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In partnership with music executive and educator Dr Mathew Knowles, LCCM proudly introduces The Dr Mathew Knowles Scholarship – a full undergraduate tuition award for one UK-based student starting in September 2025. Designed to support aspiring creatives, the scholarship reflects Dr Knowles’ commitment to education, equity, and excellence, offering a life-changing opportunity to launch a career in the creative industries.
bIOGRAPHY
Dr Mathew Knowles is an American music executive, talent manager, and entrepreneur best known for managing the Grammy Award-winning girl group Destiny’s Child, one of the best-selling female groups of all time.
In 1992, he founded Music World Entertainment, a multifaceted entertainment company that would become the launchpad for several prominent artists. His most notable success came with managing Destiny’s Child, which included Beyoncé Knowles, as well as Kelly Rowland and Michelle Williams. Under his guidance, the group achieved global fame with hits like “Say My Name,” “Survivor,” and “Bootylicious.”
Dr Mathew Knowles legacy in the music industry is marked by a blend of business acumen, innovative marketing, and a deep belief in nurturing talent from the ground up.
The Dr Mathew Knowles Scholarship – Terms and Conditions
Overview
The Dr Mathew Knowles Scholarship will cover the full undergraduate tuition fees for one UK-based student (home fee status) for the entire three years of any undergraduate course at LCCM, starting in September 2025.Application Deadline: Midnight, Sunday 1st October 2025
Application Process
To be considered for the scholarship, applicants must:
- Submit a video as part of the scholarship application. Apply Here
- Apply to an eligible undergraduate or post graduate course at LCCM.
- Accept their offer of admission.
- Signed your contract for studying with us.
- Meet all LCCM entry criteria and submitted all your required supporting documents.
- Registered correctly for your chosen scholarship category and presented on the day of the audition.
How Does It Work?
You can only audition for one category, and the winner of each category will be judged on merit. When registering for the day, you will be able to choose your discipline, and once registered, the audition specifics for each discipline will be sent to you by email.
Category winners will be contacted and announced on LCCM Social Media. The winner of the Grand Final will win the Scholarship.
Selection Process
- Semi-finalists will be invited to an in-person scholarship final held at LCCM.
- The final round will take place in the last week of October 2025.
- The scholarship winner will be announced no later than 1st November 2025 and contacted by email and/or phone.
- Unsuccessful applicants will also be notified at this time
Scholarship Details
- The scholarship will be awarded in the form of tuition fee reductions, automatically deducted from the first-year fees upon enrolment.
- No cash payments will be made.
- The scholarship cannot be used for other costs such as accommodation or transferred to another student.
- It is non-deferrable. If the student defers their offer, the scholarship offer will be invalidated.
- The scholarship will cover three years of tuition, provided the student maintains satisfactory academic progress.
Eligibility and Conditions
- LCCM does not guarantee the scholarship will be offered every year.
- A panel comprising scholarship ambassadors, LCCM academic staff, and industry professionals will judge the applications. The panel’s decision is final.
- The recipient must maintain continuous attendance and academic engagement, completing coursework and assessments as required.
Course Changes and Withdrawal
- Any proposed changes to a recipient’s course (e.g., transfer, suspension, withdrawal) must be discussed with LCCM in advance.
- LCCM will review interruptions on a case-by-case basis.
- If a student withdraws or interrupts their studies post-enrolment, the scholarship will be terminated, and LCCM may seek repayment of any overpaid amounts.
Additional Support
- Scholarship recipients are still eligible to apply for other financial support, such as the Student Loans Company (SLC) maintenance loan.
- Students are responsible for covering their living costs during the programme.
Media and Ambassador Roles
Scholarship recipients may be asked to:
- Provide testimonials about their experience.
- Attend or speak at LCCM events.
- Act as a scholarship ambassador.
Testimonials may be used in LCCM marketing and promotional materials for up to two years after graduation.
Recipients can opt out of marketing-related activities by discussing this with the LCCM scholarship panel.
Data Protection And Confidentiality
- All application materials will be used solely for the assessment of the scholarship application.
- Personal data will be handled in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).
- Application details and outcomes will be securely stored and maintained by LCCM.
Data Protection And Confidentiality
- All application materials will be used solely for the assessment of the scholarship application.
- Personal data will be handled in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).
- Application details and outcomes will be securely stored and maintained by LCCM.
Right to Amend or Withdraw
LCCM reserves the right to:
- Withdraw the scholarship if terms and conditions are not met or if the recipient is later found to be ineligible.
- Amend the scholarship offering without prior notice.