The Music Scholarship (16+) at Brighton College is a music scholarship for 16+ entry. The last published deadline was 15 Oct 2025; check with the school for the next round.
Who can apply for the Music Scholarship (16+)?
- Minimum Grade 7 on one instrument.
- Must offer two instruments (including voice).
What is the Music Scholarship (16+) worth?
- Two prepared pieces (one on first study, one on second study), aural test, and interview with Director of Music.
- Must offer two instruments (voice may count).
How do you apply for the Music Scholarship (16+)?
Two prepared pieces, aural test, and interview with Director of Music.
How music scholarships usually work
Schools usually hold an audition: prepared pieces on one or two instruments or voice, often with scales, sight-reading and aural tests.
- Check the standard each school expects at your entry point, since many state a grade.
- Choose pieces your child can play confidently, ideally contrasting ones.
- Ask the instrumental teacher for a reference early, as many schools ask for one.
General guidance across schools, not Brighton College's own terms.
Key dates
- Deadline
- 15 Oct 2025 (past)
- Exam or audition
- 22 Nov 2025 (past)
Dates usually move each year, so confirm the next round with the school.
Frequently asked questions
How much is the Music Scholarship (16+) at Brighton College worth?
Two prepared pieces (one on first study, one on second study), aural test, and interview with Director of Music. Must offer two instruments (voice may count).
When is the Music Scholarship (16+) deadline?
The last published deadline was 15 Oct 2025. It usually falls at the same time each year, so check the next date with Brighton College's admissions office.
Who can apply for the Music Scholarship (16+)?
Minimum Grade 7 on one instrument. Must offer two instruments (including voice).
How do you apply for the Music Scholarship (16+)?
Two prepared pieces, aural test, and interview with Director of Music.
Source: brightoncollege.org.uk, checked 4 Nov 2026