Key scholarship details
Application status
Open for applications
Applications open
29 Jun 2026
Applications close
2 Aug 2026
Benefit amount
$1,000 - $5,000
Eligible study level
Undergraduate, Honours, Graduate coursework
Eligible student type
Domestic and international students
Eligible study stage
Current study
Benefit duration
One-off
Summary
The Harry Hains Memorial Theatre Bursaries were established with a gift from the Helen and David Hains Foundation and are awarded to students who are enrolled with the Victorian College of the Arts in a degree in a field of theatre and are experiencing financial disadvantage.
Benefits
This bursary provides a one-off payment of between $1000 and up to $5000.
Amount:
$1,000 - $5,000
Duration:
One-off
Quantity:
At least 1
Eligibility and selection criteria
Eligibility
To be considered for this bursary, you must be enrolled in one of the Bachelor of Fine Arts (Theatre), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Acting), Bachelor of Fine Arts Honours (Theatre), Bachelor of Fine Arts Honours (Acting), Master of Theatre (Dramaturgy), Master of Theatre (Directing) or Master of Theatre (Writing) in the year for which the bursary is awarded.
Selection criteria
The bursary is offered to the eligible candidate(s) ranked highest by the selection panel based on their financial assessment score and personal statement.
In the interest of equitable distribution of scholarships, other scholarships or awards received from the University by candidates are considered.
Conditions
This award cannot be deferred. In addition, recipients must agree to the University sharing their name and course details with the donor of their scholarship and provide a note of appreciation and a brief report on the benefits of the scholarship prior to payment.
Study level:
Undergraduate, Honours, Graduate coursework
Student type:
Domestic and international students
Study stage type:
Current study
Study area:
Music, visual and performing arts
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How to apply
You must submit the Student Financial Assessment form and an application and include a personal statement addressing the impact of your financial circumstances on your ability to study.
Submit an applicationStatus:
Open for applications
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