Dr John Birch Music Scholarship (2017)
The University of Sussex is delighted to honour its much loved former music lecturer and organist Dr John Birch (1929-2012), with these named scholarships to support talented musicians (choral, organ and other instrumentalists) to continue to develop and perform while studying at Sussex. These are open to all full-time undergraduate and postgraduate students, whether or not they are studying for a Music degree.
The scholarships will each be paid in two instalments of £400 in October 2017 and March 2018.
What you get
Four scholarships of £800 cash award. Each scholarship is for 1 year.
Type of award
UG, PGT and PGR
Eligibility
In order to be considered for a Dr John Birch Music Scholarship you must meet all of the following criteria:
- Be Grade 8 or equivalent in a chosen instrument
- Undertake an audition at Sussex
- The applicant must have accepted an offer to study at the University of Sussex, or already be a registered student at the University.
Deadline
19 May 2017 23:59How to apply
Candidates should submit a personal statement (max. 500 words) alongside the attached application form. Applications will be ranked and assessed based on how applicants propose to develop their musical career whilst at Sussex.
When completed, return your form to the following email address:
M.Connolly@sussex.ac.uk
Or by post to:
Mary Connolly FRSA
Development and Alumni Relations Office
Sussex House
University of Sussex
Brighton
BN1 9RH
Contact us
Please email: M.Connolly@sussex.ac.uk for more information.
Timetable
19 May 2017 - Deadline for all applications to be received (23:59 BST)
31 May 2017 - Auditions to be held at Sussex
31 May 2017 - Successful applicants to be notified
October 2017/March 2018 - Scholar receives award payment instalments.
Availability
At level(s):
UG, PG (taught), PG (research)
Application deadline:
19 May 2017 23:59 (GMT)
the deadline has now expired
Files
Dr John Birch Music Scholarships Application Form 2017_18 (62.50KB)