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Call for Entries: 2027 Dulux Study Tour Now Open Applications close 19 October 2026 The Australian Institute of Architects is calling on the nation’s brightest emerging architects to apply for the 2026 Dulux Study Tour, one of the most coveted prizes in Australian architecture. Now in its 19th year, the tour offers a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for five emerging practitioners to take part in a ten-day international expedition across three countries, immersing themselves in world-leading architectural practice and culture. Taking place in May 2027, the tour includes exclusive visits to acclaimed studios, innovative projects, and landmark buildings, with winners also playing a role in shaping the itinerary. This career-defining program is open to architects and graduates of architecture who have accumulated up to 10 years of experience since completing their AACA-accredited Master of Architecture (or equivalent). Beyond the travel and insight, the Dulux Study Tour offers a long-term network of alumni, a community of peers and mentors whose support and shared experiences will stay with you for life.
Terms and conditions*
1. Entry into the Dulux Study Tour is open to all Architects and graduates of architecture of up to 10 years of accumulated practice from obtainment of the AACA Accredited Master of Architecture degree (or equivalent). Entrants must have graduated between 2016 ‐ 2025 (inclusive)*. However, it is only open to Australian citizens/residents and New Zealand citizens residing in Australia. It is mandatory that entrants and nominators are Australian Institute of Architects members.

2. Non‐winning entrants from previous years are welcome to re‐enter, subject to meeting the eligibility criteria.

3. Entrants must be a financial Australian Institute of Architects member.

4. Entry into the 2027 Dulux Study Tour is a two-stage process:
Stage 1
To enter, entrants are required to submit their answers to four nominated questions, their contact details and details of their employer via the online entry system.
Stage 1 submissions must be lodged by no later than midnight Monday 19 October 2026. Entrants’ answers to the nominated questions will be judged, and shortlisted entrants will be notified to enter into Stage 2. The jury’s decision is final. Refer to section 8.
Stage 2
Shortlisted entrants must be upload via the online entry system: an A4 document that includes: one written employer reference, resume (maximum two pages) and portfolio of works (maximum of four pages). Submissions for Stage 2 close on AEDT 5.00pm Monday 16 November 2026.

5. Submissions must be lodged by the closing date, late submissions will not be accepted. 

6. Entrants will be judged on the submission details supplied and five (5) winners will be chosen by the nominated jury members. 

7. The juries’ decision is final and the Institute will not provide individual feedback on entries.

8. The Australian Institute of Architects (Institute), Dulux and any additional sponsors reserve the right to publish details of successful applicants (the winners), including their individual winning submissions, in all publications and communications.

9. Five (5) prizes will be awarded for the Study Tour. Successful recipients will travel as a group and will need to be available at least one (1) day either side to allow for travel time. The prize covers international economy flights, accommodation, transport and an allocation of funds for meals for the duration of the Study Tour program. Each recipient has the opportunity to extend their time at the end of the Study Tour period at their own expense but this must be advised to the Institute at the time of the winners being contacted due to flight arrangements.

10. The five (5) winners will be required to participate in the writing of daily blog whilst on tour.

11. The five (5) winners will be required to submit a post tour report to the Institute. Participants are encouraged to present this information in a Post Tour event, either in person at their nearest Chapter location or as a digital collaboration.

12. Winners must have a valid passport at the time of travel otherwise they will forfeit their place on the tour.

13. The Australian Institute of Architects and its Partners shall not be held accountable for any unforeseeable event or occurrence that is beyond the reasonable control of either party, including but not limited to cyclones, hurricanes, storms, floods, bushfire, terrorism, war, strikes, cyberattacks, power blackouts, governmental action, imposition of sanctions, earthquakes and pandemics. In this instance, The Institute will adapt the contract deliverables, providing alternative concepts within a reasonable timeframe to ensure the contract’s objectives are maintained.

*As per the new policy instated in late 2022, if you have graduated prior to 2016 – you may still be eligible. Please provide evidence of up to 10 years of accumulated practice from obtainment of your university qualification (or equivalent).
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