Packaging technology scholarship program now open, closing 24 January

The Australasian Bioplastics Association (ABA), in partnership with the Australasian Institute of Packaging (AIP), has advised that the annual Scholarship program for Australia and New Zealand is now open for applications, with the closing date for entries being 24 January 2025.

The ABA Scholarship program will enable one eligible candidate from either Australia or New Zealand the opportunity to undertake a Diploma in Packaging Technology and a second person the opportunity to undertake a Certificate in Packaging. Eligible candidates will come from across the entire packaging industry in Australia and New Zealand.

1. ABA Diploma in Packaging Technology scholarship

The Diploma in Packaging Technology is a Level 5 PIABC, 51-credit foundation degree-level qualification that prepares students to take responsibility for packaging operations at any level through the supply chain, and can also lead to higher-level study.

2. ABA Certificate in Packaging Technology scholarship

The Certificate in Packaging Technology is an introduction to the industry for those starting out in a packaging career. The Level 3 PIABC course can provide a good foundation in, and introduction to, the packaging industry. The course provides a level of insight and understanding of the packaging industry that is designed to add real and measurable value to careers and businesses. This qualification provides students with the detailed overview of packaging materials and processes that broadens their knowledge and equips them for progression within the packaging industry.

ABA Scholarship criteria and access to entry forms are available on the AIP website and entries close on 24 January.

Winners of the scholarship will be announced at the 2025 Australasian Packaging Innovation & Design (PIDA) Awards, which will be held on 6 May at the Sofitel Wentworth Sydney.

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