Students completing any of the following NTCET subjects are eligible for Exit Art, whether they are in Year 11 or Year 12.Eligible NTCET Stage 2 subjects by course code:2CVA10 – Creative Arts2CVA20 – Creative Arts2CAS10 – Creative Arts: Local Program 2CAS20 – Creative Arts: Local Program2CEA10 – Creative Arts A: Modified2CEA20 – Creative Arts A: Modified2CEB10 – Creative Arts B: Modified2CEB20 – Creative Arts B: Modified2VAA10 – Visual Arts - Art2VAA20 – Visual Arts - Art2VAD10 – Visual Arts - Design2VAD20 – Visual Arts - Design2PRC10 – Practical Connections (Art)2PRC20 – Practical Connections (Art)For an artwork to be eligible for Exit Art, it must:be produced as part of an assessment item in one of the above NTCET subjectsbe available for the period of 10 November 2026 – 4 June 2027 for delivery, preparations and public display at MAGNTnot exceed 3 metres in any directionArtworks entered can address any concept, idea, topic or interest and can be produced in any medium, format or material. We encourage a diversity of submissions and aim to showcase the variety and breadth of emerging artistic practice across the Territory in our selection of artworks for exhibition.

Closing date for applications:Thursday 19 November 2026Successful finalists notified:by Friday 27 November 2026Artwork drop-off at MAGNT:on Wednesday 9 or Thursday 10 December 2026Final date for artwork details:Friday 18 December 2026Awards night:Wednesday 17 February 2027Exhibition opens:Thursday 18 February 2027Exhibition closes:Sunday 30 May 2027Artwork collection at MAGNT:on Thursday 3 or Friday 4 June 2027

Complete the online application form here: http://magnt.smartygrants.com.au/ExitArt2026The application form can be completed by the student, or by a teacher, parent, or guardian on behalf of the student with their permissionMore than one artwork can be submitted per student. Each artwork requires its own application form. – For more information on starting a new application, see the application instructionsIf you require specific assistance, support or accessibility considerations to complete the application form, please reach out to the Exhibition Coordinator (contact details below). All applications must be submitted before 11:59 pm on Thursday 19 November 2026.

Confirmation of eligibility:Stage 2 subject that was studiedSchool where the Stage 2 subject was studiedArtwork details – Artist’s name, artwork title, medium, dimensions/durationArtwork statement – A brief description of the artwork’s themes, ideas, concepts, meaning or influences (150 words max)Artwork documentation – high-quality visual representations of your artwork, provided as either:Photos – multiple images of the same artwork can be uploaded in a single application formVideo (optional) – you can upload a video file (max size 25MB*) or provide a link to view it online. *For a full list of supported file types that can be uploaded into a form, see SmartyGrants Applicant FAQ’sContact details (name, email address, phone number) for:Student – must include a personal email address (i.e. not an @student.ntschools.net address)Parent / guardianStage 2 subject teacherDeclaration of artwork authenticity

The criteria for selection into the exhibition are as follows:Technical skillCreativity (imagination)Innovation (doing things differently)Emotional power (the ability to generate an emotional response)Well resolved (aesthetically strong and meets the aims as stated in the artist’s statement)

A selection panel of representatives from MAGNT, DET and the Art Educators of the Northern Territory (not a teacher of any applicant) will meet and review all applications. The panel will collectively select artworks for exhibition at MAGNT.

A letter notifying you of the outcome of your application will be sent by Friday 27 November 2026.The outcome letters will be issued to the email addresses (student, parent and teacher) provided in the application form, so please ensure those details are correct.

Artworks selected for the exhibition will need to be delivered to MAGNT, located at 19 Conacher St, The Gardens NT 0820Artworks can be delivered in person on Wednesday 9 or Thursday 10 December 2026Artworks may also be delivered by post or freight and must be sent by Friday 18 December 2026 If we have not received confirmation of your artwork delivery by Friday 18 December 2026, your artwork will not be able to be included in the exhibition.Any corrections or additions to the artwork details you provided in your application must also be received by Friday 18 December 2026 to be included in the exhibition material.Please ensure your artwork is ready for exhibition before it is delivered.Artworks delivered to MAGNT should be finished and ready for display with appropriate hanging systems or supportsSculptures, installations or artwork series with multiple components should be accompanied by install instructionsArtworks on canvas or linen must be completely dryArtworks with loose surface pigments should be sealed with fixatives or binders to prevent flaking, smudging or lifting Please note that if an artwork is delivered in a condition MAGNT deems unsuitable for exhibition, it will not be displayed.