🎓 Bursary Award Criteria
Zimbabwe Academy of Music
- Purpose of the Bursary
The bursary programme aims to:
● Support talented students who lack financial means
● Promote excellence in music education
● Ensure diversity and inclusion in access to training - Eligibility Requirements
Applicants must:
● Be enrolled or accepted into a programme at the Academy
● Demonstrate financial need
● Show commitment to music studies
● Meet minimum academic or musical standards - Selection Criteria
A. Musical Merit
● Performance level (audition)
● Technical ability and musicality
● Potential for growth
● Previous achievements (competitions, exams, performances)
B. Financial Need
● Employment Status
● Number of dependents / family circumstances
● Economic Background
C. Commitment & Work Ethic
● Attendance record (for current students)
● Practice discipline
● Teacher recommendations
● Personal statement
D. Academic / Theoretical Progress
● Music theory results (if applicable)
● School academic performance (optional but useful for younger students)
E. Contribution to the Academy
● Participation in ensembles, concerts, or outreach
● Willingness to represent the Academy
- Application Requirements
Applicants should submit:
● Completed application form
● Personal statement (motivation and goals)
● Financial Need statement
● Recommendation letter (teacher or school) or Audition - Award Levels
● Bursary (85%) * RECIPIENTS MUST CONTRIBUTE 15% OF THE TUITION FEES*
● Merit scholarships (for exceptional talent) - Renewal Criteria
Bursaries should be reviewed annually:
● Continued financial need
● Satisfactory progress in music studies
● Good attendance and participation
● Positive conduct - Conditions of Award
Recipients must:
● Maintain regular attendance
● Participate in Academy events (concerts, exams)
● Represent the Academy positively - Selection Process
● Applications reviewed by a Bursary Committee
● Shortlisted candidates may be auditioned/interviewed
● Decisions documented and communicated transparently