The University of Sussex is delighted to honour its much-loved former music lecturer and organist, Dr John Birch (1929-2012), with this scholarship. The aim of this scholarship is to support one selected organist in continuing to develop and perform while studying at Sussex.

Eligibility: To be eligible for this scholarship, you must:

  • Have obtained Grade 8 or equivalent in organ playing.
  • Be an applicant or current student at the University of Sussex (open to applicants for 2023 entry)

Eligible Countries: International

Type: Undergraduate and Postgraduate

Number of Scholarships: One

Value of Scholarship: £800 cash award. In addition, the selected recipient 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.

Method of Application: APPLY HERE!

Application Deadline: 1 October 2023 23:59