Building a future

“When undertaking a design studio there are high printing costs and the scholarship helped me to afford this crucial part of the degree.”

"Together, these elements helped me foster a better understanding of both the design process and what actual areas of architecture I was interested in.” The scholarship was an integral part in Renee’s ability to achieve first class honours in her Masters and move to the next phase in her academic journey – a PhD at the Melbourne School of Design, which is due for completion in 2019. “Pragmatically, it helped me produce a higher overall grade average at the end of my Master degree and this helped me to gain a scholarship to undertake my PhD, which has consequently provided me both work and travel opportunities.”

Renee is also using what she has learned to teach others at Melbourne’s Faculty of Architecture, Building and Planning. She is currently the senior tutor teaching the ‘21st Century Architecture’ course.

Her positive experiences mean Renee highly recommends students apply for the scholarship. “It helps to take the pressure off having to work part-time simultaneously while you study, and you can concentrate your time and efforts on your degree.”