal / Torres Strait Islander

I identify as an Australian Aboriginal / Torres Strait Islander

I have read and agree to the terms and conditions *

I have read and agree to the terms and conditions

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Quick facts

Applications close 11.59pm, Monday 24 February 2025
Unit runs from Monday 21 April to Sunday 27 April, 2025
Tasmanian students can earn a contribution to their TE/ATAR score
Receive credit towards a bachelor's degree at the University of Tasmania
Hands-on learning while camping and exploring Tasmania’s Maria Island
HECS-wavier is offered for this unit, meaning students will not attract any extra tuition fees
This unit is covered by the University Connections Program and is open to all year 11 and 12 students in Australia

Frequently asked questions

How do I know when you’ve received my application

We send email confirmations when we have received your application. If you haven’t received an email, check your email junk folder, or re-submit your application.

I’m in year 10, can I apply?

We only accept applications from year 11 and 12 students. Please apply next year.

Will anyone be supervising the students?

There will be University staff members (both female and male) supervising on-site at all times.

My application statement is longer than 300 words. Will this impact the success of my application?

Your application will be impacted if you exceed the word limit. Please try to be as factual and precise as possible.

Do I need to know how to snorkel?

Snorkelling is a key activity for sampling reef fish communities during the Maria Island experience. While prior snorkelling experience is not essential, you are ranked on your overall marine-related experiences.

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