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YEAR 12 STUDENTS

YOUR NEXT STEPS

Waiting on your ATAR, changing your preferences or looking at new options? You can apply directly to Whitehouse for February 2027, even if you've already applied elsewhere.

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Email us with any questions: study@whitehouse-design.edu.au

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WHERE ARE YOU UP TO?

WAITING FOR MY ATAR

You don't need an ATAR to apply, so you can get started now.

SEE HOW TO APPLY

CHANGING MY PREFERENCES

You won't find us on UAC, VTAC or QTAC, but you can still apply directly.

APPLY DIRECT

OFFERS ARE OUT

Whether you received an offer or missed out, you can still talk to us about February.

BOOK A CALL

Email us with any questions or if you're unsure: study@whitehouse-design.edu.au

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CHANGING YOUR UAC / VTAC / QTAC PREFERENCES?

You can still apply to Whitehouse, even if you've applied elsewhere.

Whitehouse is apply direct only so you have no application fees.

Whitehouse isn't listed on UAC, VTAC, QTAC or other tertiary admissions centers, so you won't see us in your preferences. You apply directly through our website instead, and the process is the same in every state.

* *Skip the offer round wait:* You'll hear from us within 48 hours of your Design Meeting, once we have your documents.

* *Apply for free:* Whitehouse has no application fee.
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KEY DATES: FEBRUARY 2027 INTAKE

Intake Status: Applications are currently open.

Applications Close: TBC

Classes Start: 

8 Feb 2027 (Sydney)
15 Feb 2027 (Brisbane / Melbourne)


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NO ATAR REQUIRED

Your creative potential matters more than your ATAR. Whitehouse doesn't select students based on ATAR. We look at your creative ability, motivation and readiness for study. You'll need to complete Year 12 or equivalent, but your application is about how you think, what inspires you and where you want to go.

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I ALREADY APPLIED & WANT TO RESUME

No problem, just reach out to our Future Student team and mention that you want to know what the next steps are - even if you don't recall where your application is up to. We can help sort that out for you! Call 1300 551 433 or email study@whitehouse-design.edu.au

WHAT YOU'LL NEED

COURSE CREATIVE PORTFOLIO MOTIVATIONAL STATEMENT
Bachelor of Design Required Required
Associate Degree of Design Required Required
Diploma of Design Not required Required
Undergraduate Certificate of Design Not required Not required

The Diploma and Undergraduate Certificate are direct pathways into the Associate Degree and Bachelor of Design, with Advanced Standing for units you've completed.

Your Creative Portfolio is 4-6 pieces of your own work. It doesn't need to be perfect. If you don't have much yet, illustration or photography is a great place to start. Your Motivational Statement should be 300 words or less.

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WHY WHITEHOUSE?

THE WHITEHOUSE DIFFERENCE

#1

FOR SKILLS DEVELOPMENT*

We achieved 92.1% in the QILT Student Experience Survey 2025, the strongest result of any creative arts and design institution in the country.

20-22

STUDIO HOURS A WEEK

You'll get real face-to-face studio time, more than double the national average.

INDUSTRY EXPERIENCE

Students intern at names like Maticevski, Dior, Mariam Seddiq, Carla Zampatti and Rebecca Vallance.

*QILT Student Experience Survey 2025 when compared to institutions offering creative arts and design courses.

STILL WORKING OUT WHAT'S NEXT?

That's completely okay. Our Future Student team is here to talk through your options, with no pressure to decide straight away.
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Call 1300 551 433 or email study@whitehouse-design.edu.au

FAQS

Is Whitehouse on UAC, VTAC or QTAC?

‍No. You apply directly through the Whitehouse website here.

‍Can I apply if I've already applied through UAC, VTAC or QTAC?

‍Yes. Your Whitehouse application is separate, so you can apply to us as well.

‍Do I need to change my UAC, VTAC or QTAC preferences?

‍No but it's best to remove the courses from your list/withdraw your application so you don't receive unwanted communications from the Tertiary Admissions Centers or the no longer desired institutions. If you receive an offer from another institution you do not need to accept it whether the offer was sent via UAC, VTAC or QTAC or directly via the institution.

‍Can I apply before I get my ATAR?

‍Yes. You can supply your most recent academic results, and any offer is conditional on completing Year 12.

‍What if I didn't get the ATAR I hoped for?

‍You still have options. Whitehouse doesn't select students based on ATAR, and our Future Student team can talk you through the right course for you. Book a Call or see Contact Us page for options.

‍I already have another offer. Do I have to accept it?

‍No. You can still choose Whitehouse, and an offer from another institution doesn't lock you in. You are able to able to withdraw before census date without paying tuition fees or incurring a HECS-HELP OR FEE-HELP debt. International students may be subject to different criteria.

‍What if I enrol at Whitehouse and change my mind?

‍Domestic students can withdraw or defer before census date without paying tuition fees or incurring a FEE-HELP debt.

What if I don't want to start in February?

‍Whitehouse also has June and September intakes. Talk to our team about the right start date for you.

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