Domestic Application Requirements
A domestic student is an Australian or New Zealand citizen, an Australian permanent resident or a holder of an Australian permanent humanitarian visa.
Whitehouse accepts direct applications only, meaning you can only apply to study at Whitehouse through our website. Once you have determined what kind of applicant you are, it is an easy 3-Step Process to apply:
- Fill out and submit the online application form and a Whitehouse representative will get in contact with you to discuss your application and how to map your journey from enrolment to application
- Once Whitehouse has all the necessary documents for your application, you will schedule an interview with us
- After you have completed your interview and supplied all of the required documentation, you will receive a results email within 24hrs
Please note: the following information that is what generally applies to most applicants. If this information is not relevant to applicants of a specific course, it will be noted in the course-specific information.
Bachelor of Design
Applicant Background
The type of applicant you are will determine your application process and how your work experience, life experience and/or adjustment factors are taken into consideration.
The information below relates to applicants whose highest level of study enrolment since leaving secondary education is a VET course.
To be eligible for admission, applicants must have completed or undertaken studies in the following Australian Qualification Framework (AQF) programs at Whitehouse or another RTO:
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- Certificate III in Design Fundamentals or
- Certificate IV or
- Diploma or
- Advanced Diploma
Your application requires:
- Your latest Academic Transcripts (High School Report, Certificate of Education within Australian States & Territories such as VCE/HSC or Highest Qualification Achieved)
- Creative Portfolio (6-8 pieces in any medium)
- Motivational Statement (300 words)
- Proof of Identity and Citizenship (Passport or Birth Certificate)
- CV showing academic, professional and work experience
Literacy Assessment
Applicants after adjustment, work and life experience applicants and/or International applicants who completed high school studies overseas may be required to complete a literacy assessment. This will take the form of a 1000 word written research task on a topic defined by the Academic Director. This is to support demonstrated academic research, analysis and writing skills in combination with the portfolio.
The following information is for applicants whose admission is based mostly on secondary education undertaken at school, TAFE or other VET or higher education provider (Australian or overseas equivalent) that was completed (or will be) in the current year or within the previous two years.
Applicants who have completed in the past 2 years or are due to complete in the year of application one of the following at High School in Australia, TAFE or overseas:
- Higher School Certificate (HSC) or TAFE Statement in HSC Studies or
- Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) or Victorian Certificate of Applied Learning (VCAL)
- Certificate of Education within Australian States & Territories or
- International Baccalaureate (IB) or
- Equivalent overseas Senior School Certificate
An ATAR of 67.95* is desirable if applying with a secondary education only but is not the only criteria for acceptance. An adjustment factor to the application will be taken into consideration if:
- Applicant has completed a Certificate III in Design Fundamentals (or equivalent) at Whitehouse or at another RTO
- Evidence is produced indicating exceptional creative endeavours. Whitehouse will also consider: volunteering, internship, work experience, past/current employment and or extracurricular activities
Where you may not meet the entry criteria, you may also be considered for admission on the basis of identifying with an equity group or experiencing disadvantage. Whitehouse may then increase your selection rank for that course - this is called an 'equity adjustment'.
If there is evidence of the applicant requiring an ‘equity adjustment’:
- Applicant identifies as one of the following equity groups:
- Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples
- people from lower socio-economic backgrounds
- people with disability
- people from remote, rural or isolated areas
- people who are the first in their family to attend a university or other higher educational institution
- people from non-English speaking backgrounds
- There are specific categories of disadvantage that Whitehouse will also consider, which are detailed below. Your educational performance and/or personal situation prior to enrolment must have been seriously affected, normally for a period of at least six months, due to circumstances beyond your control or choosing.
- Disrupted Schooling
- Severe Family Disruption
- Excessive family responsibilities
- Personal Illness/disability
- Refugee Status
If you are a year 12 student applying prior to official release of results, you will need to supply your most recent academic results (high school report or other). Whitehouse Institute can provide an early offer to applicants based on current academic performance. You are encouraged to apply early to secure your place with us. Enrolment will be confirmed upon satisfactory completion of your year 12 studies. If you are concerned about your ATAR, you are encouraged to contact Admissions to discuss your pathway.
Your Application Requires:
- Your latest Academic Transcripts (High School Report, Certificate of Education within Australian States & Territories such as VCE/HSC or Highest Qualification Achieved)
- Creative Portfolio (6-8 pieces in any medium)
- Motivational Statement (300 words)
- Proof of Identity and Citizenship (Passport or Birth Certificate)
- CV showing academic, professional and work experience
Literacy Assessment
Applicants after adjustment, work and life experience applicants and/or International applicants who completed high school studies overseas may be required to complete a literacy assessment. This will take the form of a 1000 word written research task on a topic defined by the Academic Director. This is to support demonstrated academic research, analysis and writing skills in combination with the portfolio.
The following information is for applicants whose highest level of study enrolment since leaving secondary education is a higher education course, whether at a university or non-university provider.
If your last study was more than seven years ago, see the information in the section for applicants with work and life experience.
Applicants are eligible for admission if they have completed or undertaken studies in one of the following from an Australian, overseas University or other Australian Registered Training Organisation (RTO):
- An Undergraduate Degree or
- An Associate Degree
Your application requires:
- Your latest Academic Transcripts and Reports
- Creative Portfolio (6-8 pieces in any medium)
- Motivational Statement (300 words)
- Proof of Identity and Citizenship (Passport or Birth Certificate)
- CV showing academic, professional and work experience
Advanced Standing
Advanced Standing (known as Credit or Recognition of Prior Learning) may be awarded to applicants who have completed courses in a similar field of study. Depending on the level of study completed, you may be eligible to receive direct articulation into study period two, three or four of the Bachelor of Design. Credits can be awarded to accredited subjects previously undertaken at another education provider and/or relevant industry experience.
This information is for applicants who left secondary education more than two years previously and have not undertaken VET or higher education study since then. This includes less recent secondary results.
To be eligible for admission, applicants must have undertaken significant professional/commercial practice for 2 years or more within the creative industries.
An adjustment factor to the application will be taken into consideration if:
- Evidence is produced indicating exceptional creative endeavours. Whitehouse will also consider: volunteering, internship, work experience, past/current employment and or extracurricular activities
- Applicant is of mature age
Where you may not meet the entry criteria, you may also be considered for admission on the basis of identifying with an equity group or experiencing disadvantage. If there is evidence of the applicant requiring an ‘equity adjustment’:
- Applicant identifies as one of the following equity groups:
- Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples
- people from lower socio-economic backgrounds
- people with disability
- people from remote, rural or isolated areas
- people who are the first in their family to attend a university or other higher educational institution
- people from non-English speaking backgrounds
- There are specific categories of disadvantage that Whitehouse will also consider, which are detailed below. Your educational performance and/or personal situation prior to enrolment must have been seriously affected, normally for a period of at least six months, due to circumstances beyond your control or choosing.
- Disrupted Schooling
- Severe Family Disruption
- Excessive family responsibilities
- Personal Illness/disability
- Refugee Status
Your application requires:
- Creative Portfolio (6-8 pieces in any medium)
- Motivational Statement (300 words)
- Proof of Identity and Citizenship (Passport or Birth Certificate)
- CV showing academic, professional and work experience within creative industries for 2 years or more
Literacy Assessment
Applicants after adjustment, work and life experience applicants and/or International applicants who completed high school studies overseas may be required to complete a literacy assessment. This will take the form of a 1000 word written research task on a topic defined by the Academic Director. This is to support demonstrated academic research, analysis and writing skills in combination with the portfolio.
Master of Design
Applicant Background
The type of applicant you are will determine your application process and how your work experience, life experience and/or adjustment factors are taken into consideration.
The information below relates to applicants whose highest level of study enrolment since leaving secondary education is a VET course.
To be eligible for admission, applicants must have completed:
- Diploma in a design related field and a minimum of 5 years industry/commercial experience,
- Advanced Diploma in a design related field and a minimum of 3 years industry/commercial experience,
- Graduate Certificate in a design related field or,
- Graduate Diploma in a design related field
Your application requires:
- Academic records/qualifications,
- Project Proposal in your area of focus that includes project intention / outcomes and evidence of research or expertise in the field,
- Portfolio consisting of, or documenting, recent work relevant to the project proposal,
- CV showing academic, professional and work experience,
- Proof of Identity and Citizenship (Passport & Birth Certificate),
As well as one of the above formal qualifications / work experience, you may have completed the following:
- Higher School Certificate (HSC) or TAFE Statement in HSC Studies or
- Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) or Victorian Certificate of Applied Learning (VCAL)
- Certificate of Education within Australian States & Territories or
- International Baccalaureate (IB) or
- Equivalent overseas Senior School Certificate
The following information is for applicants whose highest level of study enrolment is a higher education course.
Applicants are eligible for admission if they have completed in the following from an Australian, overseas University or other Australian Registered Training Organisation (RTO):
- Bachelor of Design (or Equivalent)
Your application requires:
- Academic records/qualifications,
- Project Proposal in your area of focus that includes project intention / outcomes and evidence of research or exp