About the Scholarship:
The Dr. John Birch Music Scholarship has been established by the University of Sussex in honor of the esteemed former music instructor and organist, Dr. John Birch (1929-2012). This scholarship aims to support a dedicated organist in their pursuit of further development and performance opportunities while studying at Sussex. Eligible applicants include both current Sussex undergraduate and postgraduate students, regardless of their field of study, whether it is music-related or not.
About the University of Sussex:
Located in Falmer, East Sussex, England, the University of Sussex is a public research institution with a strong emphasis on research. The majority of its campus is situated within the administrative boundaries of Brighton and Hove, surrounded by the picturesque South Downs National Park. The university received its Royal Charter in August 1961, becoming one of the first plate glass universities in the UK.
With over one-third of its students enrolled in postgraduate programs and more than one-third of its staff members hailing from abroad, Sussex boasts a diverse community of over 20,000 students, including over 1,000 academics representing over 140 different countries. The university’s annual revenue for the fiscal year 2021–2022 was £345.2 million, while its annual expenditures amounted to £377.4 million.
Sussex University takes pride in its faculty, which includes five Nobel Prize winners, a Crafoord Prize laureate, 15 Fellows of the Royal Society, 10 Fellows of the British Academy, and 24 Fellows of the Academy of Social Sciences. Many faculty members have also received honors such as the Order of the British Empire, Bancroft Prize, and Royal Society of Literature Prize. Among its accomplished alumni are notable scientists, diplomats, politicians, and activists.
The university has received various rankings and accolades, including being ranked 160th overall and 20th in the UK in the 2021 Times Higher Education World University Rankings. The Sunday Times placed Sussex 19th in the UK in 2021, while the Complete University Guide ranked it 15th in the UK in 2017. In terms of sustainability, Sussex was ranked 66th globally in 2016 according to the UI GreenMetric index.
Scholarship Benefits:
- A cash prize of £800.
- Access to the School of Media, Arts, and Humanities (MAH) music practice spaces.
- All applicants who progress to the audition stage will have the opportunity to add their names to a list of musicians available to perform at campus events or collaborate with other artists, regardless of the outcome of their application.
Eligibility Criteria for Dr. John Birch Music Scholarship:
To be eligible for the Dr. John Birch Music Scholarship, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Must be able to play the organ at a level no lower than Grade 8.
- Must be accepted or enrolled at the University of Sussex (applicable to candidates planning to enroll in 2023).
Application Process:
Interested in applying for the Dr. John Birch Music Scholarship? Complete the application form provided by the University of Sussex here.
Submission Deadline:
October 1, 2023.
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