Scholarship

AIMA provides an annual scholarship for members to undertake maritime archaeological research projects across Australasia.

2026 AIMA Scholarship

The AIMA Scholarship program supports maritime archaeological research projects in Australasia.

The project must be consistent with AIMA objectives (listed in the application kit) and have a benefit/application to maritime archaeology. The award is open to all persons conducting maritime archaeological research within Australasia. See previously awarded recipients on the winners page. 

This year, up to $6,000 will be awarded.

AIMA may choose to partially fund more than one project from this allocation. Recipient(s) are required to publish a peer-reviewed paper in the AIMA Journal/Special Publication, or for smaller awards, an article in the AIMA Newsletter. This award also includes one year of AIMA membership.

The AIMA Scholarship Application Kit has moved online and can be accessed here.

Applications must be submitted by midnight Monday 31 August 2026 to be eligible.

For other queries, contact the AIMA Scholarship Committee Chairs at: scholarships@aima-underwater.org.au