Point Blank is committed to making music education accessible to people of all backgrounds. We are delighted to offer our Future S.T.A.R.S. scholarships, bursaries and funds to support this commitment. These include a range of awards that aim to nurture talent as well as provide access to higher education for specific under-represented groups in higher education.
Our Future S.T.A.R.S. Scholarship, Bursary and Mentoring Awards programme aims to:
Please read through the menu of options below (which are grouped according to the school to which they are relevant) to find out more information about our schemes. If you have any questions or would like to apply, don't hesitate to contact us on admissions[at]pointblankmusicschool.com.
ACCESS TO MUSIC BURSARY (LONDON)
This bursary is available to applicants whose circumstances may otherwise prevent them from commencing their studies with the aim of promoting greater diversity. For each academic year 20/21 and 21/22, there are three bursaries available to outstanding applicants who may not otherwise be able to study with us. The bursary is worth £3,000 per year (up to a maximum of £9,000 in total) and will be paid directly to the successful applicants.
To be eligible applicants or students should:
Applications can be made by completing a Scholarship and Bursary Application form. Please request this form from admissions[at]pointblankmusicschool.com.
This scholarship is available to applicants whose circumstances may otherwise prevent them from commencing their studies with the aim of promoting greater diversity. For each academic year 20/21 and 21/22, there is one scholarship available to outstanding applicants who may not otherwise be able to study with us. The scholarship is worth £3,000 per year (up to a maximum of £9,000 in total) and will be deducted from the course fees.
To be eligible applicants or students should:
Applications can be made by completing a Scholarship and Bursary Application form. Please request this form from admissions[at]pointblankmusicschool.com.
This bursary is available to female applicants from low participation neighbourhoods. For each academic year 20/21 and 21/22, there are two bursaries available to outstanding female applicants who may not otherwise be able to study with us. The bursary is worth £3,000 per year (up to a maximum of £9,000 in total) and will be paid directly to the successful applicants.
To be eligible applicants or students should:
Applications can be made by completing a Scholarship and Bursary Application form. Please request this form from admissions[at]pointblankmusicschool.com.
This scholarship is available to applicants from the European Union (EU). Each academic year, Point Blank can award these to EU applicants who would not otherwise be able to study with us. The scholarship is worth £3,000 per year (up to £9,000 in total depending on your pathway) and will be deducted from the course fees.
To be eligible applicants or students should:
The scholarships will be automatically applied to all EU applicants in the academic year 2021/22.
This scholarship is available to applicants from outside of the UK and the European Union (EU). Each academic year, Point Blank can award these to a limited number of outstanding International applicants who would not otherwise be able to study with us. The scholarship is worth £3,000 per year (up to £9,000 in total depending on your pathway) and will be deducted from the course fees.
To be eligible applicants or students should:
Applications can be made by submitting a portfolio and a personal statement to admissions[at]pointblankmusicschool.com.
This scholarship is available to applicants to study any of our higher education programmes in London. Each academic year, Point Blank can award these to a limited number of outstanding applicants. The scholarship is worth £1,000 per year (up to £3,000 in total depending on your pathway) and will be deducted from the course fees.
To be eligible students should:
Application is automatic, there is no need to make an application. The scholarship will be awarded once confirmation of results/grades have been received.
This scholarship is available to applicants to practical courses at our London school and is worth the value of one module. This can be awarded to students who demonstrate outstanding potential in music who are in need of financial assistance.
To be eligible students should:
Applications can be made by completing a Scholarship and Bursary Application form. Please request this form from admissions[at]pointblankmusicschool.com.
As part of our commitment to provide financial assistance for students who meet financial hardship whilst studying a student loan-funded course with us, we have the Hardship Support Fund available. This fund provides financial support to a select number of current students studying a higher education course who have met unforeseen financial hardship during their studies. For some students, a grant from our Hardship Support Fund can make all the difference, allowing them to refocus on their studies and successfully graduate. The maximum award is £1,000 per year.
Applications can be made by contacting support[at]pointblankmusicschool.com.
The scholarships, bursaries and grants listed above are subject to the following Terms & Conditions: