Selection Process

All complete applications received by the due date will be screened to ensure applicants satisfy the basic eligibility criteria. Following general testing and specialist auditions, short-listed candidates will attend a guided interview with a Scholarship Programme Panel. Final scholarship selection will be made by the Renaissance College Scholarship Programme Committee.

Academic Scholarships Selection

Selection of academic scholars is based on the results of screening, testing, and interviews coordinated by the Renaissance College Scholarships Committee. The scholarship test includes individual assessments in the areas of mathematics, science (Year 8 and above), language, writing and academic potential.

Applicants will be notified of the testing date, time, venue and assessment procedures by 16 March 2012. All students who sit for the scholarships test will receive a notice on their performance in the testing on or before early June 2012. After attending the subsequent individual interview, successful students will be offered a scholarship place for entry to Renaissance College, commencing August 2012.

Music Scholarships Selection

The two-stage selection process is based on musical talent and aptitude, and academic ability. At the first stage all applicants will be invited to sit the general admissions test.

The second stage involves an audition performance session conducted at Renaissance College. Students applying for Music Scholarships will be asked to perform an individual audition using their chosen instruments. Students are advised to present pieces appropriate to their level and to not attempt works that are below or above their present capabilities. In choosing audition pieces students should strive to select works that allow them to demonstrate technical skill, clarity, and range on their chosen instrument.

This second stage will take place in April 2012, at the Performing Arts Centre, Renaissance College. After subsequent individual interviews, successful students will be offered a scholarship place for entry to Renaissance College by June 2012.

Drama Scholarships Selection

Similar to Music Scholarship selection process, Drama Scholarships selection also goes through two phases. The first part is the general admissions test and the second part is an individual audition with the selection panel.

During the audition session, candidates will be invited to the College to perform two contrasting monologues from modern or classical theatre play. They should choose their monologues carefully so that they demonstrate a range of mature acting skills. Other theatrical skills such as song, dance, mime and improvisation may also be offered, together with evidence of theatre design or technical expertise. Candidates are also required to bring with them a portfolio or scrapbook to showcase their involvement in theatre.

Drama auditions will take place in April or May 2012, at the drama studio of Renaissance College. Following subsequent individual interviews, successful students will be offered a scholarship place for entry to Renaissance College by June 2012.

Visual Art Scholarships Selection

Selection, in two stages, is based on Visual Arts proficiency and aptitude, and academic ability. At the first stage all applicants will be invited to sit the general admissions test.

The second stage involves an exhibition / interview session conducted at Renaissance College. Students applying for Visual Arts Scholarship will be invited to submit and present a portfolio of work. Candidates are advised to choose their work carefully so that they demonstrate a range of Visual Arts skills and techniques. The portfolio will include a minimum of 6 studio pieces and a workbook/sketch book. Students will exhibit their work and provide an oral presentation to an interview/selection panel. Evidence of prior achievements and references will also be taken into consideration.

This second stage will take place in April or May 2012, at Renaissance College.

Successful students, should they pass the following interview session, will be offered a scholarship place for entry to Renaissance College by June 2012.

Sports Scholarships Selection

Selection process for Sports Scholarships will also be two parts. The first step involves a general admissions test (for external candidates) and a screening process based on the selection criteria of the College’s Sports Scholarships.

The second step asks the students to take part in a battery of fitness tests. For qualifying candidates, a face-to-face interview will be conducted in April or May 2012.

Successful candidates will be notified final results by June 2012.