Gazelle Twin Scholarship for Women in Music Technology – University of Sussex 2026

Overview

A £500/year scholarship for one incoming woman or non-binary undergraduate on the Music BA or Music Technology BA at the University of Sussex.

Eligibility

Benefits

Application Process

Hosted by the University of Sussex’s Music Department, the Gazelle Twin Scholarship for Women in Music Technology is named for and funded by donations tied to musician Gazelle Twin (Elizabeth Bernholz), a Sussex alumna.

It gives £500 a year to one incoming woman or non-binary undergraduate on the Music or Music Technology BA, aiming to counter the steep drop-off of young women in music technology.

Only one scholarship is awarded per year, for students starting September 2026.

Scholarship Summary

Scholarship Name: Gazelle Twin Scholarship for Women in Music Technology

Academic Year: 2026/2027 (starting September 2026)

Host Country: United Kingdom

Scholarship Provider: University of Sussex – Music Department

Administered Through: University of Sussex Scholarships Office

Eligible Applicants: Applicants who identify as a woman or non-binary, holding a course offer

Study Location: University of Sussex, near Brighton, UK

Application Method: Online, after receiving a course offer

Study Levels

Open to incoming undergraduates on the following courses:

• Bachelor’s Degree — Music BA
• Bachelor’s Degree — Music Technology BA

Who Can Apply?

Open to applicants from a wide range of listed countries — not restricted to UK students — who hold an offer to study Music BA or Music Technology BA at Sussex, starting September 2026.

• Identifies as a woman or non-binary
• Holds an offer to study Music BA or Music Technology BA at the University of Sussex, starting September 2026
• Undergraduate level only
• Open to applicants from a wide range of listed countries

Only one scholarship is awarded per year, so selection is competitive.

Scholarship Benefits

Recipients receive:

• £500 for each year of study
• The opportunity to organise an annual student music event within the department

How to Apply

Apply online via the dedicated application page after you have received a course offer.

Application Steps

1. Apply for, and receive, an offer to study Music BA or Music Technology BA at the University of Sussex.
2. Access the Gazelle Twin Scholarship application page.
3. Prepare a personal statement covering your musical achievements, related work or extracurricular activity, and your perspective on women’s role in shaping music’s future.
4. Prepare an audio or video sample of your own musical work.
5. Submit your application online by 31 October 2026, 23:59 GMT.

Application Deadline

Deadline: 31 October 2026, 23:59 GMT.

Important Information

• Only one scholarship is awarded per year — selection is competitive
• A course offer is required before applying
• Open to a wide range of nationalities, not restricted to UK students
• An audio or video sample of your own musical work is required

Official Application Portal

University of Sussex – Gazelle Scholarship Application (Undergraduate)

Official Sources

Applicants should always prioritize information published by:

• University of Sussex – Undergraduate Scholarships

Disclaimer: Scholarship availability, eligibility requirements, benefits, deadlines, and participating programs may change. Applicants should verify all information through the official sources before applying.