The University of Sussex is delighted to honour its much-loved former music lecturer and organist, Dr John Birch (1929-2012), with these four named scholarships. The aim of these scholarships is to support talented musicians 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.
About University of Sussex
The University of Sussex is a public research university situated in Falmer, near Brighton in Sussex. The university received its Royal Charter in August 1961, and was a founding member of the 1994 Group of research-intensive universities promoting excellence in research and teaching. Sussex counts three Nobel Prize winners, 14 Fellows of the Royal Society, six Fellows of the British Academy and a winner of the Crafoord Prize among its faculty.
Aim and Benefits of University of Sussex Masters Scholarship
£800 cash award. In addition, scholars 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.
University of Sussex Masters Scholarship Courses
Requirements for University of Sussex Masters Scholarship Qualification
- Have obtained Grade 8 or equivalent in your chosen instrument.
- Be an applicant or current student at the University of Sussex (open to applicants for 2023 entry)
Application Deadline
October 1, 2023
How to Apply
Interested and qualified? Go to University of Sussex on www.sussex.ac.uk to apply
To apply, please complete a scholarship application form. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to interview
APPLY FOR THE DR JOHN BIRCH MUSIC SCHOLARSHIP
