Please see below our frequently asked questions.
As a teacher, do I have to register my participation and class number to partake in the competition?
We highly recommend that teachers register so they can access resources to implement the competition, more easily upload submissions and keep up to date with program offerings.
As a student, can I participate if my school is not entering the competition?
Absolutely! Students can register outside of school participation. All participants will have equal access to online resources, whether or not their school is registered. Furthermore, students can upload their entry via their own dashboard.
What school year levels are involved?
Entrants must be aged from 12 to 19 years and a student in Australia in one of the listed categories.
| STUDENT CATEGORIES |
YEAR LEVEL |
| Junior | Years 7 and 8 |
| Mid | Years 9 and 10 |
| Senior | Year 11 |
| Aspiring | Year 12 |
When does the competition close?
All entries from all age groups must be submitted by Thursday 22 July 2021, 6pm AEST.
What file formats are acceptable for my entry?
Entries must be uploaded as either PDF, JPEG, PNG or DOCX file formats. Files cannot exceed 10MB in size. If your file is larger, split it into 2 files and upload your entry twice.
The Submission page is available from Wednesday, 2 December 2020. Follow the step-by-step instructions to upload your submission.
Can I submit a hard copy entry?
No. You can only submit a digital version via the portal. Entries sent to us in hard copy will not be included in the competition.
If you do not have access to a scanner, we will accept very good quality images taken on a smartphone or digital camera. Make sure the lighting and quality are clear before sending us a photograph.
Are there different entry requirements for each year?
Yes, every year level has different deliverables based on skills sets, and prizes will be awarded for each year group in each student category. Once registered, you’ll find this information on your dashboard.
| STUDENT CATEGORIES |
DELIVERABLES |
| Junior |
Annotated illustration |
| Mid |
Annotated illustration End-user profile Creative statement |
| Senior |
Annotated illustration End-user profile Creative statement Technical sketch |
| Aspiring |
Annotated illustration End-user profile Creative statement Technical sketch |
Can I submit more than one design?
No. You will only be judged on one entry. We will judge the first entry we receive from you.
When can I submit my design?
Submissions are open as soon as the competition opens. Submissions will close Thursday 22 July 2021, 6pm AEST.
