To attract the best and brightest students, Northumbria University is pleased to announce the Instrumental Scholarships. The bursary is available for the academic year 2024-2025.
The Instrumental Scholarship will provide you with the opportunity to develop your performance skills and work closely with the music teaching staff here at Northumbria.
stands as a leading institution with a rich academic heritage. Boasting a dynamic and innovative approach to education, the university offers a diverse range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs across various disciplines. Known for its commitment to student success, Northumbria provides a supportive learning environment with state-of-the-art facilities and a dedicated faculty.
Application Deadline: Applications must be submitted by 16:00 on Friday, August 30, 2024.
Brief Description
University or Organization: Northumbria University
Department: Department of Music
Course Level: Undergraduate
Award: £700 cash payment
Access Mode: Online
Number of Awards: Not specified
Nationality: Home students
The award can be taken in the UK
Eligibility
- Acceptable Course or Subjects: Full-Time Undergraduate courses at the Newcastle Upon Tyne campus and Coach Lane campus
- Admissible Criteria:
- Must be a UK/Home student
- Should have applied for a Full-Time Undergraduate course starting in September 2024 (Foundation Year students are also eligible)
- Northumbria University must be chosen as the firm choice by June 6, 2024
- Registration with Student Finance England (SFE), Student Finance Wales (SFW), or Student Finance Northern Ireland (SFNI) is required for payment administration
- Scottish students must apply to the Students Award Agency for Scotland (SAAS) for maintenance funding
- Eligible courses include all Full-Time Undergraduate courses at the specified campuses (excluding placement year)
- Successful students must play a musical instrument at grade 7 or above
- Commit to up to four hours a week in rehearsal time and participate in performances during University term time
- Mandatory rehearsal commitment and performances, with progress monitoring
- Withdrawal from the scholarship is allowed, but any unpaid monies will not be paid
- Enroll by September 30, 2024, to receive the scholarship
- Payment structure: 25% in November 2024, 25% in February 2025, and 50% in May 2025
- Payments dependent on progression to the next year and adherence to scholarship terms and conditions
- Outstanding debt with the University will result in the withholding of scholarship payment
- Northumbria University reserves the right to withdraw the scheme at any point
- The University’s decision is final, and there is no right of appeal.
How to Apply
Interested applicants passionate about music and possessing instrumental skills at grade 7 or above can apply for the Instrumental Scholarship.
Benefits
The Instrumental Scholarship not only provides a £700 cash payment but also offers a unique opportunity to enhance performance skills and collaborate with the music teaching staff at Northumbria University. Successful applicants will become part of a vibrant musical community, contributing to performances and rehearsals, fostering a rich and immersive musical experience. Apply now to embark on a musical journey with Northumbria University!