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Starting out as a designer can feel exciting, but a little uncertain. The Greydient Design Bursary exists to recognise and encourage students who are still finding their way and building their confidence.
what to expect
number of recipients
2 bursary recipients
We’ll be selection two outstanding candidates to receive the bursary.
benefits
by 23:59 (thai timezone)
requirements
who can apply
Open to eligible students with a strong interest in design, creativity, and a passion to grow through real-world experience.
ELIGIBILITY
Thai nationality
Basic command of English Language
Design related degree
Cumulative GPA 2.75+
2nd year university student and above
Annual household income THB 400,000 or below
prioritised majors
Industrial and Product Design
Visual Communication
Interaction or Experience Design
required documents
mandatory documents
Purpose Letter
Statement of Purpose Letter
Documents
Soft copy of Student ID Card
Soft copy of National ID Card
Transcripts of Records (issued by the University)
Statement of Purpose Letter
Portfolio
Design Assignment
Artwork Submission (PDF or MP4 for motion animation)
Concept Written Statement (PDF File, Max 500 words)
optional supporting document
Records of awards, certificates or both received
NOTE: Supplementary Documents shall be consolidated into a single PDF Document for upload. Other forms of submission shall not be considered.
design assignment
assignment
select one thai brand
Applicants are invited to select one Thai brand and create an original artwork that repositions the brand for international outreach, under one Category (Visual & Motion Design, Experience Design, or Brand Identity). Your submission should clearly explain the rationale for global expansion and how the design represents the brand in an international context.
There is no limitation on the scope of your project.
We welcome creative exploration and encourage you to push your ideas further.
deliverables
Students are required to explain why they chose their specific scope of work and clearly communicate their design message through the design challenge.
Artwork Submission (PDF or MP4 for motion animation)
Concept Written Statement (PDF File, max 500 words)
choose a category
Visual & Motion Design
Create impactful visual or motion-based work that communicates a strong idea or campaign, with a clear focus on storytelling, concept, and strong visual execution.
Example
Poster Design Series
Motion Graphic Advertisement
Social Media Campaign Visuals
Typography Animation
Illustration Series
experience Design
Design how people interact with the brand across digital or physical touchpoints, focusing on the user journey, usability, and creating intuitive, engaging experiences.
Example
Website UX/UI Redesign
Mobile App Experience Design
Exhibition or Pop-up Design Experience
brand identity
Reimagine or refresh the brand’s identity system. Focus on logo, visual direction, packaging, and ensuring a cohesive brand presence.
Example
Full Rebrand Identity System
Packaging Redesign
Brand Collateral Design
application form
Please ensure all required information and documents are uploaded to the provided Google Drive link, and that sharing permissions are set to allow access.
Name your main Google Drive folder using the following format:
26-[Full Name]-[Category]
Inside the main folder, please organize and name your subfolders exactly as follows:
Purpose Letter
Documents
Design Assignment
Please make sure all required documents (as listed above) are included.
Example: 26-[Sam Carter]-[Brand Identity]
FAQ
Does the Greydient Bursary Award support part-time courses?
The award supports only full-time courses.
For the submission of portfolio, can I indicate a direct link to my online portfolio within my application?
No, you are expected to consolidate your portfolios by putting forth your best works to showcase your creative ability and design process and uploading them as a PDF via the Greydient Lab portal. Portfolios submitted as otherwise stated will not be considered. Do take note to keep to the overall file size of 20MB.
Can I still apply for this if my course has started?
Yes, current students are encourage to apply as long as they are eligible to receive the award at the time of application.
For the submission of academic records and transcripts, how far back should the records go?
Please include the transcripts and records for results for the previous academic year.
Can I apply if I’ve received another bursary or scholarship?
Yes, you can still apply for the greydient design bursary. Please provide scholarship information.
What is visual and motion design?
Visual and Motion Design focuses on communicating ideas through strong visual execution and storytelling. Visual Design involves layout, typography, color, imagery, and composition across digital or print media. Motion Design extends this by incorporating movement and animation to enhance narrative, engagement, and clarity. In this category, applicants are expected to create impactful visual or motion-based work that communicates a strong idea or campaign, with a clear focus on concept development and compelling visual execution. Projects may include campaign visuals, posters, motion graphics, animated content, or other visually driven outcomes.
What is experience design?
Experience Design is about designing how people interact with a brand, product, or system. It focuses on user journey, structure, usability, and interaction to ensure the experience is intuitive, accessible, and meaningful. The goal is functional clarity and effectiveness. For this category, applicants should design how people engage with the brand across digital or physical touchpoints. This may include websites, applications, exhibition, digital platforms, service systems, or any project that prioritizes user flow and interaction design.
What is brand identity?
Brand Identity refers to the visual and conceptual system that defines how a brand presents itself. It includes elements such as logo design, typography, color systems, visual language, and brand guidelines. A strong identity creates consistency, recognition, and a distinct personality across all touchpoints. In this category, applicants are encouraged to reimagine or refresh a brand’s identity system. This may involve developing a new logo, defining visual direction, designing packaging, or building a cohesive brand presence that clearly communicates the brand’s positioning.
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