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Overview
Scholarship type
Merit based
Number of scholarships to award
One
Grant
£800
Scholarship coverage
- tuition fee reduction
Description
The University of Sussex is delighted to honour its much-loved former music lecturer and organist, Dr John Birch (1929-2012), with this scholarship. The aim of this scholarship is to support one selected organ player to continue to develop and perform while studying at Sussex. This scholarship is open to all current undergraduate and postgraduate students at Sussex, whether or not they are studying Music.
Applicable programmes
Benefits
£800 cash award. In addition, the selected recipient will receive access to the music practice rooms in the School of Media, Arts and Humanities (MAH). All applicants who reach the audition stage, regardless of the success of their application, will be offered the opportunity to be part of a list of performers who are willing to perform at events around campus or are interested in collaboration with other musicians.
Eligibility
To be eligible for this scholarship, you must:
- Be an applicant or current student at the University of Sussex (open to applicants for 2024 entry)
You must also be able to demonstrate a high level of proficiency in your chosen instrument. Holding a Grade 8 (or equivalent) qualification is desirable, but not mandatory.
Scholarship requirements
Disciplines
Any
Locations
United Kingdom
Nationality
Any
Study experience required
High school
Age
Unknown
Application
Application deadline
13 Oct 2024
Auditions normally take place in October; shortlisted candidates will be contacted with information about this.