Murdoch University, Project Hiu and Madison Stewart (aka ‘Shark Girl’ Madison) invites you to submit an expression of interest for participating in a mobility project in Semester 2, 2022 ‘The Eco-Economy Project - Protecting Livelihoods Above and Below the Surface’.

Supported by the New Colombo Plan Mobility Grant Program, Murdoch University and Project Hiu have teamed up to offer a unique 3 credit point general elective unit for Murdoch University Undergraduate Students with the project focus is dedicated to shark protection through creating alternative income streams and business opportunities for shark fishermen and the wider community on Maringkik Island, Lombok.

What can you expect?

Guided and supported by Murdoch discipline and project partner Project Hiu, students will work in teams to design and contribute solutions to an identified real need, opportunity or problem.

Timing:

• Semester 2 2022
• Six weeks online learning and pre-trip preparation (During semester)
• Two weeks in country experience (During September mid-semester break) staying on the mainland in Kuta Lombok with day trips to Maringkik Island which is located 1.2km (10 - 15-minute boat ride) from Lombok.

Engagement with:

• Project partner Project Hiu and the crew
• Industry and academic experts in the field
• Indonesia community members

Who is this for:

The project is funded by the Australian Federal Government. Therefore, only eligible students are able to express their interest and to apply. To participate, you need to:

• Be an Australian Citizen
• Are enrolled in a Murdoch University undergraduate degree
• Have completed at least 24 credit points
• Have a General Elective left in your degree, which counts towards the core requirements of your course. Please note that you are unable to take part in this project, if it is in addition to your core requirements.

Conditions may apply if you have received a New Colombo Plan Mobility Grant in the past. Please contact us if you have questions around your eligibility.

Students from any discipline area are welcome!

Cost:

• Eligible students will receive a $5000 scholarship from the NCP Mobility granny to cover the cost of the program. Further details will be provided at time of application.
• You will be enrolled into a Murdoch University Business shell unit BUS3451, however can defer the unit cost onto HECS as per normal.

Express your interest or ask questions:

Places are limited! To express your interest in enrolment for the Semester 2 2022 project intake, please email studyabroad@murdoch.edu.au stating:

• Your name
• Your student ID
• Your course of study
• What is your GPA
• How BUS3451 can credit towards your degree (e.g. as a general elective); if you’re unsure about credit, please contact your academic chair

Deadline to express your interest:

• Friday, 23 May COB

Click here to learn more about Project Hiu.

Blogs:

https://www.abc.net.au/news/2020-08-16/sharks-fin-overfishing-lombok-tourism/12434698?nw=0

https://www.journeyera.com/shark-week