We understand that going to university is a big decision, especially financially. Our Access Through Clearing Bursary is available to support students who join us through Clearing. The bursary aims to support you with your living and learning costs. If you’re eligible, you’ll be awarded £1,000 in your first year of study only. 

The bursary will be paid in three instalments over your first year of study.  

Am I eligible?

You’re eligible for our Access Through Clearing Bursary if you meet the following criteria: 

  • You’ve applied through UCAS Clearing to start an undergraduate degree for the first time at Academy of Live Technology, starting September 2024.
  • You’re either a mature student who will be 21 years old or over on 1 September 2024 OR
  • You identify as an ethnic minority student. 
  • You’ve firmly accepted your undergraduate degree offer.
  • You’re a Home (UK) student paying full-time fees.  
  • You are not in receipt of any other Academy of Live Technology financial award.

How do I apply?

There’s no application required for this bursary, so you don’t need to worry about applying for it separately. Once you have applied to study with us through Clearing and accepted our offer, we’ll notify you if you have been successful for this bursary.  

Please note, there are a limited number of bursaries available. Awards will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis until all bursaries have been awarded.   

Our courses

Live Visual Design and Production 

There’s a growing demand for digital designers and producers. From content creation to world-building, projection mapping to immersive technology, a degree in Live Visual Design and Production will help you bring your ideas to life and explore the future of entertainment technology.

Live Events Production 
From live music and festivals to cruise ships and exhibitions, the career opportunities that come from studying Live Events Production cover a huge range of sectors. Whether you are interested in lighting design, live sound, event business or live visuals, this degree will help you become a specialised yet well-rounded live events professional.  

Stage and Production Management 
This degree is designed to develop the next generation of stage and production managers. Whether you want to work on festivals, theatre, sporting events, fashion shows or award ceremonies, this degree will prepare you for an exciting, diverse range of opportunities.  

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