Bridging talent and opportunity
Dr. Matthew Knowles
scholarship

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Headshot of Matthew Knowles

Shaping tomorrow’s music innovators

The London College of Contemporary Music’s Dr. Matthew Knowles Scholarship honours the legendary music executive and former manager of Destiny’s Child.

This prestigious award covers full tuition for one UK student, recognising exceptional musical talent, creative vision, and entrepreneurial spirit – qualities that defined Dr. Knowles’ remarkable career spanning decades of music innovation.

The scholarship will be awarded in the form of tuition fee reductions, automatically deducted from the first-year fees upon enrolment.

Eligibility

Criteria

Image of Caleb Kunle, London College of Contemporary Music alumnus.

Creating pathways to success

To be considered for the scholarship, applicants must:

  • Submit a video as part of the scholarship application
  • Apply to an eligible undergraduate or post graduate course at LCCM
  • Accept their offer of admission
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Selection
process

Venue with students at the London School of Contemporary Music.

Here’s what to expect:

  • 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

Join us in continuing Dr. Knowles’ legacy of excellence by applying for this life-changing opportunity to build your music industry career.

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