Key information

Benefit amount

$50,000 (total value)

Eligible citizenship

Australian citizen, Permanent resident

Eligible student type

Current student, Research student

Eligible level of study

Undergraduate, Postgraduate
+1 more

Study area

Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences

Scholarships available

2

About the scholarship

Summary

The Vida Lahey Memorial Travelling Scholarship gives young or emerging Australian artists or young Australian art history students or graduates an extraordinary opportunity to develop their practice or research through an itinerary of international or national travel that will contribute to an understanding of Australian art.

The scholarship is offered every two years. In 2027, the Gallery will expand the scholarship and the outstanding opportunity it offers by awarding two recipients $50,000 each.

Value
Total value
$50,000

Eligibility and selection criteria

Eligibility

Visit the Vida Lahey Memorial Travelling Scholarship website for further information.

Enrolment criteria

Visit the Vida Lahey Memorial Travelling Scholarship website for further information.

Selection criteria

Visit the Vida Lahey Memorial Travelling Scholarship website for further information.

Study areas

This scholarship is related to the following study areas:

  • Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences
Supporting documentation

Visit the Vida Lahey Memorial Travelling Scholarship website for further information.

How to apply

Opening date
Thursday 1 October 2026
Closing date
Sunday 10 January 2027
Complete application

Complete the online application form

Submit the online application form with all supporting documentation by the closing date. 

Apply now

Incomplete applications will not be considered. For assistance when completing your application, please visit the scholarship application help guide.

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