NEW CENTURY SCHOLARSHIP
AT DBS INSTITUTE, MANCHESTER
We love the entertainment industry and we love helping people learn!
So we decided, as part of our 60th anniversary celebrations, that we would sponsor someone special through their Live Sound degree at dBs Institute (they’re actually in our basement!).
If you’re from the Greater Manchester area, want to pursue a career in live sound and you’ve ever felt unable to apply for a course like this due to personal or financial reasons, we want to hear from you. The New Century Manchester Scholarship empowers passionate individuals to pursue their dreams. For full eligibility criteria please refer to the Terms & Conditions.
WHAT WILL I LEARN ON THIS LIVE SOUND DEGREE?
Embark on a three-year Live Sound journey with dBs Institute and New Century that will equip you with:
– In-depth knowledge and practical application of designing, building, and operating professional sound systems.
– Understanding of current mixing technologies, acoustics, modern speaker systems, and sound system optimisation techniques
– Skills in analogue and digital live sound production.
– Guidance on setting up your own business, working within a team, and honing communication skills.
DID YOU SAY ITS IN THE BASEMENT?
dBs is actually in the basement of New Century. Don’t worry, there is fresh air.
You actually won’t believe it until you see it. A true hidden gem.
40 seat Lecture theatre with 2.1 PMC sound system and 4K projector
Dolby Atmos 7.2.4 immersive audio suite with Avid S4 console
Trident 68 production suite
SSL Matrix 2 production suite
API The Box production suite
Neve Genesys Black recording studio with live room and vocal booth
Music Production studios
Technical Resources
You’ll come to college every day in a building that lives and breathes what you want to do in the future.
Oh, did we mention that the campus is directly linked to the Hall by 2 x 8 core OM4 optic fibre cables. Students will be able to broadcast and record live performances from the venue in real-time, as well as mix at a later stage during practical workshops.
WHAT WILL NEW CENTURY PROVIDE?
Where to start….
Shadowing technicians in the Kitchen and Hall on actual live shows
Mentor scheme
Opportunities for paid work
Learning first hand from the team who are running events day in and day out
Guest speakers
The more you ask for, the more we’ll give. Be proactive and don’t be afraid to get stuck in.
HOW ON EARTH WILL YOU BE ABLE TO JUST CHOOSE ONE PERSON?
Our scholarship selection committee will review all application statements and create a shortlist of the most compelling and deserving applicants. Shortlisted candidates may be invited for an interview or asked to provide additional information as part of the final selection process.
We’re going to want to get to know you and make sure you will give it your all.
SIGN ME
UP RIGHT NOW.
To apply for the scholarship, submit an application statement that showcases your passion for live sound and your future career aspirations in the industry. Make your statement original, engaging, and provide a clear insight into your motivation for pursuing a career in live sound.
STAND OUT.
T&Cs
The deadline for scholarship applications is 30th April 2024.
To qualify for the New Century Manchester Scholarship, applicants must fulfil the following Eligibility Criteria:
– Meet the Institute’s admissions criteria for the BSc (Hons) Live Sound, as outlined on the Institute’s website.
– Have received, accepted, and confirmed your acceptance for the BSc (Hons) Live Sound Degree at the dBs Institute’s Manchester Campus.
– Reside in the Greater Manchester area, specifically within a POLAR 4 area, Quintile 1 or 2. You can check your eligibility via the OfS Postcode Checker.
– Your course commencement date should fall between 1st September 2024 and 30th June 2025.
– You should not have accepted any other discount, bursary, or scholarship to begin and/or complete your course, with the exception of the dBs Hardship Fund, which is permissible alongside the New Century Scholarship.
– You should not have accepted a place to study a similar or comparable course with another course provider.
New Century is located in the heart of Manchester’s NOMA district and is a stone’s throw away from the Shudehill Bus and Tram stop, as well as Manchester Victoria Train station.
Our location is easily accessible by all public transport, and we are within walking distance from Manchester Piccadilly, Oxford Road, Salford Central, and Deansgate train stations.
Address: 34 Hanover St Manchester M4 4AH
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NEW CENTURY
34 Hanover St
Manchester
M4 4AH
©2023
hello@newcenturymcr.com
T: 0161 552 6719
New Century is located in the heart of Manchester’s NOMA district and is a stone’s throw away from the Shudehill Bus and Tram stop, as well as Manchester Victoria Train station.
Our location is easily accessible by all public transport, and we are within walking distance from Manchester Piccadilly, Oxford Road, Salford Central, and Deansgate train stations.
Address: 34 Hanover St Manchester M4 4AH
What Three Words: join.swift.sounds
NEW CENTURY
34 HANOVER ST
MANCHESTER
M4 4AH
©2022
hello@newcenturymcr.com
T: 0161 552 6719
