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The Morrison Government is committed to building an Australian workforce with thenecessary skills and capabilities to develop advanced technologies drive innovation andmeet the nations future defence and national security needs.Minister for Defence the Hon Peter Dutton MP has announced the creation of morethan 300 scholarships over the next five years to grow Australias nuclear science andengineering workforce.The delivery of at least eight nuclear-powered submarines will see thousands of jobscreated across the country over the next few decades Minister Dutton said.We must ensure our people have the right skills and qualifications to support and deliverthis once-in-a-generation endeavour that will bolster our national security and defence.The Defence Nuclear Science and Engineering Scholarships build on the existing NationalNaval Shipbuilding education pipeline.Minister Dutton said the Government will also identify opportunities to increase the numberof Australians undertaking Vocational Education and Training Courses providing additionalentry points for Australians interested in nuclear-related careers.This is about developing a high-tech workforce of Australians qualified to steward anddeliver this important capability Minister Dutton said.These scholarships will provide Australians the opportunity to develop essential skills andqualifications to work in the nuclear-powered submarine enterprise.On graduation scholarship recipients will be qualified to work across a range oforganisations contributing to the nuclear-powered submarine program including Defencenuclear stewardship and environmental agencies research and training and the broadershipbuilding industry.
