The Australian Maritime College
University of Tasmania
2026 update
Edan Gatley is the recipient of the 2026 High Achiever Scholarship. He is enrolled in the Bachelor of Maritime Engineering (Specialisation, Honours). Congratulations and many rewarding times ahead, for both study and recreation.
Our 2024 – 2025 recipient Mia Findlay has also graduated from her course.
Mia Findlay, the scholarship recipient for 2024 – 2025, on her graduation. Mia was awarded the Captain Thomas Swanson Medal at her graduation in December. This medal is awarded to an outstanding graduate in a degree program in the Centre for Maritime and Logistics Management.
2024 update
The new scholarship recipient for 2024 – 2025 is Mia Findlay. She has accepted the Geoffrey Evans Trust High Achiever Scholarship in Maritime Studies.
Mia is from Launceston and is studying a Bachelor of Global Logistics and Maritime Management in Launceston.
The University of Tasmania highly value the need for scholarships and bursaries in order to enable talented and hard-working students to reach their potential. They are inspired by the stories of the life-changing impact that scholarships can have on a student’s educational journey.
2023 Update
Jake Rehrmann has accepted The Geoffrey Evans Trust High Achiever Scholarship in Maritime Studies for 2023-2025. Jake graduated in December 2025 - Bachelor of Maritime Engineering (Naval Architecture) with First Class Honours.
Prior to commencing his course, Jake served in the Australian Army for a period of four years acquiring many personal skills that have lasting value. Upon discharging from the Defence Force, Jake wished to begin a career that challenged and interested him. Having hobbies of fishing and scuba diving he decided on entering the maritime industry.
“The need for scholarships to improve educational attainment in Tasmania remains high. We know scholarships increase student participation and have an immediate and beneficial impact on the lives of the recipients, their families, and the broader community. Your support reminds us we must never lose sight of the power of a gift to transform the lives of others and our heartfelt thanks to you for putting the needs of others first and choosing to make a difference.’
Rebecca Cuthill, Director, Advancement
The Trustees’ visit to Launceston 2019
Serving Australia’s island state of Tasmania, The University of Tasmania is the fourth oldest university in Australia, established in 1890. Ranked in the top 2 per cent of universities globally and among the top 10 Australian research universities, the University of Tasmania has a long-standing reputation for excellence in learning, teaching and research. The Australian Maritime College (AMC) is Australia’s national institute for maritime and maritime-related education, training and research.
In 2019, the Geoffrey Evans Trust’s generous philanthropic support has provided for The Geoffrey Evans High Achiever Scholarship in Maritime Studies and this has been awarded to Mr Alexander Seen, enrolled at the AMC in his second year of an undergraduate degree in maritime engineering. The scholarship recognises academic merit and the potential to succeed. It will provide funds to the recipient for each year for the duration of his degree.
The University of Tasmania is incredibly grateful for this support and recognition by the Trust of the importance of supporting young people, raising awareness and encouraging an interest in the maritime environment.
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