Financial Assistance

Bursaries

We welcome applications from musicians of all ages, whether they are students, retired, or on a low-income. Awards can be offered to applicants from any country, and at any stage of their musical development.

Bursaries provide up to 80% of the full cost (fees, accommodation and meals) for students staying in Foxhole accommodation.

The number of awards is limited so please investigate all other funding sources such as your local education authority, college, conservatoire or university. Overseas students should contact their nearest British Council for help and advice.

Participants with Disabilities

In addition to applying for personal bursaries, participants with disabilities can apply for bursaries to help cover the cost of their helpers while at the Summer School. For further information, please contact Sam McCaffery by email or telephone +44 [0]1803 847077

To apply for financial assistance

Please complete the financial assistance application form and include all of the following:

CV: Primarily to cover your musical experiences and progress Tutor’s reference: This should refer to your musical ability/potential.

Recording: Two tracks on CD, mini disc, mp3 (via email) or audio cassette tape only. DAT, video tape, DVD and high definition mini discs will not be accepted. If you would like your recording to be returned to you, please enclose a stamped addressed envelope with the correct postage attached.

Covering letter: This should tell us why you need a financial award and why attending Dartington International Summer School would be beneficial to you.

Passport sized photograph: This should be securely attached to the form with your name written clearly on the back. All the above items should be sent together in one envelope to the address below. Applications must reach Dartington by 9 April 2009.

Financial Assistance Administrator
Dartington International Summer School
The Barn, Dartington Hall,
Totnes, Devon, TQ9 6DE
Tel +44 [0]1803 847080
summerschool@dartington.org

LATE / INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED

Tips for bursary applications:

Start preparing your application early. It may take several weeks for your tutor to write a reference or to make a recording you are happy with.
Make sure you enclose all the application materials: incomplete applications will not be accepted.
Check your recording plays before sending.
Send your application in plenty of time and by recorded delivery: you can track the package online to be sure it has been delivered successfully.
Note that the deadline this year is just before Easter.
Remember that some application deadlines are earlier than the general bursary deadline, so make sure you have checked the brochure for the correct closing date.
Label all application materials clearly with your name and course title.

If you have any questions please phone the office on +44 [0]1803 847080 for more information and advice.