Garth Barnett Scholarship at University of Technology Sydney 2025

Overview:

The Garth Barnett Scholarship supports second-year students with strong talent and passion for design—especially Interior Architecture. Preference is given to applicants facing financial hardship or other educational disadvantages.

Eligibility for the Garth Barnett Scholarship:

• Be commencing their second year of a Bachelor of Design in Interior Architecture (single or combined) as listed below at UTS in the Autumn session of the Scholarship selection:
  • C10271 Bachelor of Design in Interior Architecture; OR
  • C10322 Bachelor of Design in Interior Architecture Bachelor of Creative Intelligence and Innovation; OR
  • C10272 Bachelor of Design in Interior Architecture Bachelor of International Studies; OR
  • C09144 Bachelor of Design in Interior Architecture Bachelor of International Studies (Honours)
• Minimum WAM of 60
• Completed at least 36 credit points
• Attend an interview (Zoom or in person)

Preference:

Given to applicants demonstrating financial disadvantage or other educational barriers, evidenced through a UAC Equity Scholarship application or an independent assessment by the UTS Financial Assistance Service.

Selection process:

• Passion and talent for interior design; and
• Motivation to pursue a career in interiors using innovative thinking and exceptional problem-solving skills; and
• Demonstrated initiative to seek opportunities to continually advance their professional and personal lives; and
• Demonstrated interest and understanding in the legacy and work of Garth Barnett; and
• Likelihood that the Scholarship will increase the ability of the Recipient to complete their UTS course at a higher level of performance than would otherwise be the case.

Application Process:

• Apply through the UTS Scholarships Application form

Value offered: Maximum total value AUD 18,000 paid over 2 years duration.