The SIDA Foundation Scholarship has been developed to support students interested in studying Bachelor of Applied Science, Interior Architecture, with a preference for students from regional or remote locations.

• Future Students

• Faculty of Humanities

• Undergraduate

• Students from regional or remote areas

• Australian Citizen
• Australian Permanent Resident
• New Zealand Citizen
• Permanent Humanitarian Visa

• Merit Based

The SIDA Foundation Scholarship will provide the following support for up to a maximum of 4 years (based on a full-time study load of 100 credits):

• A total value of $16,000 paid as a cash stipend of $2,000 per semester. 
  

The amount can be used at the recipients discretion towards educational related expenses.

Bachelor of Applied Science (Interior Architecture)
Double degrees accepted

Applicants must meet all the following criteria to be eligible to apply for the SIDA Foundation Scholarship: 

• Australian citizen, Australian permanent resident, Australian permanent humanitarian visa holder or New Zealand citizen
• Selected Curtin University as a first preference through TISC or apply direct to Curtin by the scholarship’s closing date, to undertake an eligible course in 2025
• Receive an eligible course offer and will enrol full-time (100 credits per study period) in the eligible course at Curtin University in Semester 1, 2025
• Achieve/have an ATAR of 70 or above, (or an equivalent bridging course to gain entry)
• Preference for students from regional or remote locations

Step 1: Access online application form

• Applications are to be submitted using the online application form. Access the form by clicking on the ‘Apply Online’ button on the top right-hand side of this page
• If you are an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander student and would like to be considered for all scholarships (equity and merit) available in this round, we recommend that you apply for the "Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Scholarship Program".

Step 2: Complete

• Complete the application form online
• Application form can be saved at any point of the process
• Multiple scholarships can be applied for at one time
• Tips on how to complete your application can be found under the Applying for scholarships link on the scholarships website

Step 3: Submit

• Closing date is listed at the top of the page
• Incomplete applications will not be assessed
• Once submitted, application status will change to submitted

Step 4: Receipt

• Application receipt will be sent to the email address provided when you created your Curtin account, once your application has been submitted

Step 5: Assessment

• Applications will be assessed by an assessment panel using the following criteria:
  • Receipt of an offer of a place into an eligible undergraduate degree at Curtin University in 2025
  • Responses to questions in application form
  • Academic merit

Step 6: Outcome

• Outcome will be sent via the email address listed through TISC or your direct Curtin course application after main round course offers (all successful and unsuccessful applicants will be notified)

Step 7: Acceptance

• Successful applicants (including those who wish to defer their studies) must return acceptance documents by the deadline specified in the terms and conditions
• Deferral of this scholarship is not permitted

Please note:

• Scholarship will be awarded if there are applicants of sufficient merit
• Scholarship will commence from 2025
• Scholarship is not transferable to another major, course or university

Recipients must meet all of the following:

• Remain enrolled in initial course of study
• Maintain a full-time study load of at least 100 credits each semester at Curtin University
• Maintain a course weighted average (CWA) of at least 50 each semester
• Pass all units attempted each study period

Scholarships Office

E: scholarships@curtin.edu.au

T: 1300 222 888

Visit our Frequently Asked Questions

For further information about applying for scholarships including important dates and tips for preparing your application, utilise the resources available on the Applying for Scholarships webpage.