Northumbria University Instrumental Scholarships in UK

OPPORTUNITY DETAILS

Nonprofit organization

Northumbria University Grants

Area

Central and Eastern Europe

Host Country

United Kingdom

Deadline

30 Aug 2024

Opportunity funding

Partial funding

Eligible Countries

This opportunity is destined for all countries

Eligible Region

All Regions

Award or Grant Description $$ £700 cash payment

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.

Northumbria University 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.

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Eligibility Criteria

Eligible Countries: UK/Home students
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.

Offered 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!