JMC Academy Undergraduate Scholarship Program, Australia

Description

The JMC Academy is offering five (5)full year undergraduate scholarships for the 2012 Academic year.These scholarships cover the tuition fees for the first academic year of study in one of the JMC Academy’s five Bachelor degrees. This first year is also commensurate with a one year complete Diploma course. The undergraduates cholarships are open to both Australian and International students

Eligibility

To be considered for this highly competitive scholarship:

• You may be an Australian citizen or permanent resident.
• Eligibility for overseas students is based on successful application of a student visa. This visa must be  processed and finalised four weeks prior to course commencement.
• You will need to have an ATAR or equivalent examination score of 65.00 or above with supporting  evidence of relevant work experience or portfolio of sample work.
• You must complete an Australian Year 12, International Baccalaureate in 2011 or overseas equivalent.
• You must attend a scholarship application interview at you local JMC Academy campus. A performance   based audition will also be necessary for those students wishing to apply for the Popular Music and  Performance Scholarship.
• You must satisfy the prerequisite studies for your nominated course.
• You must not have undertaken any previous study at tertiary level excluding TAFE and extension studies    undertaken as part of a Year 12 program.
• Continuation of the scholarship is subject to satisfactory academic performance with maintenance of at least    credit average.

To be considered for this high profile scholarship award, the applicant must display:

• Demonstrated willingness and ability to undertake full time study
• Demonstrated interest in pursuing a career in the music and entertainment technology industry.  
• A willingness to advocate the merits and services of the JMC Academy to the public at large as outlined in the JMC Academy’s Ambassador Programme information. (This programme will be discussed during the interview)
• Maturity.
• Common sense.
• Clear and engaging personal presentation skills.

Application Procedure

The JMC Academy undergraduate scholarship round for students commencing study in 2012 is now open and will close Friday 9 December 2011 with notification of final outcomes delivered by 29 January 2012. To apply, ask your Careers Advisor for a copy of the scholarship application form, or contact Student Recruitment and Admissions. Direct email inquiries may be made at sydney@jmc.edu.au, melbourne@jmc.edu.au or brisbane@jmc.edu.au. An application pack will then be forwarded directly to you. The application form is also be available for download at www.jmcacademy.edu.au.

All scholarship applications must include the following:

• A fully completed scholarship and general application form.
• One reference letter of recommendation from a Careers Advisor, High School Principal, High School Music Teacher or International Student Agent. A portfolio containing suitable documentation, samples of student work, employer letter or any other piece of information that you think may positively support your application. Portfolios should contain colour copies and NOT original documents. Portfolios remain the property of JMC Academy.

To complete your application and qualify for the scholarship award, above portfolio and documentation (sent to the campus by 5.00pm Friday 9 December 2011) must be followed up with submission of a copy of the student’s ATAR or equivalent examination score by Friday 6 January 2012.

Website Link
http://www.jmcacademy.edu.au/