Resources (W.C. 27 March)
1.Royal Television Society – Bursary Scheme
The Royal Television Society are thrilled to announce the 2023 window for submissions for the RTS Bursary Scheme is now open. The submission window will close on the 29 June 2023.
We would very much appreciate if you could share this news and the below information with your network of students – specifically those who are about to start university in autumn 2023, or those currently in their first year of undergraduate study.
The application form can be found here.
The RTS runs three pioneering schemes – the TV Production and Journalism Bursary, the Digital Innovation Bursary and the Steve Hewlett Scholarship. In addition to the core schemes, the RTS introduced the Beryl Vertue Scholarship in 2022, to support an applicant with an interest in producing.
All Bursaries are awarded to talented students from lower-income backgrounds studying an undergraduate degree or HND Level 5 or 6. We will consider candidates studying all subjects: including but not limited to TV Production and Journalism; Humanities and Social Sciences; and STEM related courses. What is important is an evident interest in pursuing a career in television, film or related media industries.
The Bursary provides free RTS membership; industry mentoring; access to the latest events and lectures; and numerous networking opportunities. We also support our Scholars financially, awarding £1000 per academic year of study.
Please refer to our Guide to applying for a Bursary for more information, as well as our Bursary Terms and Conditions.
If you have any further questions, do not hesitate to get in contact.
2. straight 8 2024 is opening soon
unusually early – because some people want to film in the spring and summer (northern hemisphere dwellers). it’s a good idea! stay tuned for news and if you’re keen to hear the second we open and get the cheapest price sign up for a special email notice here
save the dates…
save as many as you like – we’d love to see you at lots and lots:
- sat 8th apr 8.15pm – london – straight8th monthly meet up event – special screening – straight 8 presents: a bunch of amateurs – the garden cinema – get tickets
- mon 8th may 8pm – london – straight8th monthly meet-up event – 2023 participants and friends get together. no union jacks necessary – pub tba – sign up here
- mon 22nd may 6.15pm – cannes – straight 8 2023 TOP 8 world premiere – cinema les arcades – save the date
- sat 27th may 6pm – london – straight 8 2023 TOP 25 world premiere – bfi southbank, nft1 – save the date
- thu 8th jun 9pm – london – this straight8th monthly meet up is a very special screening – announced soon – sign up for updates here
- fri 23rd jun 11am – cannes – straight 8 shootout cannes 2023 world premiere – cinema les arcades – save the date
- thu 30th jun 6pm – london – straight 8 shootout cannes 2023 uk premiere – prince charles cinema – save the date
3. BAFTA UK Scholarship Programme
he BAFTA UK scholarship programme is open to British citizens in need of financial assistance to study eligible undergraduate and postgraduate courses in the UK. BAFTA Scholars undertaking postgraduate study receive up to £12,000 towards their annual course fees (up to a maximum of £20,000 for 2 year courses). BAFTA will make a contribution towards living expenses for undergraduate courses, but if the course is three years long, only those going into their 2nd or 3rd year of study are eligible to apply. As well as financial assistance, BAFTA scholars also receive mentoring support and free access to BAFTA events around the UK.
Applications are now open and will close on Tuesday 23 May, 17.00 BST
BAFTA’s UK Scholarship Programme is part of our charitable activity to support talented people at all stages of their career in film, games and television.
Please note that the course you are applying for must be on the eligible courses list. If you have any questions about the BAFTA Scholarship Programme please take a look atfrequently asked questions or contact scholarships@bafta.org.