TAFE NSW has announced a new First Nations Interior Design Scholarship, which will support Indigenous students in the Bachelor of Interior Design at TAFE NSW Design Centre Enmore.
The scholarship will be open to one student each year, starting from 2022 through to 2024, and will cover the full fees for the degree as well as educational support throughout each successful applicant’s studies.
Richard Cass, head of Creative and Design Ideation at TAFE NSW, said the scholarships would be awarded on the basis of study and career potential – including career goals, motivation and creative portfolio.
“The Bachelor of Interior Design allows students to develop practical design skills and learn the theory needed to equip them with a sound understanding of design best practice, both in Australia and internationally,” he said.
“TAFE NSW will ensure that scholarship recipients receive academic support through progressive review and solutions with head teachers, teachers and the Aboriginal Education and Engagement Team.
“TAFE NSW Design Centre Enmore is a purpose-built design studio where students are able to immerse themselves in design. It’s the perfect place to build design skills and get a head start in the booming interior design industry.”
The scholarship is supported by furniture company Stylecraft. Anthony Collins, Stylecraft’s managing director, said the scholarship presented an exciting opportunity for aspiring Indigenous designers.
“Stylecraft has committed to the scholarship program for three years,” he said. “By 2024, three students will be in the Interior Design stream completing the scholarship program. We will also work with TAFE NSW to identify any internship or mentoring opportunities for scholarship recipients within Stylecraft or industry partners and clients.”
“The ultimate aim of the program is to encourage participation by Indigenous Australians in the Interior Design profession, and we look forward to contributing to the students’ design journey,” he said.
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