To be eligible, applicants must have completed an undergraduate degree in fine arts (or similar) and will be assessed on their GPA (Grade Point Average), submitted portfolio, Statement of Intent, and potential to succeed in Postgraduate study.

How to apply:

1. Complete a reapplication form on the website
2. Provide the required application documents to Admissions; portfolio, Statement of Research Intent, CV, proof of ID and Academic Transcripts.
3. Eligible MFA applicants will be invited to an interview with Postgraduate faculty.
4. Include a Scholarship Application letter outlining your motivations for postgraduate study.

Deadlines:

• The first early application process should be completed by 31 October 2025. If there are still scholarships available we will do a second round closing 15 December 2025.
• Postgraduate faculty will review all eligible applicants for the awards and successful recipients will be notified.

Terms and Conditions:

• Up to six Whitecliffe Pathway Awards will be available in 2026.
• The Scholarships are only open to domestic students.
• Scholarships are available for students studying BFA (Honours) or Master of Fine Arts.
• Scholarships will cover 120 credits of full-time study in 2026.
• This scholarship covers course fees only. Student levies and course-related costs are not included. It cannot be redeemed for cash or transferred from one programme to another.
• * Fees will be reimbursed to the student or student loan account on completion of the relevant courses and/or programmes.