Important dates
Applications for Trimester 1 2020 open 11 September 2019.
Applications for Trimester 1 2020 close 12 February 2020 5pm.
Benefits
Maximum payment of up to $6000.
Total benefit is divided into payments of $1500 per credit point and is paid on successful completion of each credit point (maximum of 4 credit points).
Eligibility criteria
Prospective candidates should ensure they meet all criteria before submitting their application.
To be eligible you must be:
- a domestic student, studying part time or full time
- enrolled in M519 Graduate Certificate of Business (Arts and Cultural Management) Course at Deakin University in Trimester 1 2020.
Preference will be given to individuals:
- working in the arts sector in small-to-medium sized organisations
- wanting to transition their careers into the arts sector and/or
- living in remote areas.
Conditions
As a scholarship recipient you must:
- maintain a pass grade on all enrolled units
- complete a yearly impact statement for the duration of the scholarship
- provide an introductory statement about their study goals and what it means to receive the scholarship.
Your application
Supporting documents
No supporting documentation is required for this scholarship.
Application tips
Applying for a scholarship isn't just about meeting the eligibility criteria. It's a good idea to think about why you want a scholarship, how it will help you and what you have to offer the Deakin community.
How to apply
Apply direct to Deakin
You can apply for this scholarship directly through our Course and Scholarship Application Portal.
What happens next?
Your application will be assessed and ranked based on the details you provide.
You'll find out if you were successful up to six weeks after the application close date. You can view the status of your application via your Course and Scholarship Applicant Portal account.
About the Donor
In association with the Sue Nattrass Arts Management Fund, this scholarship is open to students enrolled in postgraduate Arts and Cultural Management studies. George Fairfax was a leading light in the Australian and International theatre scenes, well known for his support and encouragement of activities that involved young people in developing their theatre skills and broadening their understanding of the creative arts.