The Defence STEM Cadetship Program invites applications from students currently studying the below STEM disciplines.
Science
Science STEM cadets apply their studies to projects which:
- develop research to understand risks posed by chemical, biological and radiological threats and weapons of mass destruction
- support Australia’s nuclear-powered submarines using computational physics and nuclear science studies
- enhance the selection and training of ADF personnel using experience from psychological studies.
The science disciplines applicable to the STEM Cadetship include:
- biological science
- chemical science
- computer science
- environmental science
- food science
- materials science
- nuclear science
- physics
- psychology and social science
- radiological science
- science communications
- spatial science.
Technology
Technology STEM cadets work in a team with specialised systems and cutting-edge technology to:
- support national intelligence capability
- protect Australian information systems
- provide imminent support to military operations
- research, design, and build advanced technologies within:
- cyber security
- system engineering
- cyber security
- data mining or machine learning,
- electronic warfare
- space and satellite communication systems.
The technology disciplines applicable to the STEM Cadetship include:
- computer systems
- computer science
- computing and cyber security
- data science and data analysis
- information technology
- photography/imaging.
Engineering
Engineering STEM cadets support Defence operations by:
- advising on Defence acquisitions
- applying technologies to sustain current capabilities
- undertaking cutting-edge research to safeguard Australia's future national security.
Engineering STEM cadets will work on a range of platforms, including:
- aircraft
- ships and submarines
- intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance technologies.
The engineering disciplines applicable to the STEM Cadetship include:
- aerospace/aeronautical engineering
- avionics engineering
- biomedical
- chemical engineering (including majors in armament)
- civil/construction/structural engineering
- communications/telecommunications engineering
- electrical/electronic engineering
- maritime engineering/marine engineering / naval architecture
- mechanical engineering
- mechatronic engineering, including robotics
- nuclear engineering
- radiation engineering
- software engineering
- space engineering/space systems
- systems engineering.
Mathematics
Maths STEM cadets work across a spectrum of cutting-edge technologies to support Australia’s national interests including:
- cyber security
- software production
- threat analysis
- big data analysis
- building solutions or complex models to enhance Defence’s decision-making.
Mathematics disciplines applicable to the STEM Cadetship include:
- data science
- mathematics
- statistics.