Discover the diverse range of scholarships offered at AFTRS that recognise excellence and provide vital financial and practical support for students across all our Award Courses. These scholarships help to make higher education more accessible, empowering aspiring creatives to pursue their career in the screen and audio industries. 

Discover how an AFTRS Scholarship opened doors for Radio and Podcasting alum Grant Maling, providing him with the essential skills and confidence to navigate the competitive media landscape. 

Discover the story of Bachelor of Arts Screen: Production alum Melika Azimi and how she found her love for cinematography when shooting her second-year production (non-fiction) as cinematographer. The Women in Cinematography Scholarship sponsored by SONY is one of the scholarships offered at AFTRS that focuses on equity and representation. 

Zabi Malik was the 2023 Australia for UNHCR Beddie Scholarship recipient. This scholarship was established with the generous support of Francesca Beddie, AFTRS, Australia for UNHCR and the Public Education Foundation. It covers full tuition for the Bachelor of Arts Screen: Production program, living expenses and internship opportunities at Australia for UNCHR. 

The scholarship opportunity for Master of Arts Screen alum Jemma Craig fuelled her dedication to the art of filmmaking and deepened her commitment to creating films that inspire a sense of responsibility and care for the environment.  

AFTRS alum Pariya Taherzadeh went from scholarship recipient to scholarship donor after her passion for storytelling was ignited by an AFTRS Scholarship. The podcast she produced as a result of her studies at AFTRS led to her being awarded for outstanding work at the prestigious New York Radio Festival, inspiring her to commit to helping others on the same journey. 

Discover the story of Bachelor of Arts Screen: Production alum Kiera D'Arcy and how she developed her cinematography skills on set, working with crew towards a common vision. The Women in Cinematography Scholarship sponsored by SONY is one of the scholarships focused on equity and representation offered at AFTRS. 

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