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Published: 04 Dec 2024 559 views
UCD offers wonderful opportunities to young classical musicians and actors through the UCD Ad Astra Performing Arts Scholarship Programme. Applications are encouraged from top performing students who wish to continue to develop their artistic talents while at the same time pursuing a high-quality academic experience. UCD does not require applicants to follow a performance-related degree course and actively encourages applications from talented performing artists whatever degree they choose.
We believe that young classical performing vocalists and instrumentalists, as well as actors, playwrights and directors who may have decided not to pursue a performance-related degree, but who have exceptional talent, should be given the opportunity to continue to train and perform at the highest level within the university environment.
A leading European research-intensive university, UCD is the largest university in Ireland. With a history stretching back to 1854 and an impressive list of notable alumni, including the writer James Joyce and many current and former government ministers, we can rightly claim to have been a formative influence and an integral part of the Irish State since its foundation. In recent years UCD has established itself as Ireland’s Global University, with operations around the world, and more than 5000 international students attending our Dublin campus coming from 124 different countries. T... continue reading
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| Application Deadline | 31 Jan 2025 |
| Value | €3,000 |
| Country to study | Ireland |
| School to study | University College Dublin |
| Type | Undergraduate |
| Course to study | View courses |
| Sponsor | University College Dublin |
| Gender | Men and Women |
The Ad Astra Performing Arts scholars benefit from a scholarship, mentoring and a range of tailored supports. The value of the scholarship for new scholars entering the programme in September 2024 is a €3,000 bursary which can be used to offset the cost of fees or accommodation. If wishing to live on campus, Ad Astra scholars may avail of allocated on-campus accommodation.
In addition to this performing arts scholars receive:
Prospective Students
The Ad Astra Performing Arts Scholarships are open to students who excel in the fields of classical music or drama, with a proven record of dedication to the development of their performance work. There is no restriction on the type of academic programme Performing Arts Scholars may undertake during their time at UCD.
Current UCD Students
Students already enrolled on courses at University College Dublin at undergraduate or postgraduate level are also eligible to apply.
Opening Date:
Applications are accepted from 1st November 2024.
Closing Date:
The UCD Ad Astra Performing Arts Scholarships are awarded, on an application and merit basis, to students who demonstrate talent and dedication to their art alongside commitment to their chosen academic degree.
Students must submit an application before 31st January 2025. This date is strictly adhered to.
Interview Date:
Interviews will take place in April / May 2025.
Notification:
Only students who are shortlisted for interview are notified.
All students who are interviewed will be notified of their outcome by the end of June 2025.
Students should complete their CAO forms as usual by the 1st February for undergraduate admission. Graduate applicants should apply directly to UCD in the normal way.
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Candidates will be chosen for audition on the basis of the information provided on the application form. Candidates should give as much information as possible about their musical or dramatic studies, past experiences and any information that might support the application for an audition. They must also submit a three minute video of them performing. Please refer to Performing Arts Advice on How to create a self-tape for further information.
For more details visit: UCD website.
